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About the train journey from Gijón to Milan
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The train from Gijón to Milan usually takes 25 hours 25 minutes on average to travel 743 miles (1196 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 25 hours 25 minutes. You can expect to find 1 train per day running on this popular route. As there aren’t any direct services running between Gijón and Milan, you’ll need to make 4 changes on your way to Milan. You can choose to travel with Renfe, SNCF or Trenitalia to get to Milan. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get the best train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Gijón to Milan in our Journey Planner. Just remember, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £288.66.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Milan, including FAQs, timetables with first and last train times and tips on booking cheap train tickets. If you’re ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.
Trains to Milan from Gijón
It takes an average of 25h 25m to travel from Gijón to Milan by train, over a distance of around 743 miles (1196 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Gijón to Milan and tickets for this journey start from £288.66 when you book in advance.
| First train | 20:25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:25 | |
| Departure station | Gijón | |
| Arrival station | Milan | |
| Journey time | From 25h 25m | |
| Distance | 743 miles (1196 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 4 changes | |
| Price | From £288.66 | |
| Train and bus operators | ALSA, Eurolines, BlaBlaBus, Italo, Renfe, Renfe-SNCF, SNCF, thello, Trenitalia |
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Renfe, Renfe-SNCF, Italo and SNCF trains from Gijón to Milan
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Renfe is the national train operator in Spain. It operates trains on the longest high-speed railway network in Europe, and the second-longest in the world. The country's major cities are linked up by the high-speed AVE and Avlo trains, while other long-distance routes are served by Altaria, Talgo, Alvia and Euromed trains. Renfe also operates cross-border services into neighbouring Portugal and France. Depending on which service you are travelling on, you'll usually find two classes on Renfe trains - Estándard (Standard Class) and Confort (First Class). Fare types range from the cheapest (but least flexible) Básico fare, to the more flexible Elige fares, to the Premium fare for seats in Confort carriages.
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Renfe-SNCF trains are the result of a collaboration between France and Spain to bring the two countries together via a network of high-speed trains. There are two comfort classes – Turista (or Second Class) and Preferente (or First Class). Both classes have power sockets and comfortable seating. Luggage security checks are in force at all Spanish stations before boarding. It's also advisable to travel with your identity card for border control.
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Italo is a high-speed train operator that runs services between many of the major cities across Italy. All Italo trains are modern, air conditioned, and have free WiFi available for all travellers. There are four comfort classes, or "ambiances", as Italo like to call them – Smart (the cheapest price), Comfort (with wider seats and extra legroom), Prima (with a welcome selection of food and drink, fast track boarding and extra space), and Executive Club (with all Prima services, extra-wide seats, access to Italo Club lounges and personal entertainment screens at your seat).
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SNCF is the national train operator of France. It operates all domestic trains and routes across France, as well as international services to Spain and Germany. There are three different types of domestic trains that operate under the SNCF banner – TGV (high-speed, full-service trains that connect the major cities in France), Intercités (usually a more frequent stopping service, but with all the amenities), and TER (regional train services with basic onboard facilities).
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Gijón to Milan?
If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.
1. Book in advance
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Buy a rail pass
4. Choose a slower or connecting train
5. Look out for train ticket sales and discounts
6. Take a night train
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.