The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Margherita to Milan
Cheapest price
$144
Average price
$170
Fastest journey
11 h 58 m
Average duration
16 h 23 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
971 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Margherita to Milan will cost around $170 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $144.
Of the 2 trains that leave Santa Margherita for Milan on Wed, May 27, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct trains cover the 971 km distance in an average of 16 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 58 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest trains will take 20 h 48 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.
9:07 AM20h48Santa Margherita5:55 AMMilan$1441One-way0 transfers
7:02 AM11h58Santa Margherita7:00 PMMilan$1971One-way0 transfers
7:02 AM11h58Santa Margherita7:00 PMMilan$1971One-way0 transfers
9:07 AM20h48Santa Margherita5:55 AMMilan$1441One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Santa Margherita to Milan
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a train costs an average of $144.
Distance: 603 miles (971 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$196 Average price | $76 Average price Cheapest | $86 Average price | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 23m Average total duration 13h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 35m Average total duration 21h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Margherita to Milan:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santa Margherita to Milan costing on average $86 (€70).
A bus is $120 (€97) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santa Margherita to Milan costing on average $196 (€158).
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 53m.
Bus takes on average 21h 5m.
Tickets start at around $196 (€158) compared to roughly $34 (€27) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-162.47 (€-131.17). The journey takes 13h 53m versus 13h 1m 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.
Live departures
Santa Margherita to Milan train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita to Milan trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:02 AM Santa Margherita | 11h58 | 7:00 PM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:07 AM Santa Margherita | 20h48 | 5:55 AM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Margherita to Milan
Trains from Santa Margherita to Milan run on average 3 times per day, taking around 13h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $144 (€116) but you can travel from only $48 (€39) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 603 miles (971 km) distance in 11h 42m.
Distance 603 miles (971 km) |
Average train duration 13h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $144 (€116) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 11h 42m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 10:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Intercity, Regionale from Santa Margherita to Milan trainsIntercity, Regionale trains will get you between Santa Margherita and Milan from $48 (€39). 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 Santa Margherita to Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Margherita to Milan
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Via G Battista Cassinis.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro
- Osteria La Piola
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Starhotels Business Palace
- Hotel Mistral
- Hotel Brenta Milano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and high-speed services
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Caffeteria Panni Caldi
- Princi
- Burgez
- Bricco Café
- U! Come tu mi vuoi
- Autogrill
- Culto
- Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
- Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova
- AC Hotel by Marriott Milano
- Tocq Hotel
- Metro lines: M2, M5
- Bus lines: 43, 56, 70, 94
- Train lines: R21, R31, S1, S11, S2, S5, S7, S8
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