Milan to Turin train with Frecciarossa

Trains from Milan to Turin

Turin is a very popular Italian destination, with around 70 train services available each day between Milan and Turin. Trains from Milan to Turin are relatively quick, taking between one hour (for high-speed trains) and two hours (for traditional trains) to complete the journey. 

Milan to Turin train time: daily departures

There are approximately 70 departures from Milan each day headed for Turin. The earliest departure sets off at around 5:15 a.m. and the last service departs around 11:15 p.m. During peak travel times in the mornings there are as many as five trains per hour. Throughout the rest of the day, an average of three trains leave on this route per hour.

How long is the journey by train from Milan to Turin?

Those journeys for which high-speed trains are used take around an hour to complete, with around 40 high-speed services operating throughout the day. Traditional trains are slower, with journey times of just under two hours.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Milan to Turin? 

Departure train station: Milan Central is the departure station for services on this route. The station is situated in the city's central area, close to amenities. It handles the highest volume of rail traffic in Europe and is well-equipped to serve its travellers. About two thirds of the trains to Turin depart from this station; the rest depart from Milan's Porta Garibaldi station - also a large and well-serviced facility. Services at both stations include waiting rooms, toilets, ATMs, food and drink outlets, shops and WiFi.

Arrival train station: all trains on this route arrive at Turin's Porta Nuova station, on the southern side of the city centre, and less than a mile from the centre itself. The station is well-equipped, with over 40 different stores, as well as public lounges and restaurants, and is well-serviced by public transport, including buses and taxis.

Which train companies travel from Milan to Turin?

Train companies Trenitalia and NTV operate trains from Milan to Turin.

Trenitalia: Milan to Turin

Trenitalia operates its high-speed service (Freccia Rossa) along this route, with 29 departures per day, taking an hour to complete the journey. It also operates its traditional trains, with 27 departures each day, taking about two hours to complete the route.

NTV Italo: Milan to Turin

NTV operates its Italo high-speed trains on this route, with 12 departures each day. The journey takes about an hour to complete. Italo journeys are less-expensive than Freccia Rossi journeys.

Milan to Turin trains: services on board

Trenitalia operates only first-class services on its traditional trains. On the high-speed trains, premium, business and executive options are available, with "executive"" being the highest level of service. NV Italo offers its prima and club executive options on this route; the latter offers a private lounge in addition to the standard reclining chairs and free WiFi.

Neither Trenitalia nor Italo has luggage restrictions. The norm is that each passenger has two suitcases and one item of hand luggage. Bicycles may be transported as luggage, but they must have their wheels removed and must be folded. Pets are allowed on both train services, as long as they are kept in a carrier of the prescribed specifications.

Services for the disabled and travellers with limited mobility are available and should be arranged prior to the departure date.

How to find cheap train tickets from Milan to Turin?

Travellers looking for cheaper tickets are advised to book online and in advance of their date of travel to secure the best deals. Being flexible on travel day and time of departure can also secure the best value tickets. If you have time to spare, be aware that the traditional and slower train is substantially cheaper than the high-speed options.