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Museo Archeologico Platina
The town’s key museum, known for archaeology and local history collections that explain the area from prehistory to later periods.
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£9
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 16 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h 16 m
Trains on 17 Sept
2
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Piadena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Piadena will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 2 trains from Milan to Piadena, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 100 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 16 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 Piadena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 50m. 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 £12, while a coach costs an average of £159.
Distance: 100 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £159 Average Price | £31 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Piadena:
A train is £147 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Milan to Piadena costing on average £159.
Other travel options to Piadena take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 29m.
The journey is about 19m faster (1h 29m by train vs 1h 48m by car) and roughly £19 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£12 vs £31). 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.
Direct services run with Regionale.
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 Piadena trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 16:33 Milan | 1h16 | 17:49 Piadena | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:33 Milan | 1h16 | 18:49 Piadena | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Milan to Piadena run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:22, the last at 21:09. The fastest train covers the 100 km distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 100 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 0:22 |
Last train 21:09 |
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Discover the best of Piadena — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Piadena trip today.
The town’s key museum, known for archaeology and local history collections that explain the area from prehistory to later periods.
Civic museum section focused on local archaeological finds, useful for understanding settlement and daily life in the Cremonese plain.
Small local display space for heritage and educational exhibitions, offering a more intimate view of the town’s cultural story.
Central square lined with civic buildings and everyday town life, ideal for a short walk and a feel for the local atmosphere.
Main historic street through the centre, good for seeing local architecture, shops and the rhythm of everyday Piadena.
Public green space for an easy stroll, with shade and a relaxed setting that contrasts with the compact historic centre.
Stuffed pasta parcels from the Cremona area, usually filled with braised meat, Grana Padano and nutmeg, then served in butter or broth.
Fresh egg pasta ribbons traditionally served with slow-cooked duck ragù in the Po Valley. It is a classic festive first course nearby.
A hearty soup of rice, potatoes and parsley from Cremonese country cooking, valued as a humble winter dish of the local plain.
Established restaurant focused on seasonal cuisine and regional specialities, with a more refined atmosphere for a longer meal.
Traditional local restaurant in Piadena area serving Lombard and Cremonese dishes in a relaxed, family-style setting.
Casual pizzeria and restaurant suited to an easy dinner, with classic Italian dishes and a lively local crowd.
Piadena is cheaper than major Italian tourist cities. Meals and stays are modestly priced, and local transport costs are low, though options are limited in a small town.
Service is often included or modest. Round up in cafés and taxis, and leave about €1-2 or 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Piadena 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 Piadena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to Piadena trains use the Milano Centrale to Piadena station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Piadena 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 Lambrate is 4 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Lambrate has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Girasole, Osteria Lambrate
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Milano Lambrate. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Milano Lambrate. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Milano Lambrate: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Lambrate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Lambrate: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Milano Lambrate, Hotel Gamma, Hotel Lugano.
Piadena has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.
Ticket office support is available at Piadena.
Available at Piadena: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Piadena: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Piadena: Restrooms.
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