The cheapest and fastest trains from Imola to Milan
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€27
Fastest journey
1 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 46 m
Trains per day
5
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 €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 5 trains that leave Imola for Milan on Tue, Mar 31, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 31 the direct trains cover the 234 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 14 m .
On Tue, Mar 31 the slowest trains will take 3 h 45 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.
04:56PM3h19Imola08:15PMMilan€211One-way0 transfers
02:00PM4h48Imola06:48PMMilan€211One-way0 transfers
06:16AM3h32Imola09:48AMMilan€211One-way0 transfers
11:00AM3h45Imola02:45PMMilan€231One-way0 transfers
09:06AM1h14Imola10:20AMMilan€471One-way0 transfers
09:06AM1h14Imola10:20AMMilan€471One-way0 transfers
08:00PM2h00Imola10:00PMMilan€571One-way0 transfers
04:56PM3h19Imola08:15PMMilan€211One-way0 transfers
06:16AM3h32Imola09:48AMMilan€211One-way0 transfers
11:00AM3h45Imola02:45PMMilan€231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. 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 €16, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 234 km
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€24 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Imola to Milan train times
The table below shows live departures for Imola to Milan trains for today, Monday, March 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TTPER 17552 · Regionale Veloce 3846 · Regionale TRENORD 2640 | 1:34 PM Imola station | 4h01 | 5:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 17502+ FRECCIAROSSA 9540 | 1:38 PM Imola station | 2h12 | 3:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17502 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 | 1:38 PM Imola station | 5h11 | 6:49 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 2480 | 2:00 PM Imola station | 3h31 | 5:31 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920+ Intercity 590 | 2:00 PM Imola station | 3h25 | 5:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9642 | 2:00 PM Imola station | 1h58 | 3:58 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 2480 | 2:00 PM Imola station | 3h49 | 5:49 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17506+ Intercity 610+ Regionale TRENORD 2642 | 2:08 PM Imola station | 4h27 | 6:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 17554+ FRECCIAROSSA 9544 | 2:34 PM Imola station | 2h16 | 4:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922+ FRECCIAROSSA 9320 | 3:00 PM Imola station | 1h54 | 4:54 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17510+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9646 | 3:08 PM Imola station | 1h52 | 5:00 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17556+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 3:34 PM Imola station | 2h16 | 5:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 | 3:56 PM Imola station | 3h23 | 7:19 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 | 3:56 PM Imola station | 2h49 | 6:45 PM Milan Rogoredo | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17558+ FRECCIAROSSA 9808 | 4:34 PM Imola station | 1h41 | 6:15 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926+ FRECCIAROSSA 9658 | 5:00 PM Imola station | 2h00 | 7:00 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2486 | 5:00 PM Imola station | 3h49 | 8:49 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17560+ FRECCIAROSSA 9660 | 5:34 PM Imola station | 1h56 | 7:30 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9662 | 6:00 PM Imola station | 2h00 | 8:00 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928+ Intercity 596 | 6:00 PM Imola station | 3h17 | 9:17 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 · Regionale 2296 | 6:00 PM Imola station | 3h26 | 9:26 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17452+ Intercity 614 | 6:16 PM Imola station | 3h24 | 9:40 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17562+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9560 | 6:34 PM Imola station | 2h16 | 8:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930+ FRECCIAROSSA 9668 | 7:00 PM Imola station | 2h00 | 9:00 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17564+ FRECCIAROSSA 8830 | 7:34 PM Imola station | 1h51 | 9:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:16 AM Imola | 3h32 | 9:48 AM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:06 AM Imola | 1h14 | 10:20 AM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Imola | 3h45 | 2:45 PM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Imola to Milan
Trains from Imola to Milan run on average 62 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 6 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 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 62 |
Direct trains 6 |
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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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.

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
- 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 - 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
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