- Must visit
Museo Civico
Siena’s main civic museum displays Lorenzetti’s frescoes and superb medieval art inside the historic town hall. It is essential for understanding the city.
Cheapest price on Aug 29
$41
Average ticket price on Aug 29
$84
Fastest journey on Aug 29
3 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
3 h 51 m
Trains on Aug 29
81
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Siena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Siena will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
It's difficult to get from Milan to Siena without transferring at least once.
Regionale 2293 · Regionale 18288 · Regionale 18211
Regionale Veloce 3097 · Regionale 18393 · Regionale 18219
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1709+
Intercity 584+
Regionale 18215
Intercity 1589+
Regionale 18489 · Regionale 18211
Intercity 583+
Regionale 18665 · Regionale 18207
FRECCIAROSSA 9323+
Regionale 18225
FRECCIAROSSA 9391+
Regionale 18209
FRECCIAROSSA 9325+
Regionale 18227
FRECCIAROSSA 9321+
Regionale 18223
FRECCIAROSSA 9311+
Regionale 18211Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Milan to Siena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, while a flight costs an average of $178.
Distance: 182 miles (293 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$42 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $178 Average price | $116 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 2m Average total duration 9h 2m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Siena:
A bus is $26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Siena costing on average $42.
A bus is $162 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Siena costing on average $178.
Other travel options to Siena take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 49m.
Flight takes on average 9h 2m.
Tickets start at around $42 compared to roughly $116 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $74. The journey takes 4h 38m versus 4h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Italo.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Siena trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 8813 · FRECCIAROSSA 9425+ Regionale 18223 | 2:10 PM Milan Centrale | 4h30 | 6:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
8143+ Regionale 18225 | 2:15 PM Milan Centrale | 5h23 | 7:38 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
8143+ Regionale 18223 | 2:15 PM Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 6:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
8143+ Regionale 18227 | 2:15 PM Milan Centrale | 6h25 | 8:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 89741+ Regionale 18305 · Regionale 19051 | 2:55 PM Milan Centrale | 4h21 | 7:16 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9323+ Regionale 18225 | 3:43 PM Milan Rogoredo | 3h55 | 7:38 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9551+ Regionale Veloce 4047 · Regionale 19053 | 3:55 PM Milan Centrale | 4h21 | 8:16 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
9951+ Regionale 18227 | 4:30 PM Milan Centrale | 4h10 | 8:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
9951+ Regionale 18229 | 4:30 PM Milan Centrale | 5h09 | 9:39 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
9951+ Regionale 18233 | 4:30 PM Milan Centrale | 6h46 | 11:16 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9325+ Regionale 18227 | 4:48 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3h52 | 8:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9555+ Regionale 18229 | 5:00 PM Milan Centrale | 4h39 | 9:39 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9555+ Regionale Veloce 4051 · Regionale 19055 | 5:00 PM Milan Centrale | 4h16 | 9:16 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9811 · FRECCIAROSSA 9433+ Regionale 18229 | 5:15 PM Milan Centrale | 4h24 | 9:39 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
9955+ Regionale 18229 | 5:25 PM Milan Centrale | 4h14 | 9:39 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
9955+ Regionale 18323 · Regionale 19057 | 5:25 PM Milan Centrale | 4h51 | 10:16 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
9955+ Regionale 18233 | 5:25 PM Milan Centrale | 5h51 | 11:16 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 599+ Regionale 18233 | 5:40 PM Milan Centrale | 5h36 | 11:16 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9559+ Regionale 18323 · Regionale 19057 | 5:50 PM Milan Centrale | 4h26 | 10:16 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
9959+ Regionale 18233 | 6:30 PM Milan Centrale | 4h46 | 11:16 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9563+ Regionale 18233 | 7:00 PM Milan Centrale | 4h16 | 11:16 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485+ InterCityNotte 770+ Regionale 19066 | 10:28 PM Milan Rogoredo | 9h00 | 7:28 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 9505+ Regionale Veloce 4013 · Regionale 19035 | 5:10 AM Milan Centrale | 4h07 | 9:17 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9505+ Regionale 18203 | 5:10 AM Milan Centrale | 4h28 | 9:38 AM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
8111+ Regionale 18203 | 5:40 AM Milan Centrale | 3h58 | 9:38 AM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
