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MArRC Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Reggio Calabria
Regional museum in nearby Reggio Calabria with major archaeological collections, including the famous Riace Bronzes.
Cheapest price on 01 Sept
£58
Average ticket price on 01 Sept
£81
Fastest journey on 01 Sept
11 h 6 m
Average journey duration on 01 Sept
15 h 25 m
Trains on 01 Sept
5
Distance
965 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Villa San Giovanni is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Villa San Giovanni will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
On Tue 01 Sept, we found 5 trains from Milan to Villa San Giovanni, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 965 km distance in an average of 15 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 18 h 10 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 Villa San Giovanni among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 12h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, while a train costs an average of £71.
Distance: 965 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£71 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest |
12h 5m Average total duration Fastest 11h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 1m Average total duration 16h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Villa San Giovanni trains for today, Monday 31 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9325+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 17:05 Milan Rogoredo | 9h45 | 2:50 Villa San Giovanni station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9563+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 19:10 Milan Centrale | 11h57 | 7:07 Villa San Giovanni station | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 1963 | 20:10 Milan Centrale | 14h30 | 10:40 Villa San Giovanni station | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 755 · InterCityNotte 770+ FRECCIAROSSA 8333 | 21:50 Milan Centrale | 14h53 | 12:43 Villa San Giovanni station | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 797+ Intercity 723 | 22:18 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 15h52 | 14:10 Villa San Giovanni station | 1 change |
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Trains from Milan to Villa San Giovanni run on average 18 times per day, taking around 11h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 965 km distance in 9h 15m.
Distance 965 km |
Average train duration 11h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 9h 15m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Villa San Giovanni — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Villa San Giovanni trip today.
Regional museum in nearby Reggio Calabria with major archaeological collections, including the famous Riace Bronzes.
Art gallery in Reggio Calabria presenting civic collections and temporary exhibitions inside a central cultural venue.
Museum space dedicated to local bergamot culture in Reggio Calabria, explaining cultivation, fragrance and regional identity.
Seafront promenade popular for walks, sea air and views across the Strait towards Messina and the Sicilian coast.
Central waterfront area where ferries, shops and everyday town life meet, ideal for watching crossings on the Strait.
Main square used for local events and everyday gatherings, offering a simple introduction to the town’s atmosphere.
Swordfish rolls filled with breadcrumbs, herbs and cheese, then grilled. A Strait of Messina classic reflecting the town’s fishing tradition.
Pasta with swordfish, tomato, aubergine, capers and mint. A signature Calabrian coastal dish tied to local catches from the Strait.
Stockfish stewed with tomatoes, potatoes, olives and capers. Deeply rooted in Reggio Calabria area home cooking and feast-day tables.
Established seafood restaurant known for Strait fish dishes and a relaxed seafront atmosphere suited to long local lunches.
Casual pizzeria and restaurant serving pizzas, Calabrian specialities and hearty southern Italian staples in an informal setting.
Traditional fish-focused dining with local antipasti and swordfish dishes, popular for straightforward Calabrian cooking near the ferry area.
Moderate for southern Italy: meals and coffee are reasonable, while hotels and ferry-linked travel can rise in peak season compared with smaller Calabrian towns.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Villa San Giovanni -> Reggio di Calabria Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Villa San Giovanni 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 Villa San Giovanni, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to Villa San Giovanni trains use the Milano Centrale to Villa San Giovanni station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Villa San Giovanni 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.
Villa San Giovanni is 1 km from Villa San Giovanni city centre. Public transport options include:
Villa San Giovanni 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 La Mediterranea, Trattoria da Peppe
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Villa San Giovanni. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Villa San Giovanni. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Villa San Giovanni: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Villa San Giovanni: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villa San Giovanni: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Plaza, Grand Hotel De La Ville, Hotel La Conca.
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