- Must visit
Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Italy’s top art museums, featuring masterpieces by Mantegna, Bellini, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Piero della Francesca.
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$85
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h
Trains per day
3
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Winterthur to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Winterthur to Milan will cost around $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 3 trains that leave Winterthur for Milan on Mon, Jul 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 20 the direct trains cover the 229 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Mon, Jul 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 15 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 Winterthur to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 8m. 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 $14, and a flight costs an average of $81.
Distance: 142 miles (229 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$84 Average price | $46 Average price Cheapest | $227 Average price | $136 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 23m Average total duration 11h 23m 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 Winterthur to Milan:
A bus is $38 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Winterthur to Milan costing on average $84 (€69).
A bus is $181 (€149) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Winterthur to Milan costing on average $227 (€187).
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 5m.
Flight takes on average 11h 23m.
The journey is about 50m faster (3h 8m by train vs 3h 58m by car) and roughly $52 (€43) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($84 (€69) vs $136 (€112)). 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 Winterthur to Milan trains for today, Sunday, July 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 | |
EuroCity 13 | 7:33 AM Zurich HB | 3h20 | 10:53 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 13 | 8:00 AM Zug station | 2h53 | 10:53 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 75 2110 | 2110 · EC 301 | 301 | 8:01 AM Winterthur station | 2h54 | 10:55 AM Chiasso station | 1 transfer | |
S 24 20431 | 20431 · EC 15 | 15 | 8:08 AM Oberwinterthur | 3h47 | 11:55 AM Chiasso station | 1 transfer | |
S 24 20431 | 20431 · IC 2 865 | 865 · RE 80 25517 | 25517 | 8:08 AM Oberwinterthur | 3h18 | 11:26 AM Chiasso station | 2 transfers | |
S 35 8130 | 8130 · IC 5 514 | 514 · IC 2 865 | 865 · RE 80 25517 | 25517 | 8:11 AM Winterthur Hegi | 3h15 | 11:26 AM Chiasso station | 3 transfers | |
B 1 | 4210 · S 11 19132 | 19132 · IC 2 865 | 865 · RE 80 25517 | 25517 | 8:21 AM Winterthur | 3h05 | 11:26 AM Chiasso station | 3 transfers | |
EuroCity 301 | 8:33 AM Zurich HB | 3h17 | 11:50 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 11 19132 | 19132 · IC 2 865 | 865 · RE 80 25517 | 25517 | 8:39 AM Winterthur station | 2h47 | 11:26 AM Chiasso station | 2 transfers | |
S 35 8132 | 8132 · IC 1 712 | 712 · EC 15 | 15 | 8:41 AM Winterthur Hegi | 3h14 | 11:55 AM Chiasso station | 2 transfers | |
S 35 8132 | 8132 · IR 75 2112 | 2112 · S 2 21235 | 21235 · IC 21 667 | 667 | 8:41 AM Winterthur Hegi | 3h45 | 12:26 PM Chiasso station | 4 transfers | |
B 1 | 4697 · IR 75 2112 | 2112 · EC 15 | 15 | 8:45 AM Winterthur | 3h10 | 11:55 AM Chiasso station | 2 transfers | |
B 1 | 4930 · S 11 19134 | 19134 · IR 75 2112 | 2112 · S 2 21235 | 21235 | 8:55 AM Winterthur | 3h31 | 12:26 PM Chiasso station | 5 transfers | |
EuroCity 301 | 9:00 AM Zug station | 2h50 | 11:50 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 75 2112 | 2112 · EC 15 | 15 | 9:01 AM Winterthur station | 2h54 | 11:55 AM Chiasso station | 1 transfer | |
S 24 20435 | 20435 · IR 46 2417 | 2417 · IC 21 667 | 667 · RE 80 25519 | 25519 | 9:08 AM Oberwinterthur | 3h18 | 12:26 PM Chiasso station | 3 transfers | |
S 24 20435 | 20435 · EC 153 | 153 | 9:08 AM Oberwinterthur | 3h47 | 12:55 PM Chiasso station | 1 transfer | |
S 11 19134 | 19134 · IR 75 2112 | 2112 · S 2 21235 | 21235 · IC 21 667 | 667 | 9:09 AM Winterthur station | 3h17 | 12:26 PM Chiasso station | 4 transfers | |
S 35 8134 | 8134 · IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 46 2417 | 2417 · IC 21 667 | 667 | 9:11 AM Winterthur Hegi | 3h15 | 12:26 PM Chiasso station | 4 transfers | |
B 1 | 5508 · S 11 19136 | 19136 · IR 46 2417 | 2417 · IC 21 667 | 667 | 9:24 AM Winterthur | 3h02 | 12:26 PM Chiasso station | 4 transfers | |