8111+ Regionale 18205 | 5:40 AM Milan Centrale | 5h00 | 10:40 AM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
8111+ Regionale 18207 | 5:40 AM Milan Centrale | 6h00 | 11:40 AM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 583+ Regionale 18665 · Regionale 18207 | 6:05 AM Milan Centrale | 5h35 | 11:40 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9511+ Regionale Veloce 4017 · Regionale 19037 | 6:10 AM Milan Centrale | 4h06 | 10:16 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9511+ Regionale 18205 | 6:10 AM Milan Centrale | 4h30 | 10:40 AM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
9907+ Regionale 18207 | 6:40 AM Milan Centrale | 5h00 | 11:40 AM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
9907+ Regionale 18205 | 6:40 AM Milan Centrale | 4h00 | 10:40 AM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
9907+ Regionale 18209 | 6:40 AM Milan Centrale | 5h58 | 12:38 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 2293 · Regionale 18288 · Regionale 18211 | 6:50 AM Milan Centrale | 6h50 | 1:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 1589+ Regionale 18489 · Regionale 18211 | 6:55 AM Milan Centrale | 6h45 | 1:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9515+ Regionale 18207 | 7:10 AM Milan Centrale | 4h30 | 11:40 AM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
9917+ Regionale 18211 | 7:40 AM Milan Centrale | 6h00 | 1:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
9917+ Regionale 18207 | 7:40 AM Milan Centrale | 4h00 | 11:40 AM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
9917+ Regionale 18209 | 7:40 AM Milan Centrale | 4h58 | 12:38 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1709+ Intercity 584+ Regionale 18215 | 8:10 AM Milan Centrale | 6h30 | 2:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3097 · Regionale 18393 · Regionale 18219 | 8:14 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 8h26 | 4:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
8947+ Regionale 18209 | 8:40 AM Milan Centrale | 3h58 | 12:38 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
8947+ Regionale 18215 | 8:40 AM Milan Centrale | 6h00 | 2:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
8947+ Regionale 18211 | 8:40 AM Milan Centrale | 5h00 | 1:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9391+ Regionale 18209 | 8:48 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3h50 | 12:38 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Regionale 18287 · Regionale 19039 | 9:10 AM Milan Centrale | 4h05 | 1:15 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 1549 · Intercity 511+ Regionale 19126 | 9:30 AM Milan Centrale | 8h43 | 6:13 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
9923+ Regionale 18211 | 9:40 AM Milan Centrale | 4h00 | 1:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
9923+ Regionale 18215 | 9:40 AM Milan Centrale | 5h00 | 2:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
9923+ Regionale 18217 | 9:40 AM Milan Centrale | 5h57 | 3:37 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9311+ Regionale 18211 | 9:48 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3h52 | 1:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9527+ Regionale 18215 | 10:10 AM Milan Centrale | 4h30 | 2:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9527+ Regionale Veloce 4029 · Regionale 19041 | 10:10 AM Milan Centrale | 4h06 | 2:16 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
9927+ Regionale 18217 | 10:40 AM Milan Centrale | 4h57 | 3:37 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
9927+ Regionale 18219 | 10:40 AM Milan Centrale | 6h00 | 4:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
9927+ Regionale 18215 | 10:40 AM Milan Centrale | 4h00 | 2:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale 18217 | 11:10 AM Milan Centrale | 4h27 | 3:37 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale Veloce 4033 · Regionale 19043 | 11:10 AM Milan Centrale | 4h07 | 3:17 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8807 · FRECCIAROSSA 9415+ Regionale 18217 | 11:35 AM Milan Centrale | 4h02 | 3:37 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
9931+ Regionale 18221 | 11:40 AM Milan Centrale | 5h58 | 5:38 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
9931+ Regionale 18217 | 11:40 AM Milan Centrale | 3h57 | 3:37 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
9931+ Regionale 18219 | 11:40 AM Milan Centrale | 5h00 | 4:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9535+ Regionale Veloce 4035 · Regionale 19047 | 12:10 PM Milan Centrale | 4h04 | 4:14 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9535+ Regionale 18219 | 12:10 PM Milan Centrale | 4h30 | 4:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 · Regionale 18223 | 12:10 PM Milan Centrale | 6h30 | 6:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8809 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Regionale 18219 | 12:35 PM Milan Centrale | 4h05 | 4:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
9935+ Regionale 18219 | 12:40 PM Milan Centrale | 4h00 | 4:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
