Trains from Rome to Milan
| Avg. journey time | 3h 34m |
| Trains per day | 32 |
| Fare range | €11.00 - €198.00 |
| Distance | 477km |
| Train operators |
| First train departs at | 00:11 |
| Last train departs at | 23:55 |
| Fastest route | 2h 52m |
| Changes | Direct |
Rome to Milan train times
Trenitalia, Frecciarossa, Italo and Frecciabianca trains from Rome to Milan
Trenitalia
Frecciarossa
Italo
Frecciabianca
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.
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Frecciarossa trains are Trenitalia's flagship high-speed trains capable of reaching speeds of up to 350 km/h. The "red arrow" trains are distinguished by their comfort, their ultra-modern design and their reduced impact on the environment. All Frecciarossa trains are equipped with a food carriage, a free WiFi connection and four levels of service – Standard, Premium (with drinks and welcome snacks served on arrival, as well as a morning newspaper), Business (with drinks and snacks, morning newspaper and larger seats) and Executive (with Fast Track, access to FrecciaClub lounges in train selected stations, and gourmet meals served to your seat).
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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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Frecciabianca trains operate outside Trenitalia high-speed lines. Offering more than 40 daily routes, they're capable of reaching a maximum speed of 200 km/h. Frecciabianca trains connect the centres of northern and southern Italy, especially on the Adriatic and Tyrrhenian coasts. All Frecciabianca trains have power sockets and large reclining seats, as well as ample space for luggage. There are two classes of service – First Class and Second Class. In First Class, customers can look forward to a welcome service with snacks and drinks and a morning newspaper.
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Rome to Milan train prices
Train tickets from Rome to Milan start at €10.90 if purchased from 3 to 6 months in advance. Prices for train journeys from Rome to Milan start at €57.53 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 Rome to Milan by train?
The average journey time between Rome and Milan is 3 hours and 34 minutes and the fastest journey time is 2 hours and 52 minutes. On an average weekday, there are 35 trains per day travelling from Rome to Milan. 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 Rome to Milan?
The first train from Rome to Milan departs at 00:11. The last train from Rome to Milan departs at 23:55. 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 Rome and Milan?
Yes, it is possible to travel from Rome to Milan without having to change trains. There are 32 direct trains from Rome to Milan. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.