The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Trieste
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
4 h 2 m
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
358 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Trieste will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Of the 26 trains that leave Milan for Trieste every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 358 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 20 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 2625 · Regionale Veloce 3499 · Lagune Line 3441
Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Regionale Veloce 3513 · Lagune Line 3567
Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale Veloce 3497 · Lagune Line 3569
Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale Veloce 3505 · Lagune Line 3443
Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 3523 · Lagune Line 3861
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9759
FRECCIAROSSA 9755+
Lagune Line 3861
FRECCIAROSSA 9749
FRECCIAROSSA 9737
FRECCIAROSSA 9707Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Milan to Trieste
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a flight costs an average of £158.
Distance: 358 km
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5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Milan to Trieste train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Trieste trains for today, Thursday 8 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TRENORD 2613 · Regionale Veloce 3489 · Lagune Line 3435 | 05:25 Milan Centrale | 5h23 | 10:48 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9705+ Lagune Line 3435 | 06:15 Milan Centrale | 4h33 | 10:48 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2615 · Regionale Veloce 3485 · Lagune Line 3437 | 06:25 Milan Centrale | 5h19 | 11:44 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9707 | 06:45 Milan Centrale | 4h20 | 11:05 Trieste Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9709+ Lagune Line 3437 | 07:15 Milan Centrale | 4h29 | 11:44 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Regionale Veloce 3513 · Lagune Line 3567 | 08:25 Milan Centrale | 5h19 | 13:44 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9805 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9414+ Lagune Line 3439 | 09:45 Milan Rogoredo | 4h59 | 14:44 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale Veloce 3497 · Lagune Line 3569 | 10:25 Milan Centrale | 5h19 | 15:44 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 2625 · Regionale Veloce 3499 · Lagune Line 3441 | 11:25 Milan Centrale | 5h19 | 16:44 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 2625 · Regionale 16281 · Regionale 16812 · Regionale Veloce 3892 | 11:25 Milan Centrale | 8h39 | 20:04 Trieste Centrale | 3 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9727+ Lagune Line 3441 | 11:45 Milan Centrale | 4h59 | 16:44 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale Veloce 3503 · Lagune Line 3571 | 12:25 Milan Centrale | 5h19 | 17:44 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9733+ Intercity 588 | On time 13:15 Milan Centrale | 4h22 | 17:37 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale Veloce 3505 · Lagune Line 3443 | 13:25 Milan Centrale | 5h19 | 18:44 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
6143 · 8918 | 13:40 Milan Centrale | 6h16 | 19:56 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 14:15 Milan Centrale | 4h12 | 18:27 Trieste Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471+ Intercity 592 | 14:20 Milan Centrale | 8h18 | 22:38 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3507 · Lagune Line 3581 | 14:25 Milan Centrale | 5h19 | 19:44 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9741+ Lagune Line 3581 | 14:45 Milan Centrale | 4h59 | 19:44 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale Veloce 3551 · Lagune Line 3445 | 15:25 Milan Centrale | 5h19 | 20:44 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 16:15 Milan Centrale | 4h12 | 20:27 Trieste Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 3523 · Lagune Line 3861 | 16:25 Milan Centrale | 5h30 | 21:55 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9755+ Lagune Line 3861 | 17:45 Milan Centrale | 4h10 | 21:55 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9757+ Intercity 592 | 18:15 Milan Centrale | 4h23 | 22:38 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9759 | 18:43 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 4h02 | 22:45 Trieste Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9763+ Treno 17099 effettuato con bus VE249 · Regionale 16045 | 19:45 Milan Centrale | 9h57 | 05:42 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Trieste
Trains from Milan to Trieste run on average 24 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 358 km distance in 4h 2m.
Distance 358 km |
Average train duration 5h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 2m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Regionale, Italo, Trenitalia, Intercity, Frecciargento, Intercity Notte from Milan to Trieste trainsFrecciarossa, Regionale, Italo, Trenitalia, Intercity, Frecciargento, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Milan and Trieste from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Milan to Trieste train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Trieste 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 Trieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Milan and Trieste
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- 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.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Caffeteria Panni Caldi
- Princi
- Burgez
- Bricco Café
- U! Come tu mi vuoi
- Autogrill
- Culto
- Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
- Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova
- AC Hotel by Marriott Milano
- Tocq Hotel
- Metro lines: M2, M5
- Bus lines: 43, 56, 70, 94
- Train lines: R21, R31, S1, S11, S2, S5, S7, S8
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Via G Battista Cassinis.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro
- Osteria La Piola
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Starhotels Business Palace
- Hotel Mistral
- Hotel Brenta Milano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and high-speed services
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Piazza della Libertà.
- Buffet da Pepi
- Trattoria Nerodiseppia
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste
- Hotel Continentale
- NH Trieste
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to Italy, Slovenia, and Austria
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 2
- Taxi services available
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