How to get to Brixen from Milan

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Compare train, coach and flight for Milan to Brixen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Brixen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 21m. 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 £38, while a flight costs an average of £309.

Distance: 236 km

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Compare ways to travel from Milan to Brixen

Compare the available ways to get from Milan to Brixen, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Brixen is a coach with an average price of £38.

This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Brixen:

A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Brixen costing on average £43.

A coach is £271 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Brixen costing on average £309.

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Brixen is by train with an average journey time of 4h 21m.

Other travel options to Brixen take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 23m.

Coach takes on average 7h 19m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Milan and Brixen including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 5m faster (3h 51m by train vs 3h 56m by car) and roughly £37 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£43 vs £80). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Milan to Brixen

How to get to Brixen from Milan by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Milan to Brixen is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Italo8973 · Itabus | 1060
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Cheapest

  • Italo8973 · Itabus | 1060
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Fastest

  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9733+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3844
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  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3846
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  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale Veloce 3842
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  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 3848
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  • Italo8973 · Itabus | 1060
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  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
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  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
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  • Air DolomitiOS528+Austrian AirlinesOS101
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  • Austrian AirlinesAZ7698 · AZ5104
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  • Austrian AirlinesAZ7698 · AZ5132
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Best day trips from Brixen by train

The most popular day trips by train from Brixen are Bolzano, Trento, Merano, Urtijëi and Bruneck-Brunico. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Brixen on Omio.

A view of Bolzano

Day trip from Brixen to Bolzano by train

Why visit Bolzano for the day?

Bolzano blends Italian and Austrian influences in a polished South Tyrolean setting. It is best known for Ötzi the Iceman, arcaded streets and a backdrop of vineyards and Dolomite peaks.

A view of Trento

Day trip from Brixen to Trento by train

Why visit Trento for the day?

Trento is known for its Renaissance frescoed buildings, Alpine setting and the history of the Council of Trent. Its compact centre, with Castello del Buonconsiglio and lively squares, feels both scholarly and relaxed.

A view of Merano

Day trip from Brixen to Merano by train

Why visit Merano for the day?

Merano is a South Tyrolean spa town known for its mild climate, Alpine backdrop and palm-lined promenades. Italian and Austrian influences meet in its historic centre, thermal baths and gardens, giving it a calm, elegant feel.

A view of Urtijëi

Day trip from Brixen to Urtijëi by train

Why visit Urtijëi for the day?

Urtijëi is a Val Gardena town known for woodcarving, Ladin culture and Dolomite scenery. Its compact centre feels Alpine and relaxed, with mountain views shaping daily life in every season.

A view of Bruneck-Brunico

Day trip from Brixen to Bruneck-Brunico by train

Why visit Bruneck-Brunico for the day?

Bruneck-Brunico is a South Tyrolean town known for its colourful old centre and Bruneck Castle above the rooftops. Italian and Austrian influences meet here, giving it a distinctly Alpine character close to Kronplatz.

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FAQs: Milan to Brixen

Travel to Brixen 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 Milan to Brixen.

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There are 3 options to travel between Milan and Brixen including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Brixen is a coach with an average price of £38.

This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Brixen:

A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Brixen costing on average £43.

A coach is £271 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Brixen costing on average £309.

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Brixen is by train with an average journey time of 4h 21m.

Other travel options to Brixen take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 23m.

Coach takes on average 7h 19m.

The Milan to Brixen distance is approximately 236 km.
The average frequency per day from Milan to Brixen is:
  • Around 15 trains per day.
  • Around 4 coaches per day.
  • Around 3 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Milan and Brixen as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Milan to Brixen:
  • Flights mostly depart from Milan Linate Airport and arrive in Innsbruck Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Milan Centrale and arrive in Bressanone/Brixen.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano and arrive in Bressanone, A-22 Bressanone-Val.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Milan to Brixen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo, Deutsche Bahn to go to Brixen by train.
  • Travel with Austrian Airlines, Air Dolomiti to go to Brixen by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Autostradale to go to Brixen by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Milan to Brixen:
  • 0 direct coaches per day with Autostradale.
Omio customers who travel from Milan to Brixen often also extend their vacation to go to Bolzano, Innsbruck, Munich, Verona, Venice. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Brixen and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Milan to Brixen, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
A stay of 2-3 days in Brixen is ideal to enjoy its charming old town, explore the surrounding mountains, and visit local attractions like the Brixen Cathedral and the Hofburg Palace.

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