The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport to Milan Centrale
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Trains per day
4
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 $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 4 trains that leave Zurich Airport for Milan Centrale on Mon, Nov 24, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 24 the direct trains cover the 224 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Mon, Nov 24 the slowest trains will take 3 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.








Travel Information
Compare train, bus, 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 prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €60.
Distance: 139 miles (224 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€64 Average price | €51 Average price Cheapest | €202 Average price |
3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich Airport to Milan Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to Milan Centrale trains for tomorrow, Monday, November 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:00 PM Zurich Airport | 2h50 | 2:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Zurich Airport | 2h53 | 6:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:33 PM Zurich Airport | 3h17 | 8:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Zurich Airport | 2h50 | 8:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich Airport to Milan Centrale
Trains from Zurich Airport to Milan Centrale run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€33) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 19:00. The fastest train covers the 139 miles (224 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 139 miles (224 km) |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€33) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 07:00 |
Last train 19:00 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich Airport to Milan Centrale trainsTrenitalia, SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich Airport and Milan Centrale from $25 (€20). 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
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- 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.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
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