The cheapest and fastest trains from Palermo to Milan
Cheapest price
£104
Average price
£148
Fastest journey
14 h
Average duration
17 h 26 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
887 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Palermo to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Milan will cost around £148 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £104.
Of the 8 trains that leave Palermo for Milan every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 887 km distance in an average of 17 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h .
The slowest trains will take 20 h 45 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.
InterCityNotte 196412:5321h17Palermo Centrale10:10Milan Centrale£1041One-way0 changes
Intercity 730+
InterCityNotte 79810:1020h45Palermo Centrale6:55Milan Porta Garibaldi£1131One-way1 change
Intercity 736+
FRECCIAROSSA 96587:0014h00Palermo Centrale21:00Milan Centrale£1501One-way1 change
InterCityNotte 1954 · InterCityNotte 89512+
Intercity 74517:3222h23Palermo Centrale15:55Milan Centrale£1531One-way2 changes
InterCityNotte 1958+
Intercity 588 · Intercity 60820:2121h24Palermo Centrale17:45Milan Centrale£1591One-way2 changes
Intercity 736+
FRECCIAROSSA 96587:0014h00Palermo Centrale21:00Milan Centrale£1501One-way1 change
InterCityNotte 1954+
FRECCIAROSSA 960617:3215h52Palermo Centrale9:24Milan Centrale£1761One-way1 change
InterCityNotte 1958+
FRECCIAROSSA 962220:2116h37Palermo Centrale12:58Milan Centrale£1701One-way1 change
InterCityNotte 1964+
FRECCIAROSSA 950412:5319h57Palermo Centrale8:50Milan Centrale£1621One-way1 change
Intercity 730+
InterCityNotte 79810:1020h45Palermo Centrale6:55Milan Porta Garibaldi£1131One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train, flight and ferry for Palermo to Milan
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £56, and a train costs an average of £64.
Distance: 887 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Ferry |
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£126 Average Price | £96 Average Price | £95 Average Price | £64 Average Price Cheapest |
15h 45m Average total duration 15h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 47m Average total duration 19h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 10m Average total duration 20h 10m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Palermo to Milan train times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Milan trains for today, Sunday 19 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 730+ InterCityNotte 798 | 10:10 Palermo Centrale | 20h45 | 6:55 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 1964 | 12:53 Palermo Centrale | 21h17 | 10:10 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 1958+ Intercity 588 · Intercity 608 | 21:05 Palermo Centrale | 20h40 | 17:45 Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 1958+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520 | 21:05 Palermo Centrale | 15h45 | 12:50 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 1958+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520 · FRECCIAROSSA 9620 | 21:05 Palermo Centrale | 15h19 | 12:24 Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 1958+ Intercity 590 | 21:05 Palermo Centrale | 22h20 | 19:25 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Palermo to Milan
Trains from Palermo to Milan run on average 7 times per day, taking around 15h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £64 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 887 km distance in 13h 58m.
Distance 887 km |
Average train duration 15h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £64 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 13h 58m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 22:45 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento from Palermo to Milan trainsIntercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento trains will get you between Palermo and Milan from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Palermo to Milan train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Milan 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 Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Palermo and Milan
Most Palermo to Milan trains use the Palermo Centrale to Milano Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Milano Porta Garibaldi. Use this guide to compare Palermo and Milan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Milan station do trains from Palermo arrive at?
Getting to Milano Centrale from Milan city centre
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Milano Porta Garibaldi from Milan city centre
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Milano Rogoredo from Milan city centre
Milano Rogoredo is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Rogoredo train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro, Osteria La Piola
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milano Rogoredo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Milano Rogoredo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Rogoredo: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Business Palace, Hotel Mistral, Hotel Brenta Milano.
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