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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
$28
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
2 h 27 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
43
Distance
244 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice Santa Lucia to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice Santa Lucia to Milan will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 43 trains that leave Venice Santa Lucia for Milan on Sun, May 31, 24 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 244 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 27 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 2 h 27 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 3508 · Regionale TRENORD 2646
Regionale Veloce 3496 · Regionale TRENORD 2636
Regionale 17162 · Regionale TRENORD 2622
Regionale Veloce 3506 · Regionale TRENORD 2644
Regionale Veloce 3574 · Regionale TRENORD 2648
FRECCIAROSSA 9754
FRECCIAROSSA 9724
FRECCIAROSSA 9744
FRECCIAROSSA 9736
FRECCIAROSSA 9740Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice Santa Lucia to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, and a flight costs an average of $121.
Distance: 151 miles (244 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$28 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price | $144 Average price | $90 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 36m Average total duration 7h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Venice Santa Lucia to Milan:
A train is $22 (€17) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Venice Santa Lucia to Milan costing on average $50 (€40).
A train is $115 (€93) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice Santa Lucia to Milan costing on average $144 (€116).
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 2m.
Flight takes on average 7h 36m.
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, Italo, Trenitalia EuroCity.
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 Venice Santa Lucia 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9724 | 10:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h27 | 1:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3488+ FRECCIAROSSA 9726 | 11:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h35 | 1:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3488 · Regionale TRENORD 2630 | 11:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h25 | 2:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9728 | 11:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h27 | 2:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9732 | 12:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h27 | 3:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634 | 1:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h25 | 4:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3492+ FRECCIAROSSA 9729 | 1:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h35 | 3:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736 | 1:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h27 | 4:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8984 | On time 1:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h28 | 4:25 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3496 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 | 2:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h25 | 5:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9740 | 2:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h27 | 5:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8986 | On time 2:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h28 | 5:25 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3498 · Regionale TRENORD 2638 | 3:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h25 | 6:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9744 | 3:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h27 | 6:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8988 | On time 3:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h28 | 6:25 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 16026 · Regionale TRENORD 2640 | 4:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h25 | 7:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9748 | 4:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h27 | 7:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3504 · Regionale TRENORD 2642 | 5:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h25 | 8:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9750 | 5:18 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h29 | 7:47 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9752 | 5:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h27 | 8:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3506 · Regionale TRENORD 2644 | 6:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h25 | 9:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9754 | 6:18 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h27 | 8:45 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3987+ FRECCIAROSSA 9758 | 6:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h35 | 9:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3508 · Regionale TRENORD 2646 | 7:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h25 | 10:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9437 · FRECCIAROSSA 9810 | 7:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h59 | 10:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3989+ FRECCIAROSSA 8830 | 7:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h45 | 11:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3574 · Regionale TRENORD 2648 | 8:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h25 | 11:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 9700 | 5:39 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h33 | 8:12 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8970 | On time 5:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h28 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17162 · Regionale TRENORD 2622 | 6:04 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h31 | 10:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9702 | 6:18 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h29 | 8:47 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9403 · FRECCIAROSSA 9508 | 6:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h13 | 9:39 AM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9708 | 7:18 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h27 | 9:45 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9713 | 7:43 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h32 | 10:15 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8974 | On time 7:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h28 | 10:25 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3420 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 | 8:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h25 | 11:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9716 | 8:18 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h29 | 10:47 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3967+ FRECCIAROSSA 9718 | 8:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h35 | 11:15 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8971 | 8:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h28 | 11:25 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2626 | 9:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h25 | 12:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9411 · FRECCIAROSSA 8810 | 9:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h04 | 12:30 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Venice Santa Lucia to Milan run on average 39 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 151 miles (244 km) distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 151 miles (244 km) |
Average train duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 39 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 7:10 PM |
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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.
Creamy saffron risotto, one of Milan's signature dishes, prized for its rich flavor and golden color.
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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