- Must visit
Pinacoteca di Brera
Milan’s premier art gallery, known for masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Mantegna in the elegant Brera district.
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
5 h 2 m
Average duration
5 h 14 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
358 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trieste to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trieste to Milan will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 19 trains that leave Trieste for Milan on Sat, May 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 23 the direct trains cover the 358 km distance in an average of 5 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 2 m .
On Sat, May 23 the slowest trains will take 5 h 17 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 3882 · Regionale Veloce 3496 · Regionale TRENORD 2636
Regionale Veloce 3894 · Regionale Veloce 3574 · Regionale TRENORD 2648
Regionale Veloce 3886 · Regionale 16026 · Regionale TRENORD 2640
Regionale Veloce 3890 · Regionale Veloce 3506 · Regionale TRENORD 2644
Regionale Veloce 3858 · Regionale Veloce 3488 · Regionale TRENORD 2630
FRECCIAROSSA 9726
Regionale Veloce 3882+
FRECCIAROSSA 9736
Regionale Veloce 3890+
FRECCIAROSSA 9752
Regionale Veloce 3886+
FRECCIAROSSA 9744
Regionale Veloce 3400+
FRECCIAROSSA 9728Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trieste to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $162.
Distance: 222 miles (358 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$46 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $335 Average price | $132 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 23m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
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 Trieste to Milan:
A bus is $18 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Trieste to Milan costing on average $46 (€37).
A bus is $307 (€248) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Trieste to Milan costing on average $335 (€271).
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 47m.
Train takes on average 5h 53m.
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 Frecciarossa.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Trieste to Milan trains for today, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3400 · Regionale Veloce 3490 · Regionale TRENORD 2632 | 8:58 AM Trieste Centrale | 6h37 | 3:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3400+ FRECCIAROSSA 9728 | 8:58 AM Trieste Centrale | 5h17 | 2:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634 | 10:00 AM Trieste Centrale | 6h35 | 4:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 584+ FRECCIAROSSA 9732 | 10:00 AM Trieste Centrale | 5h15 | 3:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3882+ FRECCIAROSSA 9736 | 10:58 AM Trieste Centrale | 5h17 | 4:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3882 · Regionale Veloce 3496 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 | 10:58 AM Trieste Centrale | 6h37 | 5:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17334+ FRECCIAROSSA 9740 | 11:28 AM Trieste Centrale | 5h47 | 5:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17334 · Regionale Veloce 3498 · Regionale TRENORD 2638 | 11:28 AM Trieste Centrale | 7h07 | 6:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3886 · Regionale 16026 · Regionale TRENORD 2640 | 12:58 PM Trieste Centrale | 6h37 | 7:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17338 · Regionale Veloce 3504 · Regionale TRENORD 2642 | 1:32 PM Trieste Centrale | 7h03 | 8:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17338+ FRECCIAROSSA 9748 | 1:32 PM Trieste Centrale | 5h43 | 7:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16632 · Regionale 17338+ FRECCIAROSSA 9748 | 1:48 PM Trieste Centrale | 5h27 | 7:15 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3890 · Regionale Veloce 3506 · Regionale TRENORD 2644 | 2:58 PM Trieste Centrale | 6h37 | 9:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3890+ FRECCIAROSSA 9752 | 2:58 PM Trieste Centrale | 5h17 | 8:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9758 | 3:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 5h19 | 9:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3894 · Regionale Veloce 3574 · Regionale TRENORD 2648 | 4:58 PM Trieste Centrale | 6h37 | 11:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3894+ FRECCIAROSSA 9762 | 4:58 PM Trieste Centrale | 5h17 | 10:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, May 23 | |||||
Regionale 16862 · Regionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2626 | 5:28 AM Trieste Centrale | 7h07 | 12:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16862+ FRECCIAROSSA 9718 | 5:28 AM Trieste Centrale | 5h47 | 11:15 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 584+ FRECCIAROSSA 9411 · FRECCIAROSSA 8810 | 5:36 AM Trieste Centrale | 6h54 | 12:30 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 | 5:36 AM Trieste Centrale | 9h09 | 2:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 584+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520 | 5:36 AM Trieste Centrale | 7h14 | 12:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3858 · Regionale Veloce 3488 · Regionale TRENORD 2630 | 6:58 AM Trieste Centrale | 7h37 | 2:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3858+ FRECCIAROSSA 9724 | 6:58 AM Trieste Centrale | 6h17 | 1:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9726 | 8:43 AM Trieste Centrale | 5h02 | 1:45 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Trieste to Milan run on average 27 times per day, taking around 5h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 222 miles (358 km) distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 222 miles (358 km) |
Average train duration 5h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€32) |
Trains per day 27 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 5h 10m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 84 days |
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Milan’s premier art gallery, known for masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Mantegna in the elegant Brera district.
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Elegant central neighborhood of art streets, boutiques, and historic buildings, ideal for strolling and local atmosphere.
Milan’s main square and the symbolic heart of the city, framed by the cathedral and monumental architecture.
Milan’s signature saffron risotto, rich with butter and cheese, prized for its golden color and elegant flavor.
A classic breaded veal cutlet fried in butter, one of the city’s most iconic traditional main dishes.
Braised veal shank, often served with risotto alla Milanese, valued for its tender meat and marrow-rich sauce.
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Legendary historic bar famous for the Negroni Sbagliato and classic aperitivo culture in a lively retro space.
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Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-5 for good service is appreciated.
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