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Ballenberg Freilichtmuseum
Living open-air museum of rural Swiss buildings, crafts and gardens near Brienz. Ideal for seeing traditional architecture and demonstrations in one place.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Brienz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Brienz will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 2 trains from Milan to Brienz, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 169 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 43 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.

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Trains from Milan to Brienz run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 19:05. The fastest train covers the 169 km distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 169 km |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 5:28 |
Last train 19:05 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
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The table below shows live departures for Milan to Brienz trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:10 Milan | 2h43 | 7:53 Brienz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:10 Milan | 2h43 | 8:53 Brienz | 0 changesdirect | |
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Living open-air museum of rural Swiss buildings, crafts and gardens near Brienz. Ideal for seeing traditional architecture and demonstrations in one place.
Museum dedicated to Swiss woodcarving in Brienz, a craft closely linked with the town. Visit for carved works, tools and local artistic history.
Working woodcarving school with exhibition spaces where visitors can discover Brienz carving traditions and current student work.
Historic lane of wooden chalets and flowered balconies in old Brienz. One of the village’s most charming walks and a favourite photo spot.
Famous ridge-top viewpoint reached by steam railway or hike. It offers sweeping views over Lake Brienz and the surrounding Bernese Alps.
Waterfall area descending to Lake Brienz through wooded paths and bridges. Popular for dramatic scenery and the nostalgic funicular approach.
Crisp potato rösti from the Bernese Oberland, often served as a side or topped with cheese, bacon or egg; a staple Swiss Alpine comfort dish.
A rich cheese fondue made with Swiss mountain cheeses and white wine, traditionally shared in cold weather and common across the Bernese region.
Melted Raclette cheese scraped over potatoes, pickles and onions; a classic Alpine meal enjoyed throughout central Switzerland and the Bernese Oberland.
Historic hotel restaurant with lake and mountain views, offering Swiss and seasonal cuisine in a more refined setting.
Well-known bakery and café for pastries, breads, light meals and coffee, suitable for breakfast or a quick lunch in Brienz.
Lakeside restaurant in Brienz known for Swiss classics, fish and seasonal dishes in a relaxed setting near the quay.
Brienz is costly even by Swiss standards, with high hotel rates, restaurant prices and rail or boat fares in peak season.
Service is usually included. Round up a few francs in restaurants, cafés and taxis for good service, but large tips are not expected.
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Brienz Bahnhof -> Brienz Dorfzentrum, Brienz
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Brienz 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 Brienz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to Brienz trains use the Milano Centrale to Brienz station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Brienz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage storage is 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.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
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.
Brienz 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 Lindenblüte, Restaurant Berghaus Rothorn Kulm
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Ticket office support is available at Brienz. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brienz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brienz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brienz: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brienz: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Brienzerburli, Grandhotel Giessbach, Hotel Weisses Kreuz.
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