
Business
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Free drinks
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Newspapers and magazines
Cheapest price on 09 Sept
£41
Average ticket price on 09 Sept
£59
Fastest journey on 09 Sept
2 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 09 Sept
2 h 46 m
Trains on 09 Sept
6
Distance
197 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Zug is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Zug will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
On Wed 09 Sept, we found 6 trains from Milan to Zug, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 197 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 50 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 Zug among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, while a flight costs an average of £98.
Distance: 197 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£49 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £98 Average Price | £93 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Zug:
A coach is £28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Zug costing on average £49.
A coach is £77 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Zug costing on average £98.
Other travel options to Zug take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 56m.
Coach takes on average 3h 53m.
The journey is about 30m faster (2h 56m by train vs 3h 26m by car) and roughly £44 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£49 vs £93). 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 Trenitalia, DSB, Trenitalia EuroCity.
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 Zug trains for today, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE 80 25534 | 25534 · IC 21 696 | 696 · IR 46 2442 | 2442 | 21:34 Chiasso station | 1h56 | 23:30 Zug station | 2 changes | |
RE 80 25534 | 25534 · IC 21 696 | 696 · S 2 21290 | 21290 | 21:34 Chiasso station | 2h19 | 23:53 Zug station | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 9 September | |||||
![]() | 5:10 Milan | 2h50 | 8:00 Zug | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:23 Milan | 2h30 | 10:53 Zug | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:10 Milan | 2h50 | 18:00 Zug | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:10 Milan | 2h50 | 19:00 Zug | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:10 Milan | 2h50 | 20:00 Zug | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:10 Milan | 2h50 | 22:00 Zug | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Milan to Zug run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 197 km distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 197 km |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 1:00 |
Last train 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Discover the best of Zug — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zug trip today.
Zug’s main history museum in a castle-like complex, with exhibitions on the city, canton and cultural life.
Art museum with Swiss and regional works, known for changing exhibitions in a central modern building.
Compact museum presenting the history of fishing on Lake Zug, with boats, tools and local traditions.
Picturesque old town quarter with pastel façades, arcades, small lanes and easy access to key historic sights.
Lakeside promenade ideal for walking and sunset views, lined with public spaces, boats and mountain panoramas.
Viewpoint and green hillside above Zug, reached by funicular, with sweeping lake and mountain scenery.
A rich cherry cake from Zug with layers of nut meringue, sponge and kirsch buttercream. It is the town’s best-known speciality and a classic local treat.
Clear cherry brandy made from local cherries. Kirsch from Zug and nearby central Switzerland is deeply tied to regional fruit growing and baking traditions.
A caramelised tart made with local cherries, often enriched with kirsch. It reflects Zug’s long cherry-growing heritage and appears in home baking and cafés.
Elegant restaurant at Park Hotel Zug focused on seasonal cuisine, polished service and a refined dining room suited to a special meal.
Historic lakeside restaurant serving Swiss classics, fish and seasonal dishes in a traditional setting in Zug’s old town.
Well-known old town venue for Swiss and central European dishes with a cosy, rustic interior and reliable local atmosphere.
Zug is pricier than most Swiss cities for hotels and dining, though local transport is efficient. Expect high accommodation rates and restaurant bills.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent service. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Zug 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 Zug, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to Zug trains use the Milano Centrale to Zug station pair, with some services arriving at Zug Oberwil. Use this guide to compare Milan and Zug 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 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.
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.
Zug 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: Restaurant Schiff, Restaurant Theater Casino Zug
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zug. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zug. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zug: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zug: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zug: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Zug, City-Hotel Ochsen, Hotel Löwen am See.
Zug Oberwil is 2 km from Zug city centre. Public transport options include:
Zug Oberwil has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and WC.
Food and drink options are available at Zug Oberwil.
ATMs are available at Zug Oberwil.
Available at Zug Oberwil: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zug Oberwil.
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