9935+ Regionale 18223 | 12:40 PM Milan Centrale | 6h00 | 6:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
9935+ Regionale 18221 | 12:40 PM Milan Centrale | 4h58 | 5:38 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9539+ Regionale 18221 | 1:10 PM Milan Centrale | 4h28 | 5:38 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9539+ Regionale Veloce 4041 · Regionale 19049 | 1:10 PM Milan Centrale | 4h04 | 5:14 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8811 · FRECCIAROSSA 9421+ Regionale 18221 | 1:35 PM Milan Centrale | 4h03 | 5:38 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
9939+ Regionale 18225 | 1:40 PM Milan Centrale | 5h58 | 7:38 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
9939+ Regionale 18223 | 1:40 PM Milan Centrale | 5h00 | 6:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
9939+ Regionale 18221 | 1:40 PM Milan Centrale | 3h58 | 5:38 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 597+ Regionale 18225 | 1:48 PM Milan Centrale | 5h50 | 7:38 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 597+ Regionale 18307 · Regionale 19051 | 1:48 PM Milan Centrale | 5h28 | 7:16 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Milan to Siena run on average 32 times per day, taking around 4h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 but you can travel from only $9 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 182 miles (293 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 182 miles (293 km) |
Average train duration 4h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 4:00 AM |
Last train 10:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Siena — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Siena trip today.
Siena’s main civic museum displays Lorenzetti’s frescoes and superb medieval art inside the historic town hall. It is essential for understanding the city.
This major museum complex occupies a former hospital and combines archaeology, frescoes, chapels, and underground spaces in a memorable setting.
The cathedral museum preserves sculptures, stained glass, and treasures from the Duomo complex, including close views of masterpieces and architecture.
Siena’s iconic shell-shaped square is the social and visual heart of the city, perfect for architecture, people-watching, and understanding the Palio.
This broad square in front of the cathedral frames some of Siena’s finest Gothic monuments and is a natural stop on any walking route.
The city’s main pedestrian street links major sights with shops and noble facades. It is ideal for a first walk through Siena’s historic core.
Thick rustic soup of bread, beans, cavolo nero and vegetables. A Tuscan staple in Siena, prized for peasant roots and deep, comforting flavor.
Dense vegetable and bread soup made with beans, tomato, onion, celery and stale bread. Traditional cucina povera, often linked to Sienese home cooking.
Hand-rolled thick spaghetti, usually served with rich garlic-forward tomato sauce or duck ragù. A classic Tuscan pasta common in Siena trattorie.
Popular central trattoria focused on pici, ribollita and other regional staples, offering a casual atmosphere near major sights.
Well-known osteria for classic Tuscan and Sienese dishes, with a cozy brick interior and strong local wine selection.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant near Piazza del Campo, known for refined Tuscan tasting menus and polished historic atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy: lodging and dining cost more than small towns, but transit is limited and many sights are walkable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; taxis are usually rounded up; cafés need no tip.
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Siena Railway Station -> Piazza del Campo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Siena by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Siena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to Siena trains use the Milano Centrale to Siena station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Siena train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Milano Rogoredo is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Rogoredo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro, Osteria La Piola
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Milano Rogoredo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Milano Rogoredo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Rogoredo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Business Palace, Hotel Mistral, Hotel Brenta Milano.
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
Siena is 1 km from Siena city centre. Public transport options include:
Siena has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Vinaio, Osteria Le Logge
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Siena. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is available at Siena. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Siena: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Siena: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Siena: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Italia, NH Siena, Hotel Minerva.
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