Geneva to Milan by train
Compare prices, times and book fast direct trains
Overview: trains from Geneva to Milan
Find the key information for travelling by train from Geneva to Milan, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
Geneva to Milan by train
Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Geneva to Milan? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 252 kilometres.
Train ticket cost for journeys between Geneva and Milan
Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically €44.61, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of €90, and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to €89.
How to find cheap train tickets
Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.
Train times for travel from Geneva to Milan
During the week, the earliest departure time is at 05:27 and the last departure is 18:39. On weekends, the first train departs at 05:15 and the last train leaves at 18:39. On average, a total of 8 trains make this journey each day.
Average train travel time from Geneva to Milan
The quickest time by train is 3 hours and 58 minutes, travelling a total distance of 252 kilometres.
How far in advance Geneva and Milan tickets go on sale
Tickets for travel between Geneva and Milan are available 6 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.
Learn more about train travel from Geneva to Milan
Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Geneva and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Milan city guide.
FAQs about the train journey from Geneva to Milan
Want to know more about your journey from Geneva to Milan? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The total journey from Geneva to Milan is 252 kilometres.
The cheapest fare on this route is €44.61. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about €90. If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically €89.
You can purchase tickets for this route 6 months in advance.
The fastest travel time is 3 hours and 58 minutes.
Other train journeys from Geneva
- From Geneva to Lyon From €27.94
- From Geneva to Avignon From €73.01
- From Geneva to Bourg-Saint-Maurice From €33.80
- From Geneva to Aime-la-Plagne From €41.46
- From Geneva to Moûtiers From €29.74
- From Geneva to Marseille From €65.34
- From Geneva to Venice From €83.01
- From Geneva to Lausanne From €13.52
- From Geneva to Zurich From €54.08
- From Geneva to Bologna From €59.76
- From Geneva to Bern From €32.45
- From Geneva to Rome From €97.61
- From Geneva to Chambéry From €23.88
- From Geneva to London From €48.67
- From Geneva to Paris From €10.82
Other train journeys to Milan
- From London to Milan From €121.68
- From Paris to Milan From €33.35
- From Florence to Milan From €3.15
- From Venice to Milan From €10.46
- From Rome to Milan From €3.24
- From Verona to Milan From €10.82
- From Zurich to Milan From €13.61
- From Marseille to Milan From €24.52
- From Basel to Milan From €13.70
- From Margate to Milan From €550.61
- From Turin to Milan From €9.46
- From Ventimiglia to Milan From €9.73
- From Strasbourg to Milan From €45.16
- From Cannes to Milan From €88.69
- From Lyon to Milan From €13.61
Other train journeys from Milan
- From Milan to Florence From €11.36
- From Milan to Pisa From €6.31
- From Milan to Venice From €10.55
- From Milan to Rome From €15.68
- From Milan to Verona From €10.82
