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Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Italy’s top art museums, featuring masterpieces by Mantegna, Bellini, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Piero della Francesca.
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 52 m
Trains per day
41
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Schaffhausen to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Schaffhausen to Milan will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 41 trains that leave Schaffhausen for Milan on Thu, Jul 30, 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 30 the direct trains cover the 252 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Thu, Jul 30 the slowest trains will take 2 h 53 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.
EuroCity 29
EuroCity 27
EuroCity 29
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EuroCity 25
EuroCity 31
EuroCity 15
EuroCity 21
EuroCity 29
EuroCity 23Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Schaffhausen to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a flight costs an average of $50.
Distance: 156 miles (252 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$94 Average price | $59 Average price Cheapest | $476 Average price | $115 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | 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 Schaffhausen to Milan:
A bus is $35 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Schaffhausen to Milan costing on average $94 (€94).
A bus is $417 (€417) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Schaffhausen to Milan costing on average $476 (€476).
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 37m.
Bus takes on average 7h 5m.
The journey is about 39m faster (3h 37m by train vs 4h 16m by car) and roughly $21 (€21) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($94 (€94) vs $115 (€115)). 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 Trenitalia.
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 Schaffhausen to Milan trains for today, Wednesday, July 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:00 AM Schaffhausen | 2h50 | 8:50 AM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:47 AM Schaffhausen | 3h26 | 12:13 PM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 30 | |||||
EuroCity 11 | 6:33 AM Zurich HB | 3h20 | 9:53 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 11 | 7:00 AM Zug station | 2h53 | 9:53 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Schaffhausen to Milan run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€33) but you can travel from only $13 (€13) by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:38, the last at 21:17. The fastest train covers the 156 miles (252 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 156 miles (252 km) |
Average train duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€33) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 12:38 AM |
Last train 9:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Tipping is modest. Service may be included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Schaffhausen 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.

Most Schaffhausen to Milan trains use the Zürich HB to Milano Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Chiasso. Use this guide to compare Schaffhausen and Milan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Schaffhausen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Güterhof, Restaurant Falken
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Schaffhausen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Schaffhausen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Schaffhausen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Schaffhausen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schaffhausen.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kronenhof, Sorell Hotel Rüden, Hotel Park Villa.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage storage is 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.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Milano Lambrate is 4 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Lambrate has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Girasole, Osteria Lambrate
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Milano Lambrate. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Milano Lambrate. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Milano Lambrate: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Lambrate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Lambrate: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Milano Lambrate, Hotel Gamma, Hotel Lugano.
Milano Certosa is 6 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Certosa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Burger King, Ristorante Pizzeria La Certosa
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Milano Certosa. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Available at Milano Certosa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Certosa: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Certosa: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Mirage, Klima Hotel Milano Fiere.
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