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Cannes to Milan by train
From the glitz and glamour of Cannes to the fashion runways of Milan – connect from one fashion capital to another easily by rail.
Travel along the stunning French coastline and up to this cosmopolitan city directly, in little over five hours. With two suitcases included as part of your allowance, it’s handy for all those shops you’ll be hitting upon arrival!
Trains on this route are a combination of Trenitalia, SNCF and Thello services – the latter offering the only direct service on this route. All three companies ensure their trains are equipped with all the modern conveniences for a seamless transfer between these two locations. Enjoy free WiFi, wide comfortable seating and onboard food and drink along the way. As you pull into Milan Central station, you’ll find yourself perfectly located in the centre of the city for wherever your travels take you next. More details about the journey from Cannes to Milan by train, including train times and how to find cheap tickets can be found below.
Cannes to Milan by train
It takes an average of 8h 56m to travel from Cannes to Milan by train, over a distance of around 170 miles (274 km). There are normally 21 trains per day travelling from Cannes to Milan and tickets for this journey start from £27.65 when you book in advance.
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Cheap train tickets from Cannes to Milan
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 Cannes 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 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.