The cheapest and fastest trains from Imola to Milan
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
3 h 19 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Imola to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Imola to Milan will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 1 trains that leave Imola for Milan on Sat, Nov 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 15 the direct trains cover the 234 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 19 m .
On Sat, Nov 15 the slowest trains will take 3 h 19 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Imola to Milan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Imola to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 19m. 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 train costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €86.
Distance: 234 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€23 Average price Cheapest | €39 Average price | €182 Average price |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 52m Average total duration 9h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Imola to Milan train times
The table below shows live departures for Imola to Milan trains for tomorrow, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:56 PM Imola | 3h19 | 7:15 PM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Imola to Milan
Trains from Imola to Milan run on average 59 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:11, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 234 km distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 234 km |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 59 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 01:11 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo from Imola to Milan trainsRegionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo trains will get you between Imola and Milan from €15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Frecciarossa
Intercity
Italo
FAQs: Trains from Imola to Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Imola 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 Imola, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 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 Imola to Milan
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Piazzale Marabini.
- Ristorante San Domenico
- Osteria del Teatro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Donatello Imola
- Hotel Olimpia
- Euro Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Caffeteria Panni Caldi
- Princi
- Burgez
- Bricco Café
- U! Come tu mi vuoi
- Autogrill
- Culto
- Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
- Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova
- AC Hotel by Marriott Milano
- Tocq Hotel
- Metro lines: M2, M5
- Bus lines: 43, 56, 70, 94
- Train lines: R21, R31, S1, S11, S2, S5, S7, S8
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Via G Battista Cassinis.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro
- Osteria La Piola
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Starhotels Business Palace
- Hotel Mistral
- Hotel Brenta Milano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and high-speed services
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via Roberto Cozzi.
- Ristorante Greco
- Osteria della Stazione
- Outside the main entrance.
- €1
- Hotel Greco
- Hotel Gala
- Novotel Milano Nord Ca Granda
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and suburban destinations
- Metro: Line M5
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 7
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several parking lots in the vicinity.
- Trattoria Casa Fontana
- Osteria del Treno
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Sunflower
- Hotel Valganna
- Hotel Ares Milano
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and suburban trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Lines 82, 92
- Tram: Line 2
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with access from Via Rombon.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Girasole
- Osteria Lambrate
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- MEININGER Milano Lambrate
- Hotel Gamma
- Hotel Lugano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 19
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, accessible from Viale Enrico Forlanini.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Mistral
- Hotel Molise 2
- Hotel Del Sud
- Free
- The station is a single-level structure with two platforms serving suburban and regional trains.
- Tram: Line 27
- Bus: Several lines available including Line 73 to Linate Airport
- Train: S9 suburban line
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Hotel MM Dateo
- Hotel Dateo Milano
- Free
- The station is underground with two main platforms for the Milan Passante railway.
- Metro: Line S1, Line S2
- Bus: Several lines available
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