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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport to Milan Centrale
Cheapest price on Aug 29
$105
Average ticket price on Aug 29
$111
Fastest journey on Aug 29
2 h 54 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
2 h 54 m
Trains on Aug 29
22
Distance
224 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich Airport to Milan Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich Airport to Milan Centrale will cost around $111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $105.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 22 trains from Zurich Airport to Milan Centrale, including 22 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct trains cover the 224 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest trains will take 2 h 54 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 277:00 PM2h54Zug station9:54 PMMilan Centrale$1051One-way0 transfers- EuroCity 138:00 AM2h54Zug station10:54 AMMilan Centrale$1051One-way0 transfers
- EuroCity 256:00 PM2h54Zug station8:54 PMMilan Centrale$1051One-way0 transfers
- EuroCity 1234:00 PM2h54Zug station6:54 PMMilan Centrale$1051One-way0 transfers
- EuroCity 1511:00 PM2h54Zug station3:54 PMMilan Centrale$1051One-way0 transfers
- EuroCity 277:00 PM2h54Zug station9:54 PMMilan Centrale$1051One-way0 transfers
- EuroCity 138:00 AM2h54Zug station10:54 AMMilan Centrale$1051One-way0 transfers
- EuroCity 256:00 PM2h54Zug station8:54 PMMilan Centrale$1051One-way0 transfers
- EuroCity 1234:00 PM2h54Zug station6:54 PMMilan Centrale$1051One-way0 transfers
- EuroCity 1511:00 PM2h54Zug station3:54 PMMilan Centrale$1051One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Zurich Airport to Milan Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich Airport to Milan Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, while a flight costs an average of $163.
Distance: 139 miles (224 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$73 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $163 Average price | $126 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 52m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich Airport to Milan Centrale:
A bus is $45 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich Airport to Milan Centrale costing on average $73.
A bus is $135 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich Airport to Milan Centrale costing on average $163.
Other travel options to Milan Centrale take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 43m.
Flight takes on average 5h 52m.
The journey is about 18m faster (3h 27m by train vs 3h 45m by car) and roughly $53 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($73 vs $126). 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.
Live departures
Zurich Airport to Milan Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to Milan Centrale trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EuroCity 123 | 3:33 PM Zurich HB | 3h17 | 6:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 123 | 4:00 PM Zug station | 2h50 | 6:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 25 | 5:33 PM Zurich HB | 3h17 | 8:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 25 | 6:00 PM Zug station | 2h50 | 8:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 27 | 6:33 PM Zurich HB | 3h17 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 27 | 7:00 PM Zug station | 2h50 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 29 | 7:33 PM Zurich HB | 3h17 | 10:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 29 | 8:00 PM Zug station | 2h50 | 10:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
| EuroCity 11 | 6:33 AM Zurich HB | 3h21 | 9:54 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 11 | 7:00 AM Zug station | 2h54 | 9:54 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 13 | 7:33 AM Zurich HB | 3h21 | 10:54 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 13 | 8:00 AM Zug station | 2h54 | 10:54 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 301 | 8:33 AM Zurich HB | 3h21 | 11:54 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 301 | 9:00 AM Zug station | 2h54 | 11:54 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 15 | 9:33 AM Zurich HB | 3h21 | 12:54 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 15 | 10:00 AM Zug station | 2h54 | 12:54 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 19 | 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 3h21 | 2:54 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 19 | 12:00 PM Zug station | 2h54 | 2:54 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 151 | 12:33 PM Zurich HB | 3h21 | 3:54 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 151 | 1:00 PM Zug station | 2h54 | 3:54 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 21 | 1:33 PM Zurich HB | 3h21 | 4:54 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 21 | 2:00 PM Zug station | 2h54 | 4:54 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich Airport to Milan Centrale
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Trains from Zurich Airport to Milan Centrale run on average 19 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 but you can travel from only $14 by bus.
There are 19 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 139 miles (224 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 139 miles (224 km) |
Average train duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 19 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 6:00 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Trenitalia, DSB, SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich Airport to Milan Centrale trainsTrenitalia, DSB, SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich Airport and Milan Centrale from $14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Zurich Airport to Milan Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich Airport to Milan Centrale 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 Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich Airport to Milan Centrale
Most Zurich Airport to Milan Centrale trains use the Zürich HB to Milano Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich Airport and Milan Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Milano Centrale from Milan city centre
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
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