Trains from Milan to Paris
| Avg. journey time | 8h 55m |
| Trains per day | 4 |
| Fare range | €20.00 - €446.00 |
| Distance | 639km |
| Train operators | SNCF, |
| First train departs at | 06:00 |
| Last train departs at | 23:10 |
| Fastest route | 7h 04m |
| Changes | Direct |
Milan to Paris train times
Thello, SNCF and TGV trains from Milan to Paris
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Thello, part of the Trenitalia Group, is an international railway service that connects France and Italy. Thello trains provide direct connections between Paris and Venice via Dijon, and Marseille and Milan via Nice. Trains between Paris and Venice are night/sleeper trains with three service levels. Choose either Standard shared berth compartments (4-6 berth), a standard bed cabin (1-3 people) which includes a welcome drink, breakfast, bed furnishings and a toiletry set, or treat yourself to a premium cabin (1-2 people) which feature a private bathroom with sink, shower and WC. Trains between Marseille and Milan offer Standard Class seating, as well as First Class, which has wider reclining seats for extra comfort.
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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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TGV is the high-speed train service of the SNCF company. It connects the major cities of France at speeds of up to 320 km/h. All TGV trains are equipped with a food carriage, a free WiFi connection, power sockets and removable shelves. Two comfort classes are offered – First Class and Second Class, with more flexible train tickets and access to the Grand Voyageur lounge in some stations.
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Milan to Paris train prices
Train tickets from Milan to Paris start at €20.30 if purchased from 3 to 6 months in advance. Prices for train journeys from Milan to Paris start at €138.95 when you book at least 28 days in advance.** Tickets usually go on sale 3 months in advance, yet in some rare cases this can be up to 6 months. For more precise information on when you can book your tickets or whether there are any promotional sales, click here.
How long does it take to travel from Milan to Paris by train?
The average journey time between Milan and Paris is 8 hours and 55 minutes and the fastest journey time is 7 hours and 4 minutes. On an average weekday, there are 17 trains per day travelling from Milan to Paris. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use our journey planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What time is the first and last train of the day from Milan to Paris?
The first train from Milan to Paris departs at 06:00. The last train from Milan to Paris departs at 23:10. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services. Alternatively, some popular routes may run throughout the night at a reduced frequency. There may also be less services on weekends and holidays; use our journey planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Are there direct train services between Milan and Paris?
Yes, it is possible to travel from Milan to Paris without having to change trains. There are 4 direct trains from Milan to Paris. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.