EuroCity 15 | 9:33 AM Zurich HB | 3h20 | 12:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 11 19136 | 19136 · IR 46 2417 | 2417 · IC 21 667 | 667 · RE 80 25519 | 25519 | 9:39 AM Winterthur station | 2h47 | 12:26 PM Chiasso station | 3 transfers | |
S 35 8136 | 8136 · IC 1 714 | 714 · EC 153 | 153 | 9:41 AM Winterthur Hegi | 3h14 | 12:55 PM Chiasso station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 15 | 10:00 AM Zug station | 2h53 | 12:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 153 | 10:33 AM Zurich HB | 3h35 | 2:08 PM Milano Lambrate | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 153 | 11:00 AM Zug station | 3h08 | 2:08 PM Milano Lambrate | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 19 | 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 3h20 | 2:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 19 | 12:00 PM Zug station | 2h53 | 2:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 151 | 12:33 PM Zurich HB | 3h20 | 3:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 151 | 1:00 PM Zug station | 2h53 | 3:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 21 | 1:33 PM Zurich HB | 3h20 | 4:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 21 | 2:00 PM Zug station | 2h53 | 4:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 37 | 2:33 PM Zurich HB | 3h22 | 5:55 PM Milano Lambrate | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 37 | 3:00 PM Zug station | 2h55 | 5:55 PM Milano Lambrate | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 123 | 3:33 PM Zurich HB | 3h20 | 6:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 123 | 4:00 PM Zug station | 2h53 | 6:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 25 | 5:33 PM Zurich HB | 3h20 | 8:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 25 | 6:00 PM Zug station | 2h53 | 8:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 27 | 6:33 PM Zurich HB | 3h20 | 9:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 27 | 7:00 PM Zug station | 2h53 | 9:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 29 | 7:33 PM Zurich HB | 3h20 | 10:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 29 | 8:00 PM Zug station | 2h53 | 10:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Winterthur to Milan run on average 33 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
There are 21 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:05, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 142 miles (229 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 142 miles (229 km) |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 21 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 1:05 AM |
Last train 9:34 PM |
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This artistic district offers charming lanes, Brera atmosphere, boutiques, and easy access to galleries and evening strolls.
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Moderate for Western Europe. Hotels and central dining can be pricey, but transit is affordable and budget meals, aperitivo deals, and local cafes help keep daily costs reasonable.
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 Winterthur 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 Winterthur to Milan trains use the Zürich HB to Milano Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Chiasso. Use this guide to compare Winterthur and Milan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Winterthur has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Fu Ji Restaurant, Restaurant Strauss
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Winterthur. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Winterthur. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Winterthur: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Winterthur: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Winterthur: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Banana City, Park Hotel Winterthur, Sorell Hotel Krone.
Oberwinterthur is 2 km from Winterthur city centre. Public transport options include:
Oberwinterthur has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Oberwinterthur.
ATMs are available at Oberwinterthur.
Available at Oberwinterthur: Parking, WC.
Available at Oberwinterthur: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oberwinterthur.
Winterthur Hegi is 3 km from Winterthur city centre. Public transport options include:
Winterthur Hegi has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Winterthur Hegi.
ATMs are available at Winterthur Hegi.
Available at Winterthur Hegi: Parking, WC.
Available at Winterthur Hegi: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Winterthur Hegi.
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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