The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Lecce
Cheapest price
€75
Average price
€113
Fastest journey
8 h 19 m
Average duration
8 h 31 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
925 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Lecce is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Lecce will cost around €113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €75.
Of the 17 trains that leave Milan for Lecce on Sat, May 16, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 16 the direct trains cover the 925 km distance in an average of 8 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 19 m .
On Sat, May 16 the slowest trains will take 8 h 49 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.
InterCityNotte 7559:50 PM11h40Milan Centrale9:30 AMLecce station€751One-way0 transfers
InterCityNotte 7659:15 PM12h47Milan Centrale10:02 AMLecce station€751One-way0 transfers
Intercity 6057:05 AM12h50Milan Centrale7:55 PMLecce station€891One-way0 transfers
Intercity 154510:00 AM12h10Milan Centrale10:10 PMLecce station€891One-way0 transfers
Intercity 60911:15 AM11h34Milan Centrale10:49 PMLecce station€891One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 880912:35 PM8h19Milan Centrale8:54 PMLecce station€1191One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 88132:35 PM8h23Milan Centrale10:58 PMLecce station€1191One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 88111:35 PM8h24Milan Centrale9:59 PMLecce station€1191One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 980510:13 AM8h39Milan Porta Garibaldi6:52 PMLecce station€1191One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 9547 · FRECCIAROSSA 88153:10 PM8h49Milan Centrale11:59 PMLecce station€1501One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Milan to Lecce
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Lecce among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a flight costs an average of €17.
Distance: 925 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€82 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest | €111 Average price |
11h 36m Average total duration 11h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 30m Average total duration 13h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | 2.8 - 5.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Milan to Lecce train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Lecce trains for today, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 603 | 5:10 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 11h41 | 4:51 PM Lecce station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 605 | 7:05 AM Milan Centrale | 12h14 | 7:19 PM Lecce station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9515 · FRECCIAROSSA 8801 | 7:10 AM Milan Centrale | 8h50 | 4:00 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 607 | 9:10 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 11h30 | 8:40 PM Lecce station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9805 | 10:13 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 8h39 | 6:52 PM Lecce station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 609 | 11:15 AM Milan Centrale | 11h34 | 10:49 PM Lecce station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8807+ Regionale Veloce 4429 | 11:35 AM Milan Centrale | 8h38 | 8:13 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8809 | 12:35 PM Milan Centrale | 8h19 | 8:54 PM Lecce station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8811 | 1:35 PM Milan Centrale | 8h24 | 9:59 PM Lecce station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 597 · Intercity 594+ InterCityNotte 789 | 1:48 PM Milan Centrale | 18h27 | 8:15 AM Lecce station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8813 | 2:35 PM Milan Centrale | 8h23 | 10:58 PM Lecce station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9547 · FRECCIAROSSA 8815 | 3:10 PM Milan Centrale | 8h49 | 11:59 PM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9809+ Regionale 4445 | 3:35 PM Milan Centrale | 9h20 | 12:55 AM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9681+ InterCityNotte 789 | 8:35 PM Milan Centrale | 11h40 | 8:15 AM Lecce station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Lecce
Trains from Milan to Lecce run on average 17 times per day, taking around 11h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €37 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 925 km distance in 8h 21m.
Distance 925 km |
Average train duration 11h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 8h 21m |
First train 4:35 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Frecciargento from Milan to Lecce trainsIntercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Frecciargento trains will get you between Milan and Lecce from €14. 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 Milan to Lecce
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Lecce 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 Lecce, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milan to Lecce
- 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
- 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, accessible from the main road.
- Alibi Creative Club
- Osteria degli Spiriti
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hilton Garden Inn Lecce
- Patria Palace Hotel
- Risorgimento Resort
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and intercity destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional train connections
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