How to travel from Milan to Innsbruck

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Milan to Innsbruck

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $46 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, while a train costs an average of $56.

Distance: 163 miles (263 km)

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Driving

$56

Average price

$46

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Cheapest

$141

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5h 38m

Average total duration

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5h 8m

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6h 4m

Average total duration

5h 34m

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5h 7m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Innsbruck is a bus with an average price of $46 (€37).

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

A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Innsbruck costing on average $56 (€46).

A bus is $441 (€356) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Innsbruck costing on average $487 (€393).

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Innsbruck is by train with an average journey time of 5h 38m.

Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 4m.

Flight takes on average 9h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Milan and Innsbruck including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Milan to Innsbruck among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $56 (€46) compared to roughly $141 (€114) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $84 (€68). The journey takes 5h 8m versus 5h 7m 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.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Milan to Innsbruck

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:50 PM5h35
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    10:25 PMInnsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    $451One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:50 PM5h35
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    10:25 PMInnsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    $451One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Austrian AirlinesOS524 · OS107
    3:00 PM3h10
    Milan Linate Airport
    6:10 PMInnsbruck Airport
    $8111One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2613+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 88
    6:25 AM6h07
    Milan Centrale
    12:32 PMInnsbruck Hbf
    $881One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2617+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 86
    8:25 AM6h07
    Milan Centrale
    2:32 PMInnsbruck Hbf
    $881One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2625+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 82
    12:25 PM6h07
    Milan Centrale
    6:32 PMInnsbruck Hbf
    $881One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:00 PM9h10
    Milano, Milan Linate Airport
    9:10 PMInnsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    $481One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:45 AM6h50
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    4:35 PMInnsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    $561One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:00 AM7h40
    Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)
    3:40 PMInnsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    $581One-way
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS522 · OS107
    10:25 AM7h45
    Milan Linate Airport
    6:10 PMInnsbruck Airport
    $8111One-way
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS530 · OS107
    7:00 AM11h10
    Milan Linate Airport
    6:10 PMInnsbruck Airport
    $8111One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Milan to Innsbruck

Travel to Innsbruck 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 Milan to Innsbruck.

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There are 3 options to travel between Milan and Innsbruck including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Innsbruck is a bus with an average price of $46 (€37).

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

A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Innsbruck costing on average $56 (€46).

A bus is $441 (€356) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Innsbruck costing on average $487 (€393).

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Innsbruck is by train with an average journey time of 5h 38m.

Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 4m.

Flight takes on average 9h 13m.

The distance from Milan to Innsbruck is approximately 163 miles (263 km).
The average frequency per day from Milan to Innsbruck is:
  • Around 28 trains per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 3 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Milan and Innsbruck 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 Milan to Innsbruck:
  • Flights mostly depart from Milan Linate Airport and arrive in Innsbruck Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Milan Centrale and arrive in Gossensaß Colle-Isarco.
  • Buses mostly depart from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano and arrive in Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Milan to Innsbruck, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Deutsche Bahn, Regionale, Frecciarossa, ÖBB | Nightjet, Italo to go to Innsbruck by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar to go to Innsbruck by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Milan to Innsbruck:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Milan to Innsbruck often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Munich, Salzburg, Zurich, Venice. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Innsbruck and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Innsbruck to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Innsbruck, you can visit Swarovski Crystal Worlds, an interactive museum and garden with crystal art installations, or the Innsbruck Alpine Zoo, one of Europe's highest zoos with alpine animals. Explore the vibrant Maria-Theresien-Strasse for shops, cafes, and historic sites. Take a guided tour of the Tyrolean State Museum to learn about regional history and culture. Enjoy a walk along the Inn River for scenic views. For must-see sights, visit the Golden Roof, the Nordkette Cable Car, Ambras Castle, Bergisel Ski Jump, and the Hofkirche.
To fully experience Innsbruck, including its historic sites, alpine attractions, and cultural offerings, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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