The cheapest and fastest trains from Rome to Milan Centrale
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$122
Fastest journey
2 h 52 m
Average duration
2 h 59 m
Trains per day
100
Distance
478 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Milan Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Milan Centrale will cost around $122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
Of the 100 trains that leave Rome for Milan Centrale on Thu, May 21, 94 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 21 the direct trains cover the 478 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 52 m .
On Thu, May 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 5 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.
Regionale Veloce 4156+
Intercity 5964:00 PM7h17Rome Termini11:17 PMMilan Centrale$711One-way1 transfer
Intercity 5963:48 PM7h29Rome Tiburtina11:17 PMMilan Centrale$761One-way0 transfers
Intercity 59012:43 PM6h42Rome Tiburtina7:25 PMMilan Centrale$761One-way0 transfers
Regionale 4500+
Intercity 6841:12 PM8h43Rome Termini9:55 PMMilan Centrale$791One-way1 transfer
Intercity 518+
Regionale Veloce 30474:07 PM7h28Rome Ostiense11:35 PMMilan Centrale$811One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 96825:38 AM2h52Rome Termini8:30 AMMilan Centrale$1261One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 96484:25 PM2h59Rome Termini7:24 PMMilan Centrale$1261One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 96209:25 AM2h59Rome Termini12:24 PMMilan Centrale$1261One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 96066:25 AM2h59Rome Termini9:24 AMMilan Centrale$1261One-way0 transfers
99707:40 AM3h05Rome Tiburtina10:45 AMMilan Centrale$1191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Rome to Milan Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Milan Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a flight costs an average of $77.
Distance: 297 miles (478 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$67 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $190 Average price | $173 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 21m Average total duration 6h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 33m Average total duration 8h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Milan Centrale:
A bus is $46 (€37) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Milan Centrale costing on average $67 (€54).
A bus is $170 (€137) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Milan Centrale costing on average $190 (€154).
Other travel options to Milan Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 51m.
Bus takes on average 8h 3m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Frecciabianca.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Rome to Milan Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Milan Centrale trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9504 | 5:10 AM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 8:50 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9682 | 5:38 AM Rome Termini | 2h52 | 8:30 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9508 | 6:00 AM Rome Termini | 3h50 | 9:50 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9606 | 6:25 AM Rome Termini | 2h59 | 9:24 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 794+ Intercity 745 | 6:26 AM Rome Ostiense | 8h29 | 2:55 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9966 | On time 6:30 AM Rome Termini | 3h15 | 9:45 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9966 | On time 6:38 AM Rome Tiburtina | 3h07 | 9:45 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9908 | On time 6:40 AM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 10:20 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9908 | On time 6:48 AM Rome Tiburtina | 3h32 | 10:20 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9608 | 6:50 AM Rome Termini | 3h10 | 10:00 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9968 | 7:05 AM Rome Termini | 3h10 | 10:15 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512 | 7:10 AM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 10:50 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9610 | 7:20 AM Rome Termini | 3h15 | 10:35 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9970 | On time 7:30 AM Rome Termini | 3h15 | 10:45 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9912 | On time 7:40 AM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 11:20 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9970 | On time 7:40 AM Rome Tiburtina | 3h05 | 10:45 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9912 | On time 7:50 AM Rome Tiburtina | 3h30 | 11:20 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9612 | 7:50 AM Rome Termini | 3h08 | 10:58 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9972 | 8:05 AM Rome Termini | 3h10 | 11:15 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516 | 8:10 AM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 11:50 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9616 | 8:20 AM Rome Termini | 3h15 | 11:35 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9916 | On time 8:40 AM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 12:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9916 | On time 8:50 AM Rome Tiburtina | 3h30 | 12:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9618 | 8:50 AM Rome Termini | 3h08 | 11:58 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9974 | On time 9:05 AM Rome Termini | 3h10 | 12:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9520 | 9:10 AM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 12:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9620 | 9:25 AM Rome Termini | 2h59 | 12:24 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9920 | On time 9:43 AM Rome Termini | 3h37 | 1:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9622 | 9:50 AM Rome Termini | 3h08 | 12:58 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9920 | On time 9:51 AM Rome Tiburtina | 3h29 | 1:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9976 | On time 10:05 AM Rome Termini | 3h10 | 1:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9524 | 10:10 AM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 1:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9624 | 10:20 AM Rome Termini | 3h15 | 1:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 588 · Intercity 608 | 10:20 AM Rome Termini | 7h25 | 5:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9924 | On time 10:40 AM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 2:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9924 | On time 10:50 AM Rome Tiburtina | 3h30 | 2:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9626 | 10:50 AM Rome Termini | 3h08 | 1:58 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9978 | On time 11:05 AM Rome Termini | 3h10 | 2:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9514 | 11:10 AM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 2:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9628 | 11:20 AM Rome Termini | 3h15 | 2:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9928 | On time 11:40 AM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 3:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9630 | 11:50 AM Rome Termini | 3h08 | 2:58 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9532 | 12:10 PM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 3:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9980 | 12:10 PM Rome Termini | 3h05 | 3:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9632 | 12:20 PM Rome Termini | 3h15 | 3:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9932 | On time 12:40 PM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 4:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 590 | 12:43 PM Rome Tiburtina | 6h42 | 7:25 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9634 | 12:50 PM Rome Termini | 3h10 | 4:00 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9982 | 1:05 PM Rome Termini | 3h10 | 4:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 1:10 