How to travel from Sanremo to Milan

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Sanremo to Milan

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Sanremo to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of lei162 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 50m. 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 lei162, while a flight costs an average of lei2666.

Distance: 133 miles (215 km)

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Driving

lei2666

Average price

lei162

Average price

Cheapest

lei191

Average price

lei401

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 13m

Average total duration

3h 13m

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2h 0m

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4h 50m

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4h 20m

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30m

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5h 28m

Average total duration

4h 58m

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30m

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3h 15m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.6 - 1.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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Regionale

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FlixBus

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

The cheapest way to travel from Sanremo to Milan is a train with an average price of lei162.

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

A train is lei28 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Sanremo to Milan costing on average lei191.

A train is lei2504 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sanremo to Milan costing on average lei2666.

The fastest way to travel from Sanremo to Milan is by train with an average journey time of 4h 50m.

Other travel options to Milan take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 13m.

Bus takes on average 5h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Sanremo and Milan including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Sanremo to Milan among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 2m sooner (3h 13m by flight vs 3h 15m by car). Tickets start at around lei2666 compared to roughly lei401 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Sanremo to Milan

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:15 PM4h10
    Sanremo, Piazza Cesare Battisti (Museo della Musica)
    6:25 PMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    lei1151One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:15 PM4h10
    Sanremo, Piazza Cesare Battisti (Museo della Musica)
    6:25 PMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    lei1151One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • IntercityIntercity 639
    7:23 PM3h32
    Sanremo station
    10:55 PMMilan Centrale
    lei1851One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3019
    5:24 AM4h11
    Sanremo station
    9:35 AMMilan Centrale
    lei1411One-way
    0 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale 12279 · Regionale Veloce 3047
    6:46 PM4h49
    Sanremo station
    11:35 PMMilan Centrale
    lei1411One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale 12275 · Regionale 12447 · Regionale Veloce 3044
    4:46 PM4h49
    Sanremo station
    9:35 PMMilan Centrale
    lei1411One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:10 PM5h55
    Sanremo, Piazza Cesare Battisti (Museo della Musica)
    12:05 AMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    lei1321One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:35 AM5h15
    Sanremo, Piazza Cesare Battisti (Museo della Musica)
    11:50 AMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    lei2411One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Sanremo 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 Sanremo to Milan.

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There are 3 options to travel between Sanremo and Milan including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Sanremo to Milan is a train with an average price of lei162.

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

A train is lei28 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Sanremo to Milan costing on average lei191.

A train is lei2504 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sanremo to Milan costing on average lei2666.

The fastest way to travel from Sanremo to Milan is by train with an average journey time of 4h 50m.

Other travel options to Milan take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 13m.

Bus takes on average 5h 28m.

The distance from Sanremo to Milan is approximately 133 miles (215 km).
The average frequency per day from Sanremo to Milan is:
  • Around 33 flights per day.
  • Around 22 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Sanremo 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 Sanremo to Milan:
  • Flights mostly depart from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport and arrive in Milan Malpensa Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Sanremo station and arrive in Milan Centrale.
  • Buses mostly depart from Sanremo, Piazza Cesare Battisti (Museo della Musica) and arrive in Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Sanremo to Milan, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Milan by bus.
  • Travel with Norwegian Air Shuttle, Vueling, KLM Cityhopper, KLM, Air France to go to Milan by flight.
  • Travel with Intercity, Regionale to go to Milan by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Sanremo to Milan with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 6 direct trains per day with Intercity, Regionale.
Omio customers who travel from Sanremo 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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