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Musée de la Ville
Town museum inside the old city, presenting Briançon's history, mountain life, and the story of its fortifications.
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£20
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
3 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
3 h 52 m
Trains on 20 Sept
7
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Briançon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Briançon will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 7 trains from Milan to Briançon, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 209 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 20 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Briançon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, while a flight costs an average of £358.
Distance: 209 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£17 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price | £358 Average Price | £75 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Briançon:
A train is £9 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Milan to Briançon costing on average £26.
A train is £341 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Briançon costing on average £358.
Other travel options to Briançon take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 17m.
Coach takes on average 3h 49m.
The journey is about 2m faster (3h 17m by train vs 3h 19m by car) and roughly £58 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£17 vs £75). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Briançon trains for tomorrow, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:15 Milan | 4h20 | 9:35 Briançon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:15 Milan | 4h20 | 10:35 Briançon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:53 Milan | 3h42 | 10:35 Briançon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:15 Milan | 4h20 | 13:35 Briançon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:10 Milan | 3h30 | 13:40 Briançon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:10 Milan | 3h30 | 14:40 Briançon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:10 Milan | 4h30 | 19:40 Briançon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Milan to Briançon run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 19:55. The fastest train covers the 209 km distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 209 km |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 5:11 |
Last train 19:55 |
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Discover the best of Briançon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Briançon trip today.
Town museum inside the old city, presenting Briançon's history, mountain life, and the story of its fortifications.
Interpretive visit space within Briançon's fortified heritage, explaining military engineering and urban development of the site.
Contemporary art centre with changing exhibitions in a historic military setting, blending heritage and current artistic work.
Briançon's historic upper town of ramparts, steep lanes, colourful houses, and landmark churches; ideal for walking and views.
Promenade beside the fortified walls, valued for panoramic views and an accessible way to appreciate the military landscape.
Main square in the old town, lined with historic buildings and a practical stop for exploring the fortified centre on foot.
A hearty Alpine gratin of potatoes, onions and Tomme cheese from the Hautes-Alpes, baked until golden; a classic mountain comfort dish.
Traditional potato gratin from nearby Gap and Briançon, layered with cream, garlic and local cheese; simple, rich and typical of the region.
Melted Alpine cheese served with charcuterie, potatoes and pickles. Common in mountain restaurants around Briançon and central to winter dining.
Cosy restaurant focused on French and Alpine cooking, suitable for a relaxed dinner with regional wines and seasonal dishes.
Traditional mountain restaurant serving Savoyard and Alpine specialities in a warm chalet-style setting near the old town.
Well-known casual address for pizzas, grills and regional dishes, with a lively atmosphere convenient for central Briançon.
Moderate for the French Alps: lodging can be pricey in ski season, but everyday dining and local transport are manageable versus larger resort towns.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service; round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
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Gare de Briançon -> Place du Général Éberlé, Briançon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Briançon 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 Briançon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to Briançon trains use the Milano Porta Garibaldi to Briançon station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Briançon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
Briançon is 1 km from Briançon city centre. Public transport options include:
Briançon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Margherita, McDonald's Briançon
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Ticket office support is available at Briançon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Briançon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Briançon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Briançon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Briançon: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de la Chaussée, Hôtel Edelweiss, Hôtel Vauban Briançon.
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