Taking the train from Venice to Milan
Travelling from Venice to Milan is easy, quick and comfortable when you take a high-speed Le Frecce service from Venezia (Venice) Santa Lucia station. You could also hop on an Italo train – a rival provider of high-speed trains on the Venice-Milan route. The fastest services reach Milan in just 2h 05m, with 26 direct services per day. The first train departs at 05:52 and the last train at 23:09, arriving into Milano (Milan) Centrale station. With plenty of services per day, you won’t have difficulty finding the right train to take you between Venice and Milan.
As you arrive into Milano Centrale, have a browse through the station's vast network of shops. From here, Milan’s iconic cathedral – referred to by the locals as Il Duomo – is accessible via an eight-minute ride on the metro. Alternatively, head to Santa Maria delle Grazie church, home to the original mural of Leonardo da Vinci’s ‘The Last Supper’. We’ve even written a handy guide for a weekend in Milan to help plan your trip.
Ready to travel? Compare ticket prices and train times using our Journey Planner above. We’ll show you the cheapest tickets and once you book, we’ll send them as a convenient eticket that you can print at home or keep handy on your phone. Or, read on for lots of useful journey information, including FAQs and train timetables.
Venice to Milan by train
Frecciarossa, Italo, Trenitalia and Frecciabianca trains from Venice to Milan
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Frecciabianca
Frecciarossa trains are Trenitalia's flagship high-speed trains capable of reaching speeds of up to 186 mph (300 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).
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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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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Frecciabianca trains operate outside Trenitalia high-speed lines. Offering more than 40 daily routes, they're capable of reaching a maximum speed of 125 mph (200 km/h). Frecciabianca trains connect the centres of northern and southern Italy, running along 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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Cheap train tickets from Venice to Milan
- lowest price found‡
- from€9.90
- 4 weeksin advance‡
- avg. single price€36.23
- 2 weeksin advance‡
- avg. single price€38.16
- on the day‡
- avg. single price€43.44
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Venice to Milan by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guide to check when European train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
Journey details
How long does the train from Venice to Milan take?
The average journey time by train between Venice and Milan is 3 hours and 56 minutes, with around 17 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What's the fastest journey time between Venice and Milan by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Venice to Milan is 2 hours and 15 minutes.
How much does the train from Venice to Milan cost?
Train tickets from Venice to Milan can start from as little as €9.90 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.
Is there a direct train from Venice to Milan?
Yes, it is possible to travel from Venice to Milan without having to change trains. There are 4 direct trains from Venice to Milan. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
What time does the first train from Venice to Milan leave?
The first train from Venice to Milan leaves at 05:17. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Venice to Milan leave?
The last train from Venice to Milan leaves at 21:17. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Venice and Milan by train?
Trains travelling from Venice to Milan cover a distance of around 152 miles (245 km) during the journey.
