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Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Italy’s top art museums, featuring masterpieces by Mantegna, Bellini, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Piero della Francesca.
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€81
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€81
Fastest journey on Sep 17
3 h 19 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
3 h 19 m
Trains on Sep 17
3
Distance
206 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montreux to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montreux to Milan will cost around €81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €81.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 3 trains from Montreux to Milan, including 3 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 206 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 19 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 3 h 19 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
EuroCity 45
EuroCity 41
EuroCity 47
EuroCity 45
EuroCity 41
EuroCity 47Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montreux to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €53 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €53, while a flight costs an average of €429.
Distance: 128 miles (206 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€73 Average price | €53 Average price Cheapest | €429 Average price | €159 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Montreux to Milan:
A bus is €20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montreux to Milan costing on average €73.
A bus is €376 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montreux to Milan costing on average €429.
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 55m.
Bus takes on average 7h 27m.
Tickets start at around €73 compared to roughly €159 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €86. The journey takes 3h 55m versus 3h 53m 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 Trenitalia.
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 Montreux to Milan trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 41 | 6:31 AM Montreux, gare | 3h19 | 9:50 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 45 | 2:31 PM Montreux, gare | 3h19 | 5:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 47 | 7:31 PM Montreux, gare | 3h19 | 10:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Montreux to Milan run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:38, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 128 miles (206 km) distance in 3h 19m.
Distance 128 miles (206 km) |
Average train duration 3h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 12:38 AM |
Last train 9:34 PM |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
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One of Italy’s top art museums, featuring masterpieces by Mantegna, Bellini, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Piero della Francesca.
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Milan’s central square frames the cathedral and major civic buildings, making it the city’s essential meeting point and photo stop.
This artistic district offers charming lanes, Brera atmosphere, boutiques, and easy access to galleries and evening strolls.
A large landscaped park behind the castle, perfect for walks, skyline views, and reaching landmarks like the Arch of Peace.
Saffron risotto cooked with butter, stock and cheese. It is Milan's signature dish, linked to the city's love of rich northern Italian rice cookery.
Breaded veal cutlet fried in butter until golden. A classic Milanese main, prized for its simple preparation and long-standing local tradition.
Slow-braised veal shanks with vegetables, wine and broth, often finished with gremolata. A hearty Lombard specialty commonly paired with risotto.
Three-Michelin-star fine dining by Enrico Bartolini in MUDEC. Expect refined Italian tasting menus in a polished contemporary setting.
Historic Milanese restaurant near the Duomo, famous for risotto and cotoletta. Traditional, elegant rooms and a strong local culinary identity.
Long-running local favorite for classic Milanese cuisine, especially risotto and ossobuco. Warm, old-school atmosphere in the Brera area.
Moderate for Western Europe. Hotels and central dining can be pricey, but transit is affordable and budget meals, aperitivo deals, and local cafes help keep daily costs reasonable.
Tipping is modest. Service may be included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Milan Centrale -> Piazza del Duomo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montreux to Milan 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 Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Montreux to Milan trains use the Montreux, Gare to Milano Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Chiasso. Use this guide to compare Montreux and Milan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Montreux 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Zurcher, La Rouvenaz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Montreux. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Montreux. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Montreux: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Montreux: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montreux: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Fairmont Le Montreux Palace, Eurotel Montreux, Hotel Eden Palace au Lac.
Montreux, Gare has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Montreux, Gare.
Wi-Fi is available at Montreux, Gare. ATMs are available at Montreux, Gare.
Available at Montreux, Gare: Parking, WC.
Available at Montreux, Gare: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montreux, Gare.
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 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.
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