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Taking the train from Zurich Airport to Milan Central Station in 3 hours 29 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Zurich Airport to Milan Central Station? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 44 minutes to travel the 224 km from Zurich Airport to Milan Central Station by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 29 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 26 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You can travel with Trenitalia trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Zurich Airport to Milan Central Station start from $31.14 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Milan Central Station? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train schedule below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
Zurich Airport to Milan Central Station by train
It takes an average of 3h 44m to travel from Zurich Airport to Milan Central Station by train, over a distance of around 139 miles (224 km). There are normally 26 trains per day traveling from Zurich Airport to Milan Central Station and tickets for this journey start from $31.14 when you book in advance.
| First train | 5:38 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 10:45 pm | |
| Departure station | Zurich Airport | |
| Arrival station | Milan Central Station | |
| Journey time | From 3h 29m | |
| Distance | 139 miles (224 km) | |
| Frequency | 26 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $31.14 | |
| Train and bus operators | BlaBlaCar Bus, Trenitalia |
FAQs about the train journey from Zurich Airport to Milan Central Station
Want to know more about your journey from Zurich Airport to Milan Central Station? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Trenitalia trains from Zurich Airport to Milan Central Station
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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Trenitalia Eurocity classes from Zurich Airport to Milan Central Station
Compare the different travel classes offered by Trenitalia Eurocity when traveling from Zurich Airport to Milan Central Station.
Second Class
From spacious armchairs to power outlets and reading lights, you’ve got everything you need to enjoy your journey in EuroCity's Second Class.
- Seat reservation
- Power outlets
- Hanger
- Reading light
- Baggage storage
- Free WiFi
- Dining car
- More legroom
First Class
Start your journey by train and continue by bus to reach your destination. Enjoy some of the most beautiful Italian views on modern and comfortable buses.
- Seat reservation
- Power outlets
- Hanger
- Reading light
- Baggage storage
- Free WiFi
- Dining car
- More legroom
Onboard services on Trenitalia Eurocity
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Zurich Airport to Milan Central Station.
- You can take your bags on board Trenitalia's Eurocity trains free of charge.
- In most cases, there are no baggage size limits – you can even travel with musical instruments and sports equipment. You’ll just need to make sure that your baggage is compatible with the space available on board.
- You’ll find a Bar-Bistrò on Eurocity trains that are travelling between Italy, Switzerland and Germany.
- A minibar trolley service is also available – you can choose from a wide range of snacks and drinks.
Free WiFi is available on Eurocity Giruno trains.
Kids under 4 can travel for free if they're accompanied by an adult and don't occupy a seat.
Not all Eurocity trains allow you to take your bike on board – you’ll need to check in advance if you can travel with your bike. If that’s the case, you’ll need to buy a ticket and book your bike space before departure at the ticket office.
Guide and assistance dogs can travel for free and don't need a ticket.
All of Trenitalia’s Eurocity trains offer dedicated spaces to passengers with disabilities.
A quiet area (or Area Silenzio) is available on all Eurocity Giruno trains.
Cheap train tickets from Zurich Airport to Milan Central Station
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 Zurich Airport to Milan Central Station 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 guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
* Based on European average monthly visitors to Trainline’s app and website from 1.1.2023 to 10.31.2023 vs other independent retailers.