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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Milan
Cheapest price on Sep 23
€86
Average ticket price on Sep 23
€148
Fastest journey on Sep 23
12 h 41 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
13 h 17 m
Trains on Sep 23
2
Distance
726 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Milan will cost around €148 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €86.
It's difficult to get from Barcelona to Milan without transferring at least once.
8:14 AM13h53Barcelona10:07 PMMilan€861One-way1 transfer
9:26 AM12h41Barcelona10:07 PMMilan€2101One-way2 transfers
- 9:26 AM12h41Barcelona10:07 PMMilan€2101One-way2 transfers
- 8:14 AM13h53Barcelona10:07 PMMilan€861One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Barcelona to Milan
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €78 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.7 - 1.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €78, while a flight costs an average of €371.
Distance: 726 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
€81 Average price | €371 Average price | €78 Average price Cheapest | €84 Average price | €24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 20m Average total duration 9h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration Fastest 3h 56m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 15h 42m Average total duration 15h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24h 30m Average total duration 23h 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 10h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 2.2 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Milan:
A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Milan costing on average €81.
A bus is €6 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Barcelona to Milan costing on average €84.
A bus is €293 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Milan costing on average €371.
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 50m.
Bus takes on average 15h 12m.
Ferry takes on average 23h 30m.
Live departures
Barcelona to Milan train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Milan trains for today, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:31 PM Barcelona | 21h19 | 1:50 PM Milan | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, September 23 | |||||
| 8:14 AM Barcelona | 13h53 | 10:07 PM Milan | 1 transfer | |
| 9:26 AM Barcelona | 12h41 | 10:07 PM Milan | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Milan
Spain
Italy
Trains from Barcelona to Milan run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 11:27. The fastest train covers the 726 km distance in 9h 42m.
Distance 726 km |
Average train duration 9h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 42m |
First train 6:20 AM |
Last train 11:27 AM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: AVE, Trenitalia from Barcelona to Milan trainsAVE, Trenitalia trains will get you between Barcelona and Milan from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Barcelona to Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Milan by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barcelona to Milan
Most Barcelona to Milan trains use the Barcelona Sants to Milano Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Milan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barcelona station do trains to Milan leave from?
Getting to Barcelona Sants from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants train station facilities and services
Barcelona Sants has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald’s, Caffe di Fiore, Ars Café, Café de l'Estació, Café de l’Estació Deli, Lavazza, Como, Peter's, Tutti Frutti, Enrique Tomás, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
Which Milan station do trains from Barcelona arrive at?
Getting to Milano Centrale from Milan city centre
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale train station facilities and services
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
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