Train from Zürich to Milano: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Zürich to Milano on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Trenitalia EurocityTrain
Zurich HB (Main Station)
Milano CentraleCheapestFastest
Trenitalia EurocityTrain
Zurich HB (Main Station)
Milano CentraleNo tags
Trenitalia EurocityTrain
Zurich HB (Main Station)
Milano CentraleNo tags
Trenitalia EurocityTrain
Zurich HB (Main Station)
Milano CentraleNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:28 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Zürich to Milano

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Milano. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 144, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day
3h 20mAverage duration
218 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 341 - R 2 960Average duration4h 25m
5kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 626 - R 3 112Average duration3h 17m
5kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 144 - R 863Average duration3h 20m
9kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Zürich to Milano by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Zürich to Milano?

    The cheapest train tickets from Zürich to Milano start from R 626. The average price for this train route is around R 1 933. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Zürich to Milano?

    The average train journey time from Zürich to Milano is 3h 17m, covering a distance of 217 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 17m and is operated by Trenitalia.

  3. Which train operators serve the Zürich to Milano route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day, including services from Trenitalia, TGV Lyria.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Zürich to Milano?

    The earliest train from Zürich to Milano departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 19:33.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Zürich to Milano?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is TGV Lyria, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Zürich to Milano?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator TGV Lyria has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Zürich to Milano?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is TGV Lyria, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Zürich to Milano?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is TGV Lyria, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
09/12
R 1 890
10/12
R 1 888
Today
R 1 920
12/12
R 1 917
13/12
R 1 901
14/12
R 1 791
15/12
R 1 772
16/12
R 1 579
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Zürich to Milano was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 579

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Zürich to Milano as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 579 to R 3 054 for a train ticket from Zürich to Milano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 579, which is on 2025-12-16.

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