PM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 4:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 4500+ Intercity 684 | 1:12 PM Rome Termini | 8h43 | 9:55 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9636 | 1:20 PM Rome Termini | 3h10 | 4:30 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8134 | 1:40 PM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 5:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8134 | 1:50 PM Rome Tiburtina | 3h30 | 5:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9638 | 1:50 PM Rome Termini | 3h08 | 4:58 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8620 | 1:57 PM Rome Termini | 6h43 | 8:40 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540 | 2:10 PM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 5:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9984 | On time 2:10 PM Rome Termini | 3h05 | 5:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9640 | 2:20 PM Rome Termini | 3h10 | 5:30 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9940 | On time 2:40 PM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 6:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9940 | On time 2:50 PM Rome Tiburtina | 3h30 | 6:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9642 | 2:50 PM Rome Termini | 3h08 | 5:58 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9986 | On time 3:05 PM Rome Termini | 3h10 | 6:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9544 | 3:10 PM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 6:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9644 | 3:20 PM Rome Termini | 3h10 | 6:30 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9946 | 3:40 PM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 7:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 596 | 3:48 PM Rome Tiburtina | 7h29 | 11:17 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9946 | 3:50 PM Rome Tiburtina | 3h30 | 7:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9646 | 3:50 PM Rome Termini | 3h10 | 7:00 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4156+ Intercity 596 | 4:00 PM Rome Termini | 7h17 | 11:17 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 518+ Regionale Veloce 3047 | 4:07 PM Rome Ostiense | 7h28 | 11:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 4:10 PM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 7:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9950 | On time 4:10 PM Rome Termini | 3h05 | 7:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9648 | 4:25 PM Rome Termini | 2h59 | 7:24 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9948 | On time 4:40 PM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 8:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9948 | On time 4:50 PM Rome Tiburtina | 3h30 | 8:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9650 | 4:50 PM Rome Termini | 3h08 | 7:58 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9990 | On time 5:05 PM Rome Termini | 3h10 | 8:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9552 | 5:10 PM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 8:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9652 | 5:20 PM Rome Termini | 3h10 | 8:30 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9958 | On time 5:40 PM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 9:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9658 | 5:50 PM Rome Termini | 3h10 | 9:00 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9992 | 6:05 PM Rome Termini | 3h10 | 9:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9556 | 6:10 PM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9660 | 6:20 PM Rome Termini | 3h10 | 9:30 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9944 | On time 6:30 PM Rome Termini | 3h15 | 9:45 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9944 | On time 6:39 PM Rome Tiburtina | 3h06 | 9:45 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9954 | On time 6:40 PM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 10:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9662 | 6:50 PM Rome Termini | 3h10 | 10:00 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9954 | 6:51 PM Rome Tiburtina | 3h29 | 10:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9994 | 7:04 PM Rome Termini | 3h11 | 10:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9560 | 7:11 PM Rome Termini | 3h39 | 10:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8158 | On time 7:41 PM Rome Termini | 3h39 | 11:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9668 | 7:50 PM Rome Termini | 3h10 | 11:00 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9330 | 7:50 PM Rome Termini | 4h35 | 12:25 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9996 | 8:05 PM Rome Termini | 3h10 | 11:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9592 | 8:10 PM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 11:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9962 | 8:40 PM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 12:20 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9962 | 8:50 PM Rome Tiburtina | 3h30 | 12:20 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 774 · InterCityNotte 758 | 10:35 PM Rome Termini | 8h30 | 7:05 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rome to Milan Centrale
Trains from Rome to Milan Centrale run on average 91 times per day, taking around 6h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
There are 82 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 297 miles (478 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 297 miles (478 km) |
Average train duration 6h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 91 |
Direct trains 82 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 5:12 AM |
Last train 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciabianca, Regionale from Rome to Milan Centrale trainsItalo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciabianca, Regionale trains will get you between Rome and Milan Centrale from $8 (€6). 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 Rome to Milan Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Milan Centrale 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 Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rome to Milan Centrale
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Acafe
- Moka Café
- Roadhouse Grill
- McDonald's
- Gusto
- Chef Express
- Coop Minimarket
- Mercato Centrale
- The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
- Archi di Roma Guest House
- Gemma di Roma
- The Liberty Boutique Hotel
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Located near Platform 24.
- Metro lines: A (red), B (blue)
- Bus lines: 5, H, 38, 40 Express, 50 Express, 64, 66, 70, 75, 82, 90 Express, 92, 105, 150F, 223, 310, 590, 714, 910, C2, C3
- Tram lines: 5, 14
- Train lines: Italo, FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, EN, CNL, R, Leonardo Express
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes.
- Luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
- Rock n’ Coffee Roma
- Arabian Kebab
- Ingredienti
- McDonald’s
- Numb's Bakery Café
- Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
- B&B Rome Tiburtina
- B&B Alba Domus Roma
- Hotel delle Province
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Metro lines: LB
- Bus lines: 62, 71, 111, 111F, 120F, 135, 163, 168, 211, 309, 409, n409, n041, C2, C3, Airport Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FA, IC, REG, FL1, FL2, FL3
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with both short-term and long-term options.
- Ramen Bar Akira
- Eataly Roma
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Abitart
- Hotel San Anselmo
- Hotel Villa San Pio
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for metropolitan services
- Metro: Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 3
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- 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.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
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