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Museo di Forte Montecchio Nord
Museum inside Forte Montecchio Nord presenting artillery, military life and the fort’s original machinery. Ideal for understanding local First World War history.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 26 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 26 m
Trains on 18 Sept
34
Distance
76 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Colico is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Colico will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 34 trains from Milan to Colico, including 17 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 26 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 TRENORD 2818 · Regionale TRENORD 10318
Regionale TRENORD 2840 · Autobus TRENORD 1380A
Regionale TRENORD 2816 · Regionale TRENORD 10316
Regionale TRENORD 2812
Regionale TRENORD 2834
Regionale TRENORD 2812
Regionale TRENORD 2834
Regionale TRENORD 2830
Regionale TRENORD 2818
Regionale TRENORD 2828Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Colico among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 1m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 76 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Tickets start at around £7 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £13. The journey takes 1h 31m versus 1h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Trenord.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Colico trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TRENORD 2832 | 16:20 Milan Centrale | 1h26 | 17:46 Colico station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2832 · Regionale TRENORD 10332 | 16:20 Milan Centrale | 1h54 | 18:14 Piona | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2834 | 17:20 Milan Centrale | 1h26 | 18:46 Colico station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2834 · Regionale TRENORD 10334 | 17:20 Milan Centrale | 1h54 | 19:14 Piona | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2836 | 18:20 Milan Centrale | 1h26 | 19:46 Colico station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2836 · Regionale TRENORD 10336 | 18:20 Milan Centrale | 1h54 | 20:14 Piona | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2838 · Regionale TRENORD 10338 | 19:20 Milan Centrale | 1h54 | 21:14 Piona | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2838 | 19:20 Milan Centrale | 1h26 | 20:46 Colico station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2840 | 20:20 Milan Centrale | 1h26 | 21:46 Colico station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2840 · Autobus TRENORD 1380A | 20:20 Milan Centrale | 1h50 | 22:10 Piona | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2842 | 21:20 Milan Centrale | 1h26 | 22:46 Colico station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2842 · Autobus TRENORD 1384A | 21:20 Milan Centrale | 1h50 | 23:10 Piona | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2844 | 22:20 Milan Centrale | 1h26 | 23:46 Colico station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
S8 TRENORD 24814 · Autobus TRENORD 1314A | 5:22 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2h18 | 7:40 Piona | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2812 | 6:20 Milan Centrale | 1h26 | 7:46 Colico station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2812 · Regionale TRENORD 10314 | 6:20 Milan Centrale | 2h54 | 9:14 Piona | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2812 · Regionale TRENORD 10317 | 6:20 Milan Centrale | 2h20 | 8:40 Piona | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2814 · Regionale TRENORD 10314 | 7:20 Milan Centrale | 1h54 | 9:14 Piona | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2814 | 7:20 Milan Centrale | 1h26 | 8:46 Colico station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2816 · Regionale TRENORD 10316 | 8:20 Milan Centrale | 1h54 | 10:14 Piona | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2816 | 8:20 Milan Centrale | 1h26 | 9:46 Colico station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2818 · Regionale TRENORD 10318 | 9:20 Milan Centrale | 1h54 | 11:14 Piona | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2818 | 9:20 Milan Centrale | 1h26 | 10:46 Colico station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2820 | 10:20 Milan Centrale | 1h26 | 11:46 Colico station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2822 · Regionale TRENORD 10322 | 11:20 Milan Centrale | 1h54 | 13:14 Piona | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2822 | 11:20 Milan Centrale | 1h26 | 12:46 Colico station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2824 | 12:20 Milan Centrale | 1h26 | 13:46 Colico station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2824 · Regionale TRENORD 10324 | 12:20 Milan Centrale | 1h54 | 14:14 Piona | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2826 | 13:20 Milan Centrale | 1h26 | 14:46 Colico station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2826 · Regionale TRENORD 10326 | 13:20 Milan Centrale | 1h54 | 15:14 Piona | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2828 | 14:20 Milan Centrale | 1h26 | 15:46 Colico station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2828 · Regionale TRENORD 10328 | 14:20 Milan Centrale | 1h54 | 16:14 Piona | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2830 | 15:20 Milan Centrale | 1h26 | 16:46 Colico station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2830 · Regionale TRENORD 10330 | 15:20 Milan Centrale | 1h54 | 17:14 Piona | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Milan to Colico run on average 30 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 76 km distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 76 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 30 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:50 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Colico — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Colico trip today.
Museum inside Forte Montecchio Nord presenting artillery, military life and the fort’s original machinery. Ideal for understanding local First World War history.
Exhibition route at Forte di Fuentes covering the Spanish-era fortress, border defence and local history. Compact and rewarding for history-minded visitors.
Small rural museum in Villatico focused on peasant life, tools and traditions around Colico. A local favourite for a glimpse of everyday historic life.
Popular waterfront promenade with beaches, mountain views and easy walking. A practical base for relaxing, people-watching and enjoying Lake Como scenery.
Wide natural reserve where the Adda meets the lake, known for birdlife, paths and open views. Good for gentle walks and a quieter side of Colico.
Short walk leading to a panoramic point above town. Visitors come for broad lake and mountain views, especially in clear weather or near sunset.
Buckwheat tagliatelle from nearby Valtellina, usually dressed with potatoes, cabbage, butter and Casera cheese. A mountain staple widely eaten around Lake Como.
Crisp buckwheat pancakes filled with melting cheese, often Casera. Traditional in the Alpine area north of Colico and a classic comfort dish in local trattorias.
Air-dried beef from Valtellina, served thinly sliced with olive oil, lemon or rocket. It reflects the preserved-meat traditions of the mountains near Colico.
Established restaurant with a refined but informal atmosphere, serving Italian classics, lake flavours and well-presented seafood dishes.
Traditional lakeside restaurant known for seafood, lake fish and pizza in a relaxed setting near the waterfront.
Casual pizzeria and restaurant popular for wood-fired pizzas, pasta and approachable local dishes in central Colico.
Moderate for Lake Como: stays and dining cost more than inland towns, but Colico is usually cheaper than Bellagio or Varenna. Local trains and buses help keep costs manageable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; taxis can be rounded up, and cafés usually just small change.
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Colico station -> Piazza Garibaldi, Colico
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Colico 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 Colico, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to Colico trains use the Milano Centrale to Colico station pair, with some services arriving at Piona. Use this guide to compare Milan and Colico 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.
Milano Rogoredo is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Rogoredo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro, Osteria La Piola
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Milano Rogoredo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Milano Rogoredo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Rogoredo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Business Palace, Hotel Mistral, Hotel Brenta Milano.
Colico has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Vapore, Trattoria Locanda Capolago
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Colico. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Colico. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Colico: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Colico: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Colico: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Risi, Seven Park Hotel, Hotel Lago di Como.
Piona is 1 km from Colico city centre. Public transport options include:
Piona has practical services for this route, including Dining and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Piona.
Nearby hotels include B&B e Residence Abbazia di Piona, Hotel Risi, Seven Park Hotel.
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