The cheapest and fastest trains from Palermo to Milan Malpensa Airport
Cheapest price
$152
Average price
$217
Fastest journey
15 h 13 m
Average duration
16 h 3 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
919 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Palermo to Milan Malpensa Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Milan Malpensa Airport will cost around $217 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $152.
It's difficult to get from Palermo to Milan Malpensa Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
Intercity 730+
InterCityNotte 798+
Regionale TRENORD 2922
Intercity 730+
InterCityNotte 798+
Regionale TRENORD 2922
InterCityNotte 1958+
Intercity 590+
Regionale TRENORD 2974
InterCityNotte 1958+
Intercity 590+
Regionale TRENORD 2974
Intercity 736+
9994+
Regionale TRENORD 2986
Intercity 736+
FRECCIAROSSA 9658+
Regionale TRENORD 2980
Intercity 736+
FRECCIAROSSA 9658+
Regionale TRENORD 2980
Intercity 736+
FRECCIAROSSA 9658+
9992+
Regionale TRENORD 2982
Intercity 736+
9994+
Regionale TRENORD 2986
Intercity 736+
9994+
Regionale TRENORD 2988Travel Information
Compare train, flight, bus, and ferry for Palermo to Milan Malpensa Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Milan Malpensa Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $82. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $82, and a train costs an average of $75.
Distance: 571 miles (919 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Ferry |
|---|---|---|---|
$176 Average price | $141 Average price | $162 Average price | $83 Average price Cheapest |
23h 51m Average total duration 23h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 27h 58m Average total duration 27h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 8m Average total duration 20h 8m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Palermo to Milan Malpensa Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Milan Malpensa Airport trains for today, Sunday, March 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 1954+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9612+ Regionale TRENORD 2940 | 5:53 PM Palermo Centrale | 17h25 | 11:18 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 1954+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9612+ Regionale TRENORD 2940 | 5:53 PM Palermo Centrale | 17h33 | 11:26 AM Malpensa Airport T2 | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 1958+ Intercity 590+ Regionale TRENORD 2974 | 8:10 PM Palermo Centrale | 23h38 | 7:48 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 1958+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ Regionale TRENORD 2948 | 8:10 PM Palermo Centrale | 17h16 | 1:26 PM Malpensa Airport T2 | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 1958+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ Regionale TRENORD 2948 | 8:10 PM Palermo Centrale | 17h08 | 1:18 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 1958+ Intercity 590+ Regionale TRENORD 2974 | 8:10 PM Palermo Centrale | 23h46 | 7:56 PM Malpensa Airport T2 | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, March 2 | |||||
Intercity 736+ FRECCIAROSSA 9658+ 9992+ Regionale TRENORD 2982 | 6:05 AM Palermo Centrale | 15h43 | 9:48 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 3 transfers | |
Intercity 736+ FRECCIAROSSA 9658+ Regionale TRENORD 2980 | 6:05 AM Palermo Centrale | 15h13 | 9:18 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 736+ 9994+ Regionale TRENORD 2986 | 6:05 AM Palermo Centrale | 16h43 | 10:48 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 736+ FRECCIAROSSA 9658+ Regionale TRENORD 2980 | 6:05 AM Palermo Centrale | 15h21 | 9:26 PM Malpensa Airport T2 | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 736+ 9994+ Regionale TRENORD 2988 | 6:05 AM Palermo Centrale | 17h13 | 11:18 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 730+ InterCityNotte 798+ Regionale TRENORD 2922 | 9:15 AM Palermo Centrale | 21h41 | 6:56 AM Malpensa Airport T2 | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 730+ InterCityNotte 798+ Regionale TRENORD 2922 | 9:15 AM Palermo Centrale | 21h33 | 6:48 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 1964+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9504+ Regionale TRENORD 2932 | 11:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 21h23 | 9:18 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 1964+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9504+ Regionale TRENORD 2932 | 11:55 AM Palermo Centrale | 21h31 | 9:26 AM Malpensa Airport T2 | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Palermo to Milan Malpensa Airport
Trains from Palermo to Milan Malpensa Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 23h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 (€60) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 571 miles (919 km) distance in 15h 11m.
Distance 571 miles (919 km) |
Average train duration 23h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€60) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 15h 11m |
First train 06:05 |
Last train 20:10 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte from Palermo to Milan Malpensa Airport trainsIntercity Notte trains will get you between Palermo and Milan Malpensa Airport from $24 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Palermo to Milan Malpensa Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Milan Malpensa Airport 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 Malpensa Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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