- Must visit
Musei Civici San Gimignano
The main civic museum displays paintings, historic rooms, and access to Torre Grossa in the Palazzo Comunale.
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
4 h 59 m
Average duration
5 h 6 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
266 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to San Gimignano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to San Gimignano will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
To travel from Milan to San Gimignano you need to make at least 2 changes.
Intercity 597+
Regionale 18225 · Autobus AT053
FRECCIAROSSA 9539+
Regionale 18221 · Autobus AT043
FRECCIAROSSA 9505+
Regionale 18203 · Autobus AT015
FRECCIAROSSA 9515+
Regionale 18207 · Autobus AT023
FRECCIAROSSA 9547+
Regionale 18225 · Autobus AT053
FRECCIAROSSA 9505+
Regionale 18203 · Autobus AT015
FRECCIAROSSA 9511+
Regionale 18205 · Autobus AT017
FRECCIAROSSA 9555+
Regionale 18229 · Autobus AT059
FRECCIAROSSA 9543+
Regionale 18223 · Autobus AT045
FRECCIAROSSA 9547+
Regionale 18225 · Autobus AT053Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to San Gimignano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 266 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£44 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Milan to San Gimignano trains for tomorrow, Friday 14 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FRECCIAROSSA 9505+ Regionale 18203 · Autobus AT015 | 4:40 Milan Centrale | 4h59 | 9:39 San Gimignano | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9511+ Regionale 18205 · Autobus AT017 | 5:40 Milan Centrale | 5h00 | 10:40 San Gimignano | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9515+ Regionale 18207 · Autobus AT023 | 6:40 Milan Centrale | 5h45 | 12:25 San Gimignano | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale 18217 · Autobus AT037 | 10:40 Milan Centrale | 5h52 | 16:32 San Gimignano | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9539+ Regionale 18221 · Autobus AT043 | 12:35 Milan Centrale | 5h57 | 18:32 San Gimignano | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9543+ Regionale 18223 · Autobus AT045 | 13:40 Milan Centrale | 5h10 | 18:50 San Gimignano | 2 changes | |
Intercity 597+ Regionale 18225 · Autobus AT053 | 13:48 Milan Centrale | 6h02 | 19:50 San Gimignano | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9547+ Regionale 18225 · Autobus AT053 | 14:35 Milan Centrale | 5h15 | 19:50 San Gimignano | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9555+ Regionale 18229 · Autobus AT059 | 16:35 Milan Centrale | 5h04 | 21:39 San Gimignano | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Milan to San Gimignano run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 266 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 266 km |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 4:40 |
Last train 22:25 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of San Gimignano — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect San Gimignano trip today.
The main civic museum displays paintings, historic rooms, and access to Torre Grossa in the Palazzo Comunale.
A small gallery and museum dedicated to modern and contemporary art by Raffaele De Grada and related artists.
Museum of sacred art with paintings, liturgical objects, and works linked to the town’s religious history.
The main square framed by towers and civic buildings, ideal for soaking up the town’s most iconic urban scene.
The civic square beside the town hall and cathedral, central to San Gimignano’s historic and ceremonial life.
The principal street through the old town, lined with stone buildings, shops, and many key monuments.
A robust Tuscan bean and vegetable soup thickened with bread. It is a rural classic in the area and often served the next day for deeper flavour.
Toasted bread topped with chicken liver pâté, a traditional Tuscan antipasto found across San Gimignano trattorias and wine bars.
A simple soup of stale bread, tomatoes, basil, olive oil and vegetables. It is a classic Tuscan way to use bread and summer produce.
Refined dining near San Gimignano with seasonal Tuscan cooking, elegant rooms and countryside views.
Traditional Tuscan restaurant in the historic centre, known for local pasta, meats and Vernaccia in a warm, rustic setting.
Historic gelateria famous for inventive and classic flavours, ideal for a casual stop while exploring the town.
Moderate for Tuscany: lodging in season is pricey, but meals and coffee are manageable. Limited local transit means day-trippers may spend more on parking or regional travel.
Service is often included via coperto or servizio. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to San Gimignano 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 San Gimignano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to San Gimignano trains use the Milano Centrale to San Gimignano, Piazzale Martiri di Montemaggio station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and San Gimignano 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.
San Gimignano, Piazzale Martiri di Montemaggio has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at San Gimignano, Piazzale Martiri di Montemaggio. ATMs are available at San Gimignano, Piazzale Martiri di Montemaggio.
Ticket office support is available at San Gimignano, Piazzale Martiri di Montemaggio.
Available at San Gimignano, Piazzale Martiri di Montemaggio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Gimignano, Piazzale Martiri di Montemaggio: Basic accessibility features available.
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