The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport to Milan
Cheapest price
£67
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
3 h 44 m
Average duration
3 h 56 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
226 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich Airport to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich Airport to Milan will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £67.
To travel from Zurich Airport to Milan you need to make at least 2 changes.
IC 5 514 | 514 · IC 2 10865 | 10865 · RE 80 25519 | 25519 · B 4 1032 | 1032
IC 5 514 | 514 · IC 2 10865 | 10865 · RE 80 25519 | 25519 · B 523 537 | 537
IR 75 2112 | 2112 · EC 10017 | 10017 · B 2 2031 | 2031
IR 75 2110 | 2110 · EC 10015 | 10015 · B 2 2027 | 2027
IC 5 514 | 514 · IC 2 10865 | 10865 · RE 80 25519 | 25519 · B 4 1032 | 1032
IR 75 2112 | 2112 · EC 10017 | 10017 · B 2 2031 | 2031
IR 75 2110 | 2110 · EC 10015 | 10015 · B 2 2027 | 2027
IC 5 514 | 514 · IC 2 10865 | 10865 · RE 80 25519 | 25519 · B 523 537 | 537Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich Airport to Milan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich Airport to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £57.
Distance: 226 km
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£62 Average Price | £59 Average Price Cheapest | £190 Average Price |
3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich Airport to Milan train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to Milan trains for tomorrow, Monday 19 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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IR 75 2110 | 2110 · EC 10015 | 10015 · B 2 2027 | 2027 | 07:15 Zurich Airport | 3h58 | 11:13 Milan | 2 changes | |
IC 5 514 | 514 · IC 2 10865 | 10865 · RE 80 25519 | 25519 · B 523 537 | 537 | 07:49 Zurich Airport | 4h03 | 11:52 Milan | 3 changes | |
IC 5 514 | 514 · IC 2 10865 | 10865 · RE 80 25519 | 25519 · B 4 1032 | 1032 | 07:49 Zurich Airport | 3h44 | 11:33 Milan | 3 changes | |
IR 75 2112 | 2112 · EC 10017 | 10017 · B 2 2031 | 2031 | 08:15 Zurich Airport | 3h58 | 12:13 Milan | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich Airport to Milan
Trains from Zurich Airport to Milan run on average 19 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
There are 19 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 226 km distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 226 km |
Average train duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 19 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 18:00 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich Airport to Milan trainsTrenitalia, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich Airport and Milan from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Zurich Airport to Milan train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich Airport 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 Zurich Airport and Milan
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with access from Via Rombon.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Girasole
- Osteria Lambrate
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- MEININGER Milano Lambrate
- Hotel Gamma
- Hotel Lugano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 19
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, accessible from Viale Certosa.
- Burger King
- Ristorante Pizzeria La Certosa
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Mirage
- Klima Hotel Milano Fiere
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 14
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