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Taking the train from Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste in 5 hours 2 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste? We’ve got you covered.

It usually takes around 7 hours 26 minutes to travel the 244 miles (393 km) from Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 2 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 30 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.

Train tickets from Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to 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 Trieste? 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 timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.

Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste by train

First train

05:43

Last train

20:43

Departure station

Milan Malpensa Airport

Arrival station

Trieste

Journey time

From 5h 2m

Distance

244 miles (393 km)

Frequency

30 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train and bus operators

Flixbus

FAQs about the train journey from Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste

Want to know more about your journey from Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Trieste from Milan Malpensa Airport?

To travel to Trieste from Milan Malpensa Airport, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 7 hours and 26 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 5 hours and 2 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste?

Trains from Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste take an average of 7 hours and 26 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 5 hours and 2 minutes. You'll usually find 30 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Milan Malpensa Airport and Trieste by train?

The quickest journey time between Milan Malpensa Airport and Trieste by train is 5 hours and 2 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste?

No, there are no direct trains running from Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste train times

Check out the next trains departing from Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste for Tuesday 31st December 2024. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
09:5615:445h 48m, 3 changes
10:1316:446h 31m, 2 changes
10:4316:446h 1m, 2 changes
11:4317:375h 54m, 2 changes
12:1317:375h 24m, 2 changes
12:4318:275h 44m, 1 change
13:1318:275h 14m, 1 change
14:1319:445h 31m, 2 changes
14:4320:275h 44m, 1 change
15:1320:275h 14m, 1 change

Cheap train tickets from Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste

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 Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste 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.

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