The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Milan
Cheapest price
€111
Average price
€123
Fastest journey
5 h 21 m
Average duration
5 h 27 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
250 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Milan will cost around €123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €111.
It's difficult to get from Geneva to Milan without transferring at least 3 times.
IC 1 715 | 715 · IC 2 873 | 873 · S 10 25775 | 25775
IC 1 715 | 715 · IC 2 873 | 873 · S 10 25775 | 25775
IR 15 2515 | 2515 · IC 21 671 | 671 · S 10 25773 | 25773
IR 15 2515 | 2515 · IC 21 671 | 671 · S 10 25773 | 25773
IR 90 30811 | 30811 · IC 5 515 | 515 · IC 2 869 | 869 · S 10 25771 | 25771
IR 90 30811 | 30811 · IC 5 515 | 515 · IC 2 869 | 869 · RE 80 25521 | 25521
IR 90 30813 | 30813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · IC 21 671 | 671 · RE 80 25523 | 25523
IR 90 30811 | 30811 · IC 5 515 | 515 · IC 2 869 | 869 · S 10 25771 | 25771
IR 90 30811 | 30811 · IC 5 515 | 515 · IC 2 869 | 869 · S 10 25771 | 25771
IR 90 30815 | 30815 · IC 5 519 | 519 · IC 2 873 | 873 · S 10 25775 | 25775Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Geneva to Milan
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a flight costs an average of €75.
Distance: 250 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€103 Average price | €38 Average price Cheapest | €284 Average price |
4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Geneva to Milan train times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Milan trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 90 30811 | 30811 · IC 5 515 | 515 · IC 2 869 | 869 · RE 80 25521 | 25521 | 7:05 AM Geneva station | 5h21 | 12:26 PM Chiasso station | 3 transfers | |
IR 90 30811 | 30811 · IC 5 515 | 515 · IC 2 869 | 869 · S 10 25771 | 25771 | 7:05 AM Geneva station | 5h31 | 12:36 PM Stabio station | 3 transfers | |
IR 90 30811 | 30811 · IC 5 515 | 515 · EC 15 | 15 | 7:05 AM Geneva station | 5h50 | 12:55 PM Chiasso station | 2 transfers | |
IR 90 30811 | 30811 · IC 5 515 | 515 · IC 2 869 | 869 · S 10 25771 | 25771 | 7:05 AM Geneva station | 5h31 | 12:36 PM Balerna station | 3 transfers | |
IC 903 | 903 · EC 151 | 151 | 7:35 AM Geneva station | 6h20 | 1:55 PM Chiasso station | 1 transfer | |
IR 15 2515 | 2515 · IC 21 671 | 671 · S 10 25773 | 25773 | 7:54 AM Geneva station | 5h42 | 1:36 PM Stabio station | 2 transfers | |
IR 15 2515 | 2515 · IC 21 671 | 671 · RE 80 25523 | 25523 | 7:54 AM Geneva station | 5h32 | 1:26 PM Chiasso station | 2 transfers | |
IR 15 2515 | 2515 · IC 21 671 | 671 · S 10 25773 | 25773 | 7:54 AM Geneva station | 5h42 | 1:36 PM Balerna station | 2 transfers | |
IR 90 30813 | 30813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · IC 21 671 | 671 · RE 80 25523 | 25523 | 8:05 AM Geneva station | 5h21 | 1:26 PM Chiasso station | 3 transfers | |
IR 90 30813 | 30813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · IC 21 671 | 671 · S 10 25773 | 25773 | 8:05 AM Geneva station | 5h31 | 1:36 PM Stabio station | 3 transfers | |
IR 90 30813 | 30813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · IC 21 671 | 671 · S 10 25773 | 25773 | 8:05 AM Geneva station | 5h31 | 1:36 PM Balerna station | 3 transfers | |
IR 90 30813 | 30813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · EC 151 | 151 | 8:05 AM Geneva station | 5h50 | 1:55 PM Chiasso station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 715 | 715 · IC 2 873 | 873 · S 10 25775 | 25775 | 8:31 AM Geneva station | 6h05 | 2:36 PM Balerna station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 715 | 715 · IC 2 873 | 873 · S 10 25775 | 25775 | 8:31 AM Geneva station | 6h05 | 2:36 PM Stabio station | 2 transfers | |
IR 90 30815 | 30815 · IC 5 519 | 519 · IC 2 873 | 873 · S 10 25775 | 25775 | 9:05 AM Geneva station | 5h31 | 2:36 PM Balerna station | 3 transfers | |
IR 90 30815 | 30815 · IC 5 519 | 519 · IC 2 873 | 873 · S 10 25775 | 25775 | 9:05 AM Geneva station | 5h31 | 2:36 PM Stabio station | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva to Milan
Trains from Geneva to Milan run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €83 but you can travel from only €21 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 250 km distance in 4h 23m.
Distance 250 km |
Average train duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €83 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 23m |
First train 00:08 |
Last train 22:38 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Geneva to Milan trainsTrenitalia, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Geneva and Milan from €21. 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 Geneva to Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Geneva, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Milan Centrale, located 2.3 miles (3.7 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Geneva to Milan
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rue de Lausanne.
- Restaurant du Parc des Bastions
- Café de la Gare
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Eden
- Hotel Mon Repos
- Hotel N'vY
- Located in the main hall
- 187 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional and international trains
- Tram: Line 15
- Bus: Lines 1, 11, 25, 28
- Train: SBB regional trains
- 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de Montbrillant.
- Le Bistrot de Charlotte
- Les Brasseurs
- La Matze Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Warwick Geneva
- Hotel Cornavin
- ibis Styles Genève Gare
- Cost CHF 10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 532 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to France, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 14, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Route de l'Aéroport.
- Le Chef Genève Aéroport
- Montreux Jazz Café
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva
- ibis Geneva Airport Hotel
- Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva
- Located in the main hall
- 190 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Geneva city center and other Swiss destinations
- Train: Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) connections to Geneva city center and other destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 15
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- 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.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
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