Taking the train from Vienna to Milan

Ready to book a trip from Vienna to Milan by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train cost for travel between Vienna and Milan

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is AU$87.16, but can go to AU$171 when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and AU$237 when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 6 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Vienna to Milan train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Vienna to Milan is at 17:21 and the last is at 19:18. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 17:21 and the last one is at 19:18. You can expect 3 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 58 minutes.

Vienna to Milan train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 623 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 12 hours and 24 minutes.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Vienna and Milan?

You can secure tickets for travel between Vienna and Milan up to 6 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Learn more about train travel from Vienna to Milan

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Vienna and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Milan city guide.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Vienna to Milan by train?

The train journey between Vienna and Milan covers 623 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Vienna to Milan?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at AU$87.16. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around AU$171. If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically AU$237.

When are tickets available for booking for travel from Vienna to Milan by train?

You can purchase tickets for this journey 6 months ahead of the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Vienna to Milan?

The fastest journey on this route takes 12 hours and 24 minutes.