
Day trip from Turin to Milan by train
Why visit Milan for the day?
Milan is Italy’s capital of fashion and finance, with a polished, modern feel. The Duomo, La Scala and aperitivo culture sit alongside renowned art and design.
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Messina to Turin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £87 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 59m. 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 £87, while a flight costs an average of £615.
Distance: 1005 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£87 Average Price Cheapest | £137 Average Price | £615 Average Price |
20h 24m Average total duration 19h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 34m Average total duration 16h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration Fastest 4h 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
1.0 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.0 - 6.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Messina to Turin, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Messina to Turin:
A coach is £51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Messina to Turin costing on average £137.
A coach is £529 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Messina to Turin costing on average £615.
Other travel options to Turin take longer:
Train takes on average 16h 34m.
Coach takes on average 20h 24m.
How to get to Turin from Messina by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Messina to Turin is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Turin are Milan, Genoa, Asti, Aosta and Alessandria. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Turin on Omio.

Milan is Italy’s capital of fashion and finance, with a polished, modern feel. The Duomo, La Scala and aperitivo culture sit alongside renowned art and design.

Genoa is a historic Ligurian port known for its maritime past, grand palaces and maze-like old town. Its busy harbour, seafood culture and weathered elegance give the city a distinctly seafaring feel.

Asti is a historic Piedmont city best known for Asti Spumante, Moscato d'Asti and its traditional Palio. Medieval towers, Romanesque churches and lively piazzas give the centre a distinctly local character shaped by wine and food.

Aosta is an Alpine city known for Roman ruins, medieval churches and a dramatic mountain setting. Its compact centre feels historic yet lived-in, with a distinct Valdostan character shaped by Italian and French influences.

Alessandria is a practical Piedmontese city known for the star-shaped Cittadella and its arcaded centre. Its piazzas, markets and ties to nearby Monferrato give it a grounded local character.
Travel to Turin easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Messina to Turin.

This is compared to other travel options from Messina to Turin:
A coach is £51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Messina to Turin costing on average £137.
A coach is £529 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Messina to Turin costing on average £615.
Other travel options to Turin take longer:
Train takes on average 16h 34m.
Coach takes on average 20h 24m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Messina and Turin as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
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