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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sarnen to Milan
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £54
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £54
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 3 h 10 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 3 h 10 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 1
- Distance
- 175 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sarnen to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sarnen to Milan will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
Fast trains
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 1 trains from Sarnen to Milan, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 175 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 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.
19:20 3h10 Sarnen 22:30 Milan £54 1 One-way 0 changes
19:20 3h10 Sarnen 22:30 Milan £54 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sarnen to Milan
Switzerland
Italy
Trains from Sarnen to Milan run on average 26 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
There are 22 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 2h 14m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15
Distance 175 km |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 22 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 6:04 |
Last train 20:18 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15
Frequently asked questions about your Sarnen to Milan trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Sarnen to Milan.
The cost of a train ticket from Sarnen to Milan can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £43, while the average price tends to be around £70.
The train journey from Sarnen to Milan covers a distance of 175 km and takes approximately 2h 14m. Trains run 26 per day.
The train distance from Sarnen to Milan is 175 km.
The first train from Sarnen to Milan leaves at 6:04.
The last train from Sarnen to Milan departs at 20:18.
Trains from Sarnen to Milan run approximately 26 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Sarnen and Milan. The service operates 22 times per day, provided by Trenitalia.
Why should you book Sarnen to Milan trains with Omio?
SBB as well as Trenitalia offer trains services from Sarnen to Milan.
Omio is the only official third party seller for SBB tickets.
Why book with Omio vs SBB?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SBB, but also compare tickets for the likes of Trenitalia to find the best option for your trip from Sarnen to Milan.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SBB with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Sarnen to Milan.
Train companies: Trenitalia, SBB from Sarnen to Milan trainsTrenitalia, SBB trains will get you between Sarnen and Milan from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Trenitalia
About
Trenitalia is not only Italy's national railroad company but also the country's largest train operator. Trenitalia’s fleet of trains ncludes the high-speed Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca trains as well as intercity, regional and night trains. Bathrooms and WiFi access are standard on long-distance routes. In most cases, the trains also provide barrier-free access. Trenitalia offers different tickets, which vary in price and flexibility: Base, Economy, Super Economy and Ordinaria. You can even use Trenitalia discount cards on Omio. Make sure to look out for the latest offers from Trenitalia on Omio to score special deals!
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Trenitalia Duration
2h 32m
Cheapest Trenitalia Price
£43
Trenitalia frequency
22 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage per passenger included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, and spaces between seat backs
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on high-speed trains, trolley service with snacks and beverages, vending machines on some trains
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation, costs extra except on high-speed trains where it's mandatory and included
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
SBB
About
SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SBB Duration
2h 14m
Cheapest SBB Price
£64
SBB frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Sarnen and Milan
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Sarnen to Milan.
Yes, there is a night train from Sarnen to Milan.
Complete guide to Milan
Things to do in Milan
Discover the best of Milan — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Milan trip today.
- Must visit
Cenacolo Vinciano
The museum visit centres on Leonardo’s Last Supper, one of the city’s most sought-after cultural experiences.
- Recommended
Museo Nazionale della Scienza e della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci
A science and technology museum with Leonardo galleries, transport exhibits and hands-on displays in a former monastery.
- Must visit
Piazza del Duomo
Milan’s central square is the city’s main meeting point, framed by the cathedral, museums and lively pedestrian spaces.
- Must visit
Navigli
This redeveloped canal district is popular for waterside walks, old railings, independent shops and a lively Milan atmosphere.
- Recommended
Quadrilatero del Silenzio
A refined district of elegant streets, Liberty villas and designer shops, ideal for architecture lovers and quieter walks.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Risotto alla Milanese
Saffron risotto cooked to a creamy texture with butter and cheese. A signature Milanese dish linked to Lombardy’s love of rich, elegant rice dishes.
Cotoletta alla Milanese
Breaded veal cutlet fried in butter until crisp. One of Milan’s best-known classics, traditionally served bone-in and prized for its simple, rich flavour.
- Gluten-free
Ossobuco
Slow-braised veal shanks, often with vegetables and wine, usually served with risotto. A historic Lombard comfort dish known for tender meat and marrow.
Cracco
Refined two-Michelin-star dining by Carlo Cracco in an elegant setting inside Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Known for modern Italian tasting menus.
Antica Trattoria della Pesa
Historic Milanese restaurant famed for ossobuco and Risotto alla Milanese. Formal, old-school atmosphere with strong ties to local culinary tradition.
Trattoria Milanese
Traditional trattoria celebrated for classic Milanese dishes including cotoletta and cassoeula. Warm, established venue with a loyal local following.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Italy: hotels and dining run higher than many cities, but public transport is affordable and budget eats are easy to find.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for fast food or street food.
- Mid-range
- €20-40 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- €70+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €1.20-2.50 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% in restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- € 2.20
- Day pass
- € 7.60
To the city centre
Milano Centrale -> Duomo, Milan
- Distance
- 3 km
- Travel time
- 16 min
- Contactless bank cards and devices work on the metro and on ATM buses and trams. The system applies the correct fare automatically on ATM services.
- A standard urban ticket is valid for 90 min in Mi1-Mi3. Buy tickets from the ATM app, metro machines, or authorised retailers.
FAQs: Sarnen to Milan train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sarnen 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.
Booking trains from Sarnen to Milan 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 Sarnen to Milan.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sarnen and Milan
Most Sarnen to Milan trains use the Sarnen to Milano Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Milano Lambrate. Use this guide to compare Sarnen and Milan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Sarnen
Arrival train stations in Milan
Which Sarnen station do trains to Milan leave from?
Trains from Sarnen to Milan leave from Sarnen. The station is from Sarnen city centre at Bahnhofstrasse, 6060 Sarnen, Switzerland.
SarnenBahnhofstrasse, 6060 Sarnen, Switzerland+41 41 666 22 33
City-centre transport
Getting to Sarnen from Sarnen city centre
TrainS-Bahn S5
BusSeveral regional bus lines available
Sarnen train station facilities and services
Sarnen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Molini Ristorante & Pizzeria, La Novita
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sarnen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Sarnen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sarnen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sarnen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sarnen: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Krone Sarnen, Seehotel Wilerbad.
Sarnen Nord6060 Sarnen, Switzerland
City-centre transport
Getting to Sarnen Nord from Sarnen city centre
TrainS55, S5, Ext · 1m · £1 · every ~5 min
Bus342 · 2m · £2 · every ~3 min
Sarnen Nord train station facilities and services
Sarnen Nord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sarnen Nord.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sarnen Nord.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sarnen Nord: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sarnen Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sarnen Nord.
Which Milan station do trains from Sarnen arrive at?
Trains from Sarnen to Milan most often arrive at Milano Centrale. Some services arrive at Milano Lambrate, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Milan arrival station.
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 LambratePiazza Enrico Bottini, 20131 Milan, Italy+39 02 7740 4318
City-centre transport
Getting to Milano Lambrate from Milan city centre
Milano Lambrate is 4 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainS1, S5, R34, Re2, R6, Re6, Re13 · 9m · £2 · every ~3 min
S9 · 17m · £2 · every ~4 min
BusNm2 · 26m · £2 · every ~1 min
Tram19 · 21m · £2 · every ~13 min
19 · 38m · £2 · every ~12 min
Subway2 · 17m · £2 · every ~30 min
Milano Lambrate train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Girasole, Osteria Lambrate
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milano Lambrate. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Milano Lambrate. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Lambrate: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Lambrate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Lambrate: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Milano Lambrate, Hotel Gamma, Hotel Lugano.
Train stations for Sarnen to Milan
Check train stations information for Sarnen and Milan, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Sarnen that goes to Milan is Sarnen, and it arrives at Milano Centrale.
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