- Must visit
Palazzo Borromeo Museo
House museum on Isola Bella showing historic interiors, artworks and the Borromeo family collections inside the palace complex.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Stresa
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £8
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £8
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 1 h 11 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 1 h 11 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 18
- Distance
- 69 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Stresa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Stresa will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Fast trains
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 18 trains from Milan to Stresa, including 16 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 69 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 11 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 1024019:40 1h25 Milan Porta Garibaldi 21:05 Stresa station £8 1 One-way 0 changes- Regionale TRENORD 2442
21:25 1h11 Milan Centrale 22:36 Stresa station £8 1 One-way 0 changes - Regionale TRENORD 2440
20:25 1h11 Milan Centrale 21:36 Stresa station £8 1 One-way 0 changes - Regionale 10232
15:40 1h25 Milan Porta Garibaldi 17:05 Stresa station £8 1 One-way 0 changes - Regionale TRENORD 2432
16:25 1h11 Milan Centrale 17:36 Stresa station £8 1 One-way 0 changes
- Regionale TRENORD 2442
21:25 1h11 Milan Centrale 22:36 Stresa station £8 1 One-way 0 changes - Regionale TRENORD 2440
20:25 1h11 Milan Centrale 21:36 Stresa station £8 1 One-way 0 changes - Regionale TRENORD 2432
16:25 1h11 Milan Centrale 17:36 Stresa station £8 1 One-way 0 changes - Regionale TRENORD 2428
14:25 1h11 Milan Centrale 15:36 Stresa station £8 1 One-way 0 changes - Regionale TRENORD 2414
7:25 1h11 Milan Centrale 8:36 Stresa station £8 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Stresa
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Trains from Milan to Stresa run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 21:46. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 1h 11m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 69 km |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 4:15 |
Last train 21:46 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Frequently asked questions about your Milan to Stresa trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Milan to Stresa.
The cost of a train ticket from Milan to Stresa can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £8.
The train journey from Milan to Stresa covers a distance of 69 km and takes approximately 1h 11m. Trains run 16 per day.
The train distance from Milan to Stresa is 69 km.
The first train from Milan to Stresa leaves at 4:15.
The last train from Milan to Stresa departs at 21:46.
Trains from Milan to Stresa run approximately 16 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Milan and Stresa. The service operates 16 times per day, provided by Regionale.
Live departures
Milan to Stresa train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Stresa trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regionale 10212 | 6:10 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1h26 | 7:36 Stresa station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2414 | 7:25 Milan Centrale | 1h11 | 8:36 Stresa station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 10216 | 7:40 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1h25 | 9:05 Stresa station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2416 | 8:25 Milan Centrale | 1h11 | 9:36 Stresa station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2408 | 9:25 Milan Centrale | 1h11 | 10:36 Stresa station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 10204 | 11:40 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1h25 | 13:05 Stresa station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2406 | 13:25 Milan Centrale | 1h11 | 14:36 Stresa station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 10228 | 13:40 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1h33 | 15:13 Stresa station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2428 | 14:25 Milan Centrale | 1h11 | 15:36 Stresa station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2430 | 15:25 Milan Centrale | 1h11 | 16:36 Stresa station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 10232 | 15:40 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1h25 | 17:05 Stresa station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2432 | 16:25 Milan Centrale | 1h11 | 17:36 Stresa station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2434 | 17:25 Milan Centrale | 1h11 | 18:36 Stresa station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 10236 | 17:40 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1h25 | 19:05 Stresa station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2436 | 18:25 Milan Centrale | 1h11 | 19:36 Stresa station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2438 | 19:25 Milan Centrale | 1h11 | 20:36 Stresa station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 10240 | 19:40 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1h25 | 21:05 Stresa station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2440 | 20:25 Milan Centrale | 1h11 | 21:36 Stresa station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2442 | 21:25 Milan Centrale | 1h11 | 22:36 Stresa station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Train companies: Regionale from Milan to Stresa trainsRegionale trains will get you between Milan and Stresa from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regionale
About
Regionale is the regional train service of national carrier Trenitalia connecting all of Italy. It is the most convinient way to travel to both big cities and the smallest villages all over the Italian country. The regional trains have different names depending on the region they serve, such as Treno Regionale Veloce (TRV) and Treno Regionale Lento (TRL). Treno Rock and Treno pop are the two new trains part of Trenitalia regionale fleet. Trenitalia Regionale offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets (economy and standard), return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and power sockets. The most popular routes for Regionale are between Rome and Milan, Naples and Florence, and Turin and Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Regionale Duration
1h 11m
Cheapest Regionale Price
£8
Regionale frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
Free hand luggage allowance included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar service available on some trains with snacks and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Milan and Stresa
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Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Milan to Stresa.
There is no night train service from Milan to Stresa.
Complete guide to Stresa
Things to do in Stresa
Discover the best of Stresa — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stresa trip today.
Museo del Parco Villa Pallavicino
Museum in Villa Pallavicino with collections on local nature and history, visited alongside the lakeside gardens and park.
Palazzo dei Congressi Mostre
Gallery and exhibition venue hosting temporary art shows in an elegant historic building near the waterfront, useful for a cultural stop in town.
- Must visit
Lungolago di Stresa
Lakeside promenade lined with grand hotels, gardens and mountain views, ideal for a relaxed walk and classic views across Lake Maggiore.
- Must visit
Mottarone
Panoramic mountain area above Stresa with walking routes and wide lake views, popular for fresh air, outdoor activities and summer escapes.
- Recommended
Piazza Guglielmo Marconi
Main square by the lake and ferry area, surrounded by historic buildings and lively public space, convenient for boats and town strolls.
- Gluten-free
Bresaola della Val d'Ossola
Air-dried cured beef from nearby Ossola valleys, sliced thin and dressed with oil and lemon. A classic alpine antipasto of the wider Verbano-Cusio-Ossola area.
- Vegetarian
Gnocchi di castagne
Small gnocchi made with chestnut flour, a mountain staple once vital in this area. Usually served with butter, sage or local cheese.
- Gluten-free
Filetti di persico
Freshwater perch fillets from Lake Maggiore, typically pan-fried and served with butter and sage. A signature lake dish around Stresa.
Ristorante Le Bolle
Elegant hotel restaurant with lake views, offering carefully prepared Italian dishes and a more formal atmosphere.
Ristorante La Stresa
Refined lakefront dining in central Stresa, known for seafood, pasta and polished service in an elegant historic setting.
Lo Stornello
Traditional restaurant serving Piedmontese and lake dishes with a warm, classic atmosphere close to the waterfront.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Lake Maggiore: lakefront hotels and dining cost more than inland towns, but cafés, pizzerias and local trains or ferries keep day-to-day costs manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for pizza, panini or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €25-40 per person for a three-course meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
Trenord
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €4.80
- Day pass
- €17.50
To the city centre
Stresa station -> Piazza Cadorna, Stresa
- Distance
- 700 m
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Stresa’s official public transport page mainly points travellers to rail updates and taxi information rather than a unified urban network.
- Validate paper rail tickets before boarding. Digital tickets and day tickets can be bought in the Trenord app.
Plan your visit to Stresa
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Stresa.
Yes, the train journey from Milan to Stresa is scenic, offering picturesque views of the Italian countryside, charming villages, and the stunning Lake Maggiore as you approach Stresa.
FAQs: Milan to Stresa train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Stresa 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 Stresa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Milan to Stresa in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Milan to Stresa.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Milan and Stresa
Most Milan to Stresa trains use the Milano Centrale to Stresa station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Stresa train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Milan
Arrival train stations in Stresa
Which Milan station do trains to Stresa leave from?
Trains from Milan to Stresa leave from Milano Centrale. The station is 3 km from Milan city centre at Piazza Duca d'Aosta, 1, 20124 Milan, Italy.
Milano CentralePiazza Duca d'Aosta, 1, 20124 Milan, Italy+39 892021
City-centre transport
Getting to Milano Centrale from Milan city centre
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRe51 · 11m · £2 · every ~5 min
BusNm3 · 9m · £2 · every ~1 min
60 · 31m · £2 · every ~10 min
Tram9 · 27m · £2 · every ~16 min
Subway3 · 11m · £2 · every ~25 min
Milano Centrale train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Milano Porta GaribaldiPiazza Sigmund Freud, 1, Milan, Italy+39 892021
City-centre transport
Getting to Milano Porta Garibaldi from Milan city centre
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
BusNm2 · 10m · £2 · every ~1 min
Tram2, 4 · 20m · £2 · every ~20 min
Subway2 · 8m · £2 · every ~30 min
Milano Porta Garibaldi train station facilities and services
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
Milano ForlaniniVia Giovanni Battista Cassinis, 20139 Milan, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Milano Forlanini from Milan city centre
Milano Forlanini is 3 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainS9 · 12m · £2 · every ~4 min
S5, S1, S6 · 15m · £2 · every ~8 min
Bus973 · 9m · £2 · every ~5 min
Nm4, N27 · 11m · £2 · every ~2 min
Tram12, 27 · 16m · £2 · every ~25 min
27, 12 · 21m · £2 · every ~25 min
12 · 26m · £2 · every ~11 min
Subway4 · 7m · £2 · every ~30 min
Milano Forlanini train station facilities and services
Milano Forlanini has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Milano Forlanini.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milano Forlanini.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Forlanini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Forlanini: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Forlanini: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mistral, Hotel Molise 2, Hotel Del Sud.
Which Stresa station do trains from Milan arrive at?
Trains from Milan to Stresa arrive at Stresa. Stresa is from Stresa city centre.
StresaPiazza Guglielmo Marconi, 28838 Stresa VB, Italy+39 0323 30200
City-centre transport
Getting to Stresa from Stresa city centre
Bus34, 32, 31, 35 · 5m · £1 · every ~1 min
Stresa train station facilities and services
Stresa 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 and drink
Food options include: Ristorante LaStresa, Osteria Mercato
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stresa. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Stresa. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stresa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stresa: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stresa: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel des Iles Borromees, Hotel La Palma, Regina Palace Hotel.
Train stations for Milan to Stresa
Check train stations information for Milan and Stresa, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Milan that goes to Stresa is Milano Centrale, and it arrives at Stresa.
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