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Pinacoteca di Brera
Milan’s premier art gallery, known for Italian masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Mantegna in the historic Brera district.
Cheapest price
$82
Average price
$108
Fastest journey
3 h 41 m
Average duration
3 h 41 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Solothurn to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Solothurn to Milan will cost around $108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
It's difficult to get from Solothurn to Milan without transferring at least 3 times.
IC 5 517 | 517 · IC 21 671 | 671 · RE 80 25523 | 25523 · B 2 2042 | 2042
IC 5 513 | 513 · IC 21 667 | 667 · RE 80 25519 | 25519 · B 2 2034 | 2034
IC 5 513 | 513 · IC 21 667 | 667 · RE 80 25519 | 25519 · B 2 2034 | 2034
IC 5 517 | 517 · IC 21 671 | 671 · RE 80 25523 | 25523 · B 2 2042 | 2042Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Solothurn to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $66. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 9m. 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 $66, and a flight costs an average of $101.
Distance: 144 miles (232 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$101 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $242 Average price | $139 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 49m Average total duration 8h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Solothurn to Milan:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Solothurn to Milan costing on average $101 (€83).
A bus is $168 (€138) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Solothurn to Milan costing on average $242 (€198).
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 9m.
Flight takes on average 8h 49m.
The journey is about 49m faster (3h 9m by train vs 3h 58m by car) and roughly $39 (€32) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($101 (€83) vs $139 (€114)). 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 Solothurn to Milan trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 5 513 | 513 · IC 21 667 | 667 · RE 80 25519 | 25519 · B 2 2034 | 2034 | 9:01 AM Solothurn station | 3h41 | 12:42 PM Milan | 3 transfers | |
IC 5 517 | 517 · IC 21 671 | 671 · RE 80 25523 | 25523 · B 2 2042 | 2042 | 11:01 AM Solothurn station | 3h41 | 2:42 PM Milan | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Solothurn to Milan run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€39) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:38, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 144 miles (232 km) distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 144 miles (232 km) |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€39) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 12:38 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Milan Centrale, Milan -> Duomo di Milano, Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Solothurn 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 Solothurn to Milan trains use the Solothurn to Chiasso station pair. Use this guide to compare Solothurn and Milan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Solothurn 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 Baseltor, Restaurant Salzhaus
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Solothurn. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Solothurn. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Solothurn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Solothurn: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Solothurn.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ambassador, Hotel Roter Turm, Hotel an der Aare.
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.
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