How to travel from Milan to Sanremo

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Compare train and bus for Milan to Sanremo

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Sanremo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 51m. 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 train costs an average of €29, while a flight costs an average of €235.

Distance: 133 miles (215 km)

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€29

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€35

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4h 51m

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5h 45m

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The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Sanremo is a train with an average price of €29.

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

A train is €6 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan to Sanremo costing on average €35.

A train is €206 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Sanremo costing on average €235.

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Sanremo is by train with an average journey time of 4h 51m.

Other travel options to Sanremo take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 7m.

Bus takes on average 5h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Milan and Sanremo including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Milan to Sanremo among Omio's users.

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from Milan to Sanremo

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:20 PM4h10
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    4:30 PMSanremo, Piazza Cesare Battisti (Museo della Musica)
    €221One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:20 PM4h10
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    4:30 PMSanremo, Piazza Cesare Battisti (Museo della Musica)
    €221One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • IntercityIntercity 637
    11:10 AM3h30
    Milan Centrale
    2:40 PMSanremo station
    €331One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale 12390 · Regionale 12272
    12:25 PM5h01
    Milan Centrale
    5:26 PMSanremo station
    €251One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 12276
    2:25 PM5h01
    Milan Centrale
    7:26 PMSanremo station
    €251One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3017 · Regionale Veloce 3368
    8:38 AM5h10
    Milan Rogoredo
    1:48 PMSanremo station
    €251One-way
    1 transfer
  • Sindbad0
    3:45 PM5h00
    Milan
    8:45 PMSanremo
    €251One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:40 PM5h25
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    10:05 PMSanremo, Piazza Cesare Battisti (Museo della Musica)
    €421One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Milan to Sanremo

Travel to Sanremo 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 Sanremo.

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There are 2 options to travel between Milan and Sanremo including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Sanremo is a train with an average price of €29.

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

A train is €6 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan to Sanremo costing on average €35.

A train is €206 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Sanremo costing on average €235.

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Sanremo is by train with an average journey time of 4h 51m.

Other travel options to Sanremo take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 7m.

Bus takes on average 5h 45m.

The distance from Milan to Sanremo is approximately 133 miles (215 km).
The average frequency per day from Milan to Sanremo is:
  • Around 48 flights per day.
  • Around 20 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Milan to Sanremo:
  • Flights mostly depart from Milan Malpensa Airport and arrive in Nice Cote d'Azur Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Milan Centrale and arrive in Sanremo station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano and arrive in Sanremo, Piazza Cesare Battisti (Museo della Musica).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Milan to Sanremo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Intercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca, SNCF | Intercités de nuit to go to Sanremo by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Eurowings, Brussels Airlines, KLM, Air France, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Vueling, Air Baltic to go to Sanremo by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Sanremo by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Milan to Sanremo with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct trains per day with Intercity.
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Milan to Sanremo often also extend their vacation to go to Nice, Ventimiglia, Genoa, Monaco - Monte-Carlo, Turin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Sanremo and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Sanremo to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Sanremo, you can enjoy the Sanremo Music Festival at the Ariston Theatre, explore the historic La Pigna quarter, or try your luck at the Casino di Sanremo. Visit the Russian Orthodox Church and Villa Nobel for a cultural experience, or relax at the beaches. Don't miss the Sanremo Market for local delicacies and cycling along the scenic Riviera dei Fiori. The Gardens of Villa Ormond offer stunning sea views and exotic plants.
To fully experience Sanremo's beaches, historic sites, and local cuisine, plan for a 2 to 3-day visit.

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