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Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Italy’s leading art museums, known for masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Mantegna in the elegant Brera district.
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$4
Fastest journey
12 m
Average duration
12 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saronno to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saronno to Milan will cost around $4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 3 trains that leave Saronno for Milan on Sun, May 31, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 12 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 train as it is the most popular option from Saronno to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $4, and a bus costs an average of $4.
Distance: 13 miles (22 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$4 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Saronno to Milan:
A train is $2 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Saronno to Milan costing on average $6 (€5).
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Bus takes on average 27m.
The journey is about 13m faster (25m by train vs 38m by car) and roughly $4 (€3) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($4 (€3) vs $8 (€6)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Regionale, Trenord.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Saronno to Milan trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:31 AM Saronno | 0h12 | 8:43 AM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
![]() | 5:01 AM Saronno | 0h12 | 5:13 AM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:01 AM Saronno | 0h12 | 6:13 AM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Saronno to Milan run on average 425 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 343 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (22 km) distance in 12m.
Distance 13 miles (22 km) |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Trains per day 425 |
Direct trains 343 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
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One of Italy’s leading art museums, known for masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Mantegna in the elegant Brera district.
A major museum of 20th-century Italian art facing Piazza del Duomo, with strong Futurist holdings and striking city views.
A contemporary museum focused on world cultures and major temporary exhibitions, popular for its modern architecture and changing shows.
Milan’s canal district, best known for waterside walks, photogenic bridges, and lively atmosphere day and night.
A charming historic neighborhood of narrow streets, galleries, boutiques, and classic Milan character, ideal for wandering.
Milan’s main square and the symbolic heart of the city, surrounded by major landmarks and constant urban energy.
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Braised veal shank cooked slowly until tender, traditionally served with gremolata and often paired with risotto.
Breaded veal cutlet fried in butter, a classic Milanese specialty and one of the city's most famous dishes.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant offering creative haute cuisine with an elegant, Michelin-starred reputation.
Famous central bakery known for panzerotti, a beloved casual stop near the Duomo with constant local appeal.
Modern Milanese restaurant known for refined Lombard classics in a stylish contemporary setting.
Milan is pricier than most Italian cities, especially for hotels, central dining, and aperitivo areas.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-5 for good service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up.
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