How to travel from Ancona to Milan

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Ancona to Milan

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ancona to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $39 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $39, while a flight costs an average of $370.

Distance: 248 miles (400 km)

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$39

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$49

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$370

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$136

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5h 14m

Average total duration

4h 44m

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5h 56m

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Ancona to Milan is a train with an average price of $39 (€32).

This is compared to other travel options from Ancona to Milan:

A train is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ancona to Milan costing on average $49 (€40).

A train is $331 (€271) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ancona to Milan costing on average $370 (€303).

The fastest way to travel from Ancona to Milan is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 20m.

Other travel options to Milan take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 14m.

Bus takes on average 5h 56m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Ancona and Milan including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Ancona to Milan among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 12m faster (4h 44m by train vs 4h 56m by car) and roughly $97 (€80) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($39 (€32) vs $136 (€111)). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Ancona to Milan

How to get from Ancona to Milan by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Ancona to Milan is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:20 AM7h15
    Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681
    2:35 PMMilano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)
    $341One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:20 AM7h15
    Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681
    2:35 PMMilano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)
    $341One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Danish Air TransportDX1712
    9:40 AM1h15
    Ancona Marche Airport
    10:55 AMMilan Linate Airport
    $1221One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 3902 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462
    4:45 AM6h00
    Ancona station
    10:45 AMMilan Centrale
    $421One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 3926 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2486
    4:45 PM6h00
    Ancona station
    10:45 PMMilan Centrale
    $421One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474
    10:45 AM6h00
    Ancona station
    4:45 PMMilan Centrale
    $421One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:45 PM7h14
    Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681
    11:59 PMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    $351One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:30 AM7h35
    Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681
    12:05 PMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    $401One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:20 AM6h05
    Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681
    1:25 PMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    $441One-way
    0 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4153 · Regionale 20475+ITAAZ2056
    9:05 AM11h05
    Ancona station
    8:10 PMMilan Linate Airport
    $1281One-way
    2 transfers
  • Danish Air TransportDX1714
    6:25 PM1h20
    Ancona Marche Airport
    7:45 PMMilan Linate Airport
    $1301One-way
    0 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale 4205 · Regionale Veloce 20797 · Regionale 20457+ITAAZ2056
    5:15 AM14h55
    Ancona station
    8:10 PMMilan Linate Airport
    $1311One-way
    3 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Ancona to Milan

Travel to Milan easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Ancona to Milan.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Ancona and Milan including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Ancona to Milan is a train with an average price of $39 (€32).

This is compared to other travel options from Ancona to Milan:

A train is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ancona to Milan costing on average $49 (€40).

A train is $331 (€271) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ancona to Milan costing on average $370 (€303).

The fastest way to travel from Ancona to Milan is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 20m.

Other travel options to Milan take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 14m.

Bus takes on average 5h 56m.

The distance from Ancona to Milan is approximately 248 miles (400 km).
The average frequency per day from Ancona to Milan is:
  • Around 41 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 6 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ancona and Milan as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ancona to Milan:
  • Flights mostly depart from Ancona Marche Airport and arrive in Milan Linate Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Ancona station and arrive in Milan Centrale.
  • Buses mostly depart from Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 and arrive in Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ancona to Milan, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Itabus, Ferrovie del Gargano to go to Milan by bus.
  • Travel with Frecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity Notte, Intercity to go to Milan by train.
  • Travel with Aeroitalia, Danish Air Transport to go to Milan by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Ancona to Milan with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Itabus.
  • 18 direct trains per day with Frecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity.
  • 0 direct flights per day with Aeroitalia.
Omio customers who travel from Ancona to Milan often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Rome, Venice, Como, Florence. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Milan and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Milan to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Milan, you can visit the iconic Duomo di Milano for its stunning Gothic architecture and panoramic views, explore Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper at the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie, and stroll through the historic Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II with its luxury boutiques. Discover the grand Sforza Castle, which houses various museums and art collections, and relax in the serene Sempione Park near the city center.
To fully experience Milan's key attractions, including the Duomo, The Last Supper, and shopping in the fashion district, plan for around 3 to 4 days.

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