
Business
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£83
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£136
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
8 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
8 h 20 m
Trains on 18 Sept
61
Distance
896 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Cosenza is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Cosenza will cost around £136 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
To travel from Milan to Cosenza you need to make at least one change.
Regionale TRENORD 2383+
InterCityNotte 799+
Regionale 5581
Intercity 641+
InterCityNotte 795+
Regionale 5589
InterCityNotte 797+
Intercity 723+
Regionale 5691
Intercity 603+
Regionale Veloce 19839 · Regionale 7720
Intercity 583 · Intercity 555+
Regionale 6593
FRECCIAROSSA 9617 · FRECCIAROSSA 9583+
Regionale 6581
FRECCIAROSSA 9601 · FRECCIAROSSA 8863+
Regionale 5691
FRECCIAROSSA 9583+
Regionale 6581
9981+
FRECCIAROSSA 8419+
Regionale 5674
FRECCIAROSSA 9583+
Regionale 6581 · Autobus FC171Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Milan to Cosenza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, while a train costs an average of £74.
Distance: 896 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£74 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price | £225 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 21m Average total duration 9h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 34m Average total duration 14h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | 2.7 - 5.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Cosenza:
A coach is £15 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Cosenza costing on average £47.
A coach is £42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Cosenza costing on average £74.
Other travel options to Cosenza take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 51m.
Coach takes on average 14h 4m.
The journey is about 39m faster (9h 51m by train vs 10h 30m by car) and roughly £151 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£74 vs £225). 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 Cosenza 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Regionale 6581 · Autobus FC171 | 9:10 Milan Centrale | 8h36 | 17:46 Cosenza Monaco | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Regionale 6581 · Autobus FC171 | 9:10 Milan Centrale | 8h37 | 17:47 Cosenza Campanella | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Regionale 6581 | 9:10 Milan Centrale | 8h27 | 17:37 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9617 · FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Regionale 6581 | 9:35 Milan Centrale | 8h02 | 17:37 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9619 · FRECCIAROSSA 9311+ 6143+ Regionale 5585 | 9:58 Milan Centrale | 13h41 | 23:39 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 3 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9527+ 6143+ Regionale 5585 | 10:10 Milan Centrale | 13h29 | 23:39 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
9977+ FRECCIAROSSA 9623+ Regionale 5597 | 10:15 Milan Centrale | 9h59 | 20:14 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
9977+ FRECCIAROSSA 9623+ Regionale 5595 | 10:15 Milan Centrale | 8h52 | 19:07 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
9977+ FRECCIAROSSA 9623+ Regionale 5582 | 10:15 Milan Centrale | 9h27 | 19:42 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
9927+ FRECCIAROSSA 9639+ Regionale 6593 | 10:40 Milan Centrale | 11h42 | 22:22 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
9927+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Regionale 6593 | 10:40 Milan Centrale | 11h42 | 22:22 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
9927+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Regionale 5674 | 10:40 Milan Centrale | 10h09 | 20:49 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9623+ Regionale 5595 | 10:58 Milan Centrale | 8h09 | 19:07 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9623+ Regionale 5595 · Autobus FC175 | 10:58 Milan Centrale | 8h44 | 19:42 Cosenza Campanella | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9623+ Regionale 5595 · Autobus FC175 | 10:58 Milan Centrale | 8h43 | 19:41 Cosenza Monaco | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9623+ 6143+ Regionale 5585 | 10:58 Milan Centrale | 12h41 | 23:39 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale 5597 | 11:10 Milan Centrale | 9h04 | 20:14 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale 5597 · Autobus FC177 | 11:10 Milan Centrale | 9h21 | 20:31 Cosenza Monaco | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale 5597 · Autobus FC177 | 11:10 Milan Centrale | 9h22 | 20:32 Cosenza Campanella | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9625 · FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale 5597 | 11:25 Milan Centrale | 8h49 | 20:14 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9625+ 6143+ Regionale 5585 | 11:25 Milan Centrale | 12h14 | 23:39 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
9931+ FRECCIAROSSA 9639+ Regionale 6593 | 11:40 Milan Centrale | 10h42 | 22:22 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
9931+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Regionale 6593 | 11:40 Milan Centrale | 10h42 | 22:22 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
9931+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Regionale 5674 | 11:40 Milan Centrale | 9h09 | 20:49 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9535+ 6143+ Regionale 5585 | 12:10 Milan Centrale | 11h29 | 23:39 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
9981+ FRECCIAROSSA 9639+ Regionale 6593 | 12:20 Milan Centrale | 10h02 | 22:22 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
9981+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Regionale 6593 | 12:20 Milan Centrale | 10h02 | 22:22 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
9981+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Regionale 5674 | 12:20 Milan Centrale | 8h29 | 20:49 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
9935+ FRECCIAROSSA 8519+ Regionale 5585 | 12:40 Milan Centrale | 10h59 | 23:39 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
9935+ FRECCIAROSSA 9639+ Regionale 5585 | 12:40 Milan Centrale | 10h59 | 23:39 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
9935+ FRECCIAROSSA 9639+ Regionale 6593 | 12:40 Milan Centrale | 9h42 | 22:22 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9631 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ 6143+ Regionale 5585 | 13:00 Milan Centrale | 10h39 | 23:39 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 3 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9633+ 6143+ Regionale 5585 | 13:30 Milan Centrale | 10h09 | 23:39 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9543+ 6143+ Regionale 5585 | 14:10 Milan Centrale | 9h29 | 23:39 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9639+ 6143+ Regionale 5585 | 14:30 Milan Centrale | 9h09 | 23:39 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
6143+ Regionale 5585 | 14:40 Milan Centrale | 8h59 | 23:39 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 1 change | |
Intercity 641+ InterCityNotte 795+ Regionale 5589 | 15:00 Milan Centrale | 16h07 | 7:07 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9663+ InterCityNotte 1959+ Regionale 5550 | 19:35 Milan Centrale | 12h02 | 7:37 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 9601 · FRECCIAROSSA 8863+ Regionale 5691 | 5:20 Milan Centrale | 8h07 | 13:27 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
Intercity 603+ Regionale Veloce 19839 · Regionale 7720 | 5:25 Milan Centrale | 15h45 | 21:10 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
Intercity 583 · Intercity 555+ Regionale 6593 | 6:05 Milan Centrale | 16h17 | 22:22 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
Intercity 583+ Metropolitano 21489+ 6143+ Regionale 5585 | 6:05 Milan Centrale | 17h34 | 23:39 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 3 changes | |
Intercity 583+ Regionale 21151 · Regionale 5811+ 6143 | 6:05 Milan Centrale | 17h34 | 23:39 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 4 changes | |
9967+ FRECCIAROSSA 9623+ Regionale 5597 | 6:15 Milan Centrale | 13h59 | 20:14 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
9967+ FRECCIAROSSA 9623+ Regionale 5595 | 6:15 Milan Centrale | 12h52 | 19:07 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
9967+ FRECCIAROSSA 9623+ Regionale 5582 | 6:15 Milan Centrale | 13h27 | 19:42 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9605+ Intercity 551+ Regionale 6587 | 6:35 Milan Centrale | 9h01 | 15:36 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9515+ 6143+ Regionale 5585 | 7:10 Milan Centrale | 16h29 | 23:39 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
9971+ FRECCIAROSSA 9623+ Regionale 5595 | 7:15 Milan Centrale | 11h52 | 19:07 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
9971+ FRECCIAROSSA 9623+ Regionale 5597 | 7:15 Milan Centrale | 12h59 | 20:14 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
9971+ FRECCIAROSSA 9623+ Regionale 5582 | 7:15 Milan Centrale | 12h27 | 19:42 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9604+ Regionale 5583 | 7:30 Milan Centrale | 9h37 | 17:07 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9604+ 6143+ Regionale 5585 | 7:30 Milan Centrale | 16h09 | 23:39 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ 6143+ Regionale 5585 | 8:10 Milan Centrale | 15h29 | 23:39 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
9998 · 8947+ Regionale 5595 | 8:15 Milan Centrale | 10h52 | 19:07 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
9998 · 8947+ Regionale 5570 | 8:15 Milan Centrale | 10h22 | 18:37 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
9998 · 8947+ Regionale 5582 | 8:15 Milan Centrale | 11h27 | 19:42 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9613+ Intercity 727+ Regionale 5583 | 8:30 Milan Centrale | 8h37 | 17:07 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 2 changes | |
8947+ Regionale 5595 | 8:40 Milan Centrale | 10h27 | 19:07 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 1 change | |
8947+ Regionale 5570 | 8:40 Milan Centrale | 9h57 | 18:37 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 1 change | |
8947+ Regionale 5582 | 8:40 Milan Centrale | 11h02 | 19:42 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9615 · FRECCIAROSSA 9391+ 6143+ Regionale 5585 | 8:58 Milan Centrale | 14h41 | 23:39 Cosenza Vaglio Lise | 3 changes | |
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Trains from Milan to Cosenza run on average 14 times per day, taking around 9h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 896 km distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 896 km |
Average train duration 9h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 7h 40m |
First train 4:10 |
Last train 23:51 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Discover the best of Cosenza — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cosenza trip today.
Contemporary art museum in Palazzo Arnone with paintings and temporary exhibitions. A strong choice for modern Italian art in a historic setting.
Museum exploring the Brettii and Enotri peoples through archaeological finds. Ideal for understanding the ancient roots of Cosenza and Calabria.
Museum dedicated to the painter Mattia Preti, displaying works and material linked to his life and artistic legacy in Calabria.
Lively pedestrian street lined with shops, sculptures and cafés nearby. It is the main promenade in modern Cosenza and a pleasant route for an evening stroll.
Historic old town quarter of steep lanes, noble buildings and churches. Best for experiencing Cosenza’s layered history and everyday local atmosphere.
Main civic square framed by notable buildings and close to the old town. A useful orientation point and frequent venue for local events.
A rich Calabrian pasta bake with ragù, meatballs, boiled eggs and cheese. A festive Sunday dish deeply rooted in local family cooking.
Fresh egg pasta strips served with chickpeas, garlic and olive oil. A simple peasant dish long associated with inland Calabria.
Slow-cooked goat in tomato, wine and spices. Traditional in the Cosenza area, especially for family gatherings and rural celebrations.
Smart restaurant with a more refined feel, offering regional cuisine and seafood with polished service and a contemporary dining room.
Traditional Calabrian restaurant known for hearty local dishes, cured meats and a warm, rustic setting near the historic centre.
Established local venue serving Calabrian classics, pizzas and grilled dishes in a relaxed, dependable atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy: meals and cafés are reasonable, hotels often cost less than in major tourist cities, and local transport is usually inexpensive.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is enough in cafés.
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Cosenza Vaglio Lise -> Cosenza Centro
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Cosenza 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 Cosenza, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to Cosenza trains use the Milano Centrale to Cosenza Vaglio Lise station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Cosenza 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 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.
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.
Cosenza Vaglio Lise is 1 km from Cosenza city centre. Public transport options include:
Cosenza Vaglio Lise 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: McDonald's Zumpano, Da Pako's Street Food
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Cosenza Vaglio Lise. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Cosenza Vaglio Lise. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cosenza Vaglio Lise: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cosenza Vaglio Lise: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cosenza Vaglio Lise: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa, Italiana Hotels Cosenza, Royal Hotel.
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