- Must visit
Pinacoteca di Brera
Milan’s premier art gallery, known for Italian masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Mantegna in the historic Brera district.
Cheapest price
$100
Average price
$102
Fastest journey
11 h 33 m
Average duration
12 h 38 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
844 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Policoro to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Policoro to Milan will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $100.
Of the 3 trains that leave Policoro for Milan on Sun, Jun 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 844 km distance in an average of 12 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 33 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 13 h 10 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.






Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Policoro to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $49.
Distance: 524 miles (844 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$107 Average price | $53 Average price Cheapest | $92 Average price | $286 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 55m Average total duration 10h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 2m Average total duration 13h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | 2.5 - 5.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Policoro to Milan:
A bus is $39 (€32) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Policoro to Milan costing on average $92 (€75).
A bus is $53 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Policoro to Milan costing on average $107 (€87).
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 25m.
Bus takes on average 13h 32m.
Tickets start at around $107 (€87) compared to roughly $286 (€234) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $179 (€147). The journey takes 10h 25m versus 9h 48m 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.
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 Policoro to Milan trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 562+ InterCityNotte 758 | 5:55 PM Policoro-Tursi | 13h10 | 7:05 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 7:27 AM Policoro | 11h33 | 7:00 PM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Policoro to Milan run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 524 miles (844 km) distance in 9h 36m.
Distance 524 miles (844 km) |
Average train duration 10h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 9h 36m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 49 days |
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Charming central neighborhood with elegant streets, galleries, boutiques, and a classic Milanese artistic atmosphere.
Milan’s main square and the city’s most important urban landmark, ideal for first-time visitors and classic views.
Milan’s signature saffron risotto, rich with butter and cheese, prized for its golden color and elegant flavor.
A traditional breaded veal cutlet, fried until crisp. It is one of the city’s most iconic and historic main dishes.
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Historic traditional trattoria serving classic Milanese and Lombard dishes in an old-world, elegant atmosphere.
Prices are high by Italian standards, especially for hotels and central dining, but budget cafés and aperitivo deals help control daily costs.
Tipping is modest. Service may be included or a coperto charged. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; small change for taxis and cafés is enough.
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