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From high fashion to high peaks, a journey from Milan to Geneva certainly shouldn’t have a downside, and that’s precisely why you should make it by train! This scenic journey from city centre to city centre takes less than four hours, and with Trenitalia’s high-speed fleet offering you a comfy seat and different class options depending on your budget, why would you want to risk traffic jams or delayed flights when the train is so clearly the way to go?
Plus, with four direct trains a day delivering you to Geneva, the gorgeous natural surroundings will make you happy you chose the greener option, too.
Once you arrive into Geneva station, it’s just a 22-minute stroll to the iconic Geneva Water Fountain, stay around this area and enjoy a relaxing meal in one of the many restaurants that line this corner of Lake Geneva. See our FAQs below to learn all about this route before you travel!
First train | 07:10 | |
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Last train | 22:15 | |
Departure station | Milan | |
Arrival station | Geneva | |
Journey time | From 5h 41m | |
Distance | 155 miles (250 km) | |
Frequency | 11 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Price | From £33.99 | |
Train and bus operators | BlaBlaCar Bus, Trenitalia, Flixbus |
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.
From spacious armchairs to at-seat power sockets and reading lights, you’ve got everything you need to enjoy your journey in EuroCity's Second Class.
In addition to all the services available in Second Class, you’ll get to enjoy extra-wide and comfier seats, more legroom, and an at-seat catering service in EuroCity’s First Class:
Free WiFi is available on Eurocity Giruno trains.
Children 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.
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 to Geneva by booking early.§
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.
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!
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.