The cheapest and fastest trains from Genoa to Milan
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
46
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Genoa to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Genoa to Milan will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 46 trains that leave Genoa for Milan every day 46 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 119 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 31 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.
Regionale Veloce 3047
Regionale Veloce 3019
Regionale Veloce 3028
Regionale Veloce 3016
Regionale Veloce 3042
Intercity 652
Intercity 653
FRECCIAROSSA 9710
Regionale Veloce 3019
Intercity 680Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Genoa to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 119 km
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Live departures
Genoa to Milan train times
The table below shows live departures for Genoa to Milan trains for today, Saturday 10 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 1539 | 14:20 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h38 | 15:58 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3038 | 16:02 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h53 | 17:55 Milan Rogoredo | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3079 | 16:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h54 | 18:38 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3079 | 16:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h37 | 18:21 Milan Rogoredo | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 680 | 17:18 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h31 | 18:49 Milan Rogoredo | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 680 | 17:18 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h45 | 19:03 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3042 | 17:51 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h04 | 19:55 Milan Rogoredo | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8620 | 18:03 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h37 | 19:40 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3044 | 18:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h37 | 20:21 Milan Rogoredo | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3044 | 18:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h54 | 20:38 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3046 | 20:02 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h53 | 21:55 Milan Rogoredo | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 639 | 20:22 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h36 | 21:58 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3047 | 20:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h54 | 22:38 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3047 | 20:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h37 | 22:21 Milan Rogoredo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 11 January | |||||
Regionale Veloce 3016 | 04:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h37 | 06:21 Milan Rogoredo | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3016 | 04:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h54 | 06:38 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
9998 | 05:05 Genoa Brignole | 2h18 | 07:23 Milan Rogoredo | 0 changesdirect | |
9998 | 05:05 Genoa Brignole | 2h00 | 07:05 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
9998 | 05:12 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h53 | 07:05 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 652 | 05:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h29 | 07:13 Milan Rogoredo | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 652 | 05:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h44 | 07:28 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3018 | 05:53 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h02 | 07:55 Milan Rogoredo | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9710 | 06:05 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h30 | 07:35 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 653 | 06:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h30 | 07:49 Milan Rogoredo | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 653 | 06:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h44 | 08:03 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3019 | 06:50 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h31 | 08:21 Milan Rogoredo | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3019 | 06:50 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h48 | 08:38 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 658 | 07:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h44 | 09:03 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 662 | 08:18 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h40 | 09:58 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3026 | 10:02 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h53 | 11:55 Milan Rogoredo | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 631 | 10:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h39 | 11:58 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3028 | 10:42 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h56 | 12:38 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3028 | 10:42 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h39 | 12:21 Milan Rogoredo | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 666 | 11:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h39 | 12:58 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3030 | 12:02 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h53 | 13:55 Milan Rogoredo | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 745 | 12:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h39 | 13:58 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3071 | 12:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h54 | 14:38 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3071 | 12:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h37 | 14:21 Milan Rogoredo | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 670 | 13:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h39 | 14:58 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3034 | 14:02 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h53 | 15:55 Milan Rogoredo | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Genoa to Milan
Trains from Genoa to Milan run on average 30 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 22 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:14. The fastest train covers the 119 km distance in 1h 43m.
Distance 119 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 30 |
Direct trains 22 |
Fastest train 1h 43m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:14 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Italo, Frecciarossa, Trenitalia from Genoa to Milan trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Italo, Frecciarossa, Trenitalia trains will get you between Genoa and Milan from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trenitalia
Trains from Genoa to Milan
Genoa and Milan are two of the most visited cities in Italy, partly due to the ease of travel between both. Trenitalia runs multiple direct trains throughout the day, with services starting before 6:00 a.m. and finishing just before 10:00 p.m. There is at least one train departing Genoa every hour, and at certain times of the day (early afternoon and evening) there are two trains per hour. Most trains take 1 hour and 30 minutes to complete the journey. Trains leave from Genova Piazza Principe station, a centrally located transportation hub that is very close to museums, hotels, shops, and the historic centre. The arrival station is Milano Centrale, which is connected with the rest of the city via underground, buses, and trams.
FAQs: Genoa to Milan train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Genoa 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
Important Stations and Airports in Genoa and Milan
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazza Acquaverde.
- Ristorante Salgari
- Trattoria dell'Acciughetta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Continental Genova
- Grand Hotel Savoia
- Hotel Britannia
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-10 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: platforms 11-20 for local and suburban trains
- Hall 3: metro and bus connections
- Metro: Line 1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 3
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazza Verdi.
- Ristorante Pizzeria da Toto
- Trattoria Rosmarino
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Bristol Palace
- NH Genova Centro
- Best Western Hotel Moderno Verdi
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 4-6 for intercity trains
- Hall 3: platform 7-9 for high-speed trains
- Metro: Line M
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 12
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for both short-term and long-term parking.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Lo Scalo
- Trattoria La Ruota
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Esperia
- Hotel Villa Pagoda
- Hotel Astor
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Train: Regional trains to Genova Brignole and beyond
- 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
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