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Good news! You can now travel from Paris to Milan on a high-speed Frecciarossa train operated by Trenitalia. Frecciarossa 1000 trains run between Paris Gare de Lyon and Milan Central station and call at Lyon Part Dieu and Torino Porta Susa too. Tickets start from €29 in Standard Class.
What’s more, you can enjoy plenty of amenities on board, including comfy seats, free WiFi, reading lights, at-seat power sockets, and lots of luggage space.
Train 9281 | Train 9287 | |
07:26 | 15:18 | Paris Gare de Lyon |
09:20 | 17:14 | Lyon Part-Dieu |
13:18 | 21:18 | Turin Porta susa |
14:07 | 22:07 | Milan Centrale |
You can also travel on a high-speed TGV train for all or part of your journey from Paris to Milan. This modern train offers comfortable seating, lots of space for luggage and WiFi to keep you connected along the way.
To help you get the best train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Paris to Milan in our Journey Planner at the top of the page. Just remember, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save. If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for timetables, tips on finding cheap train tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times from Paris to Milan. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today.
First train | 06:45 | |
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Last train | 20:25 | |
Departure station | Paris | |
Arrival station | Milan | |
Journey time | From 6h 50m | |
Distance | 397 miles (639 km) | |
Frequency | 21 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £26.46 | |
Train and bus operators | Autolinee Federico, Autostradale, BlaBlaCar Bus, SBB CFF FFS, Flixbus, Itabus, Marino, Regiojet, SNCF, SNCF Voyageurs, TGV Lyria, Trenitalia |
TGV is the high-speed train service of the SNCF company. It connects the major cities of France at speeds of up to 200 mph (320 km/h). All TGV trains are equipped with a food carriage, a free WiFi connection, power sockets and fold-down tables. Two comfort classes are offered – First Class and Second Class, with flexible fare options available and access to the Grand Voyageur lounge in some stations.
Trenitalia is the national railway company of Italy, with a fleet including high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca), Intercity and Intercity night trains and regional trains. Trenitalia offers discounts and special promotions on selected routes, two types of discounted tickets for young people under 30 and people over 60.
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).
TGV Lyria links France to Switzerland and can travel at a maximum speed of 200 mph (320 km/h). Resulting from the collaboration between SNCF and SBB, TGV Lyria has three comfort classes on all trains. Standard (equivalent to the Second Class TGV, with comfortable seats), Standard 1ère (with more legroom and access to the SNCF show Grand Voyageur at the Gare de Lyon in Paris) and Business 1ère (available all week except Saturday, on some lines only).
In Second Class, TGV INOUI allows you to travel comfortably while enjoying the onboard services, such as free WiFi, power sockets and more.
Want to travel in style? Upgrade to First Class and you’ll enjoy all the benefits of Second Class as well as some additional perks.
TGV Lyria’s Standard Class offers comfortable seats and access to the dining car, perfect for an economical trip in comfort.
When travelling in Première with TGV Lyria, you will have additional legroom, the comfort of a first-class seat, as well as food sold at your seat.
If you prefer to travel in style, upgrade to Première Signature class and enjoy a welcome drink, a meal on board and much more.
Although Low Cost is the cheapest option offered by RegioJet, this class boasts a variety of free services, including WiFi, newspapers and an entertainment platform.
In addition to the amenities of the Economy class, you will also enjoy Italian coffee, complimentary tea and juice, power sockets and adjustable seats.
In the Relax class, you’ll take advantage of all the amenities in Standard and Low-Cost, as well as large fold-down tables, comfy leather seats and individual seating.
Travel in RegioJet’s Business class for a premium experience. During your journey, you can rest or work quietly in the quiet carriage and enjoy spacious seats.
Take advantage of the restaurant carriage which offers a menu made of high-quality produce. Travelling with kids? Choose your seats in the dedicated Family Zone.
In First Class, you'll get to travel in comfortable seats, enjoy free WiFi, as well as more space for your luggage and individual plug sockets (German + Swiss).
What luggage limits are there? | On board TGV INOUI trains, you can take up to 2 pieces of luggage measuring no more than 70 x 90 x 50 cm, plus one hand luggage measuring no more than 40 x 30 x 15 cm. If you are bringing an XL baggage (maximum 90 x 130 cm), it will replace one of the two 70 x 90 x 50 cm pieces of luggage authorised. All your luggage must be labelled before entering the train. |
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What food and drink is available? | All TGV INOUI trains are equipped with a café-bar carriage offering a range of food and drink to suit you at any time of day. The Bar is always situated in carriage 4 or 14 of the train. There's a range of local and responsibly sourced products on offer to whet your appetite. |
What onboard entertainment is available? | TGV INOUI trains have free WiFi on board for you to use throughout your journey, allowing you to stay connected, reply to emails or even relax and enjoy what's offered on the TGV INOUI entertainment portal. |
What facilities are there for travel with children? | Children under 12 can get a half price ticket on TGV INOUI trains. Children under 4 travel free when they travel on your lap. |
Can I bring a bike on board? | If you've got a foldable bicycle, you can take it on the train as hand luggage, so long as it's no larger than 130 x 90 cm once folded. Or, if you can dismantle your bike, you can transport it in a cover or case no larger than 130 x 90 cm. You can still travel with a bike that cannot be folded or dismantled - you'll need to reserve a bike space on the train when you buy your ticket. Bike tickets cost €10 per bike, per journey. |
Can I bring pets on board? | Small pets are allowed on board TGV INOUI trains provided they weigh less than 10kg. They must travel in a carrier no larger than 45 x 30 x 25 cm. Tickets for small pets cost €7. Larger dogs can also travel on TGV INOUI services, provided they are wearing a muzzle and are kept on a lead. Tickets for larger dogs cost €20. Guide dogs and assistance dogs travel free of charge on all SNCF trains. |
What special assistance is available? | For disabled passengers or those with reduced mobility, you can request assistance through 'Accès Plus'. With this service, a member of staff will meet you at the station and help you get to your seat on the train. To book assistance, contact Accès Plus after you book your tickets (and no later than 48 hours before your train is due to depart). |
What luggage limits are there? | You can take luggage on board TGV Lyria trains without worrying about weight restrictions, so long as you're able to carry it yourself. |
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What food and drink is available? | There are two refreshment options on board TGV Lyria trains: Le Bistrot: Available in the café-bar carriage or at your seat, with a Standard or Première TGV Lyria ticket. |
What onboard entertainment is available? | Free WiFi is available on board. To get online, connect to the network _WIFI_LYRIA when you're on the train and go to the TGV Lyria Portal in your browser. |
What facilities are there for travel with children? | Families can reserve two different areas on the train: The Family Square, located in carriages 6, 16, 7 or 17 in Standard (Second Class). This is a set of four seats facing one another, with space for a pushchair. You will also find baby changing facilities, including a baby changing table on the upper deck of carriages 7 and 17, and the lower deck of carriages 1 and 11.
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Can I bring a bike on board? | Bikes are allowed on board, so long as they're folded or their wheels are detached. Bikes must also be placed in suitable storage cases (no larger than 130 x 90 cm). |
Can I bring pets on board? | Small pets may travel with TGV Lyria, as long as they are carried in a carrier or container no larger than 45 x 30 x 25 cm. Pets must be placed on your lap or by your feet and must travel with their own ticket at a flat rate of €7. Dogs on a lead may travel on TGV Lyria trains, but they must be muzzled throughout the journey and placed by your feet. Passengers must pay a flat-rate ticket fee of €20. |
What special assistance is available? | 2 seats in carriages 1 or 11 in First Class are reserved for passengers with reduced mobility. You can request one of these seats when making your booking. If these spaces are no longer available, you can reserve a standard seat. You can also reserve assistance at the train station for help folding and storing your wheelchair. |
What else do I need to know? | You can travel with musical instruments if they're stored in a case no larger than 130 x 90 cm. If you're going skiing, snowboards and skis are allowed on board (one pair of skis or one snowboard per person). They must be stored in their covers. |
What luggage limits are there? | There are no weight limits when it comes to luggage on Regiojet trains - you can take what you like, so long as you can carry it by yourself. |
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What food and drink is available? | Choose from a wide range of drinks, snacks and light bites on board - you'll find the full menu on the Regiojet app. A free bottle of water is available for all customers. For passengers travelling with Relax or Business Class tickets, you'll also be offered a free Italian coffee or mint tea (made with real mint leaves) when on board. |
What onboard entertainment is available? | Free WiFi is available on board. You can access the entertainment portal using the Regiojet app, or through the built-in screens on more modern Regiojet trains. |
What facilities are there for travel with children? | Pushchairs should be folded up to be taken on board. If this isn't possible, you must store your pushchair at the front or back of the carriage. |
Can I bring a bike on board? | Bicycles cannot be transported on Regiojet trains. |
Can I bring pets on board? | It's possible to bring small pets on board Regiojet trains in suitable carriers. Pets are not allowed in sleeper carriages or couchettes. Guide dogs of all sizes are permitted on board. |
What special assistance is available? | Dedicated wheelchair spaces are available on Regiojet trains. |
What luggage limits are there? | You can take as much luggage as you want on SBB Intercity trains, provided that it fits in the luggage racks provided. |
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What food and drink is available? | Many SBB Intercity trains will have a restaurant or bistro carriage so you can buy food and drink throughout your journey. You may be able to sit at a table in the restaurant carriage or take your meal back to your seat. |
What onboard entertainment is available? | There are plug sockets on SBB trains. You can also enjoy free WiFi on Intercity trains via the SBB FreeSurf portal. |
What facilities are there for travel with children? | There is pushchair storage available on the train, as well as a baby changing toilet onboard. On Intercity trains, there is also a dedicated family carriage. |
Can I bring a bike on board? | You can take your bicycle onboard SBB Intercity trains. Between 21st March and 31st October, it's compulsory to reserve a bike space on some Intercity trains. You must also buy a ticket for your bike at a ticket office, ticket machine or online. |
Can I bring pets on board? | Dogs under 30cm in height can travel for free if they're in a carrier and placed under your seat. Larger dogs can travel with you if you buy a Dog Day Pass for CHF 25, which can be purchased at a ticket office, at a ticket machine, online or on the SBB app. The pass is valid for a day on trains, ships, trams and buses in most Swiss cities. |
What special assistance is available? | SBB Intercity trains have priority seats for passengers with reduced mobility, as well as a wheelchair-accessible toilet. |
What else do I need to know? | There is a Business Zone and a Quiet Zone in First Class on SBB Intercity trains. |
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Due to a landslide reported in the French Alps on 27th August, several railway lines have been interrupted between Italy and France.
All trains between Paris and Milan will be suspended for several weeks, however the exact date when services will resume has not been confirmed yet.
Trenitalia trains between Paris and Lyon will be suspended from 4th September, for an unknown period. If you’re travelling on this route, TGV INOUI and OUIGO trains will continue to run as normal.
The following Frecciarossa trains operating between Milan and Paris will not run until further notice:
Planning to take a Frecciarossa train from Paris to Milan? You can choose to travel in Standard, Business or Executive Class – they all come with free WiFi and plenty of space to store your luggage.
Frecciarossa Standard Class corresponds to SNCF’s Second Class and offers high-quality services, but at a cheaper price.
Free WiFi | ✔ |
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Ample luggage space | ✔ |
Reclining chairs | ✔ |
Power sockets | ✔ |
Ideal for those who travel for work between Paris and Milan, Frecciarossa Business offers all the perks of Standard Class, as well as larger leather reclining seats, a welcome service with complimentary snacks and drinks and glass dividers for more privacy.
Large leather recliners | ✔ |
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Large luggage area | ✔ |
Welcome service with complimentary snacks and drinks | ✔ |
Glass dividers between seats | ✔ |
On Frecciarossa trains from Paris to Milan, both the Standard and Business Class come with two areas, Silenzio and Allegro. If you want to enjoy some tranquillity, watch a TV series, or focus on some work, travel in the Silenzio area. Alternatively, head to the Allegro area if you want to chat with your friends, keep your kids busy or work as a team without worrying about disturbing the other passengers.
Enjoy unparalleled comfort and a unique travel experience in Frecciarossa Executive Class. For maximum comfort, you can adjust the backrest and footrests of the large leather seats, as well as rotate your seat for more privacy. You’ll also enjoy a tasty Italian meal served at your seat.
Unlike Business Class, Executive Class does not have a quiet carriage like the Silenzio area, however it includes a meeting room. With five seats, power sockets and a flat screen that can be connected to your laptop, the meeting room is perfect if you need to attend a work meeting during your trip.
Adjustable leather seats and footrests | ✔ |
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Complimentary meal served to your seat | ✔ |
Meeting room | ✔ |
From free WiFi to luggage allowance and food on board, learn more about all the services you can find on Frecciarossa trains from Paris to Milan.
On the route from Paris to Milan, both Frecciarossa and TGV trains depart from Paris Gare de Lyon station. While Frecciarossa trains arrive at Milan Central station, TGV trains arrive at Milano Porta Garibaldi station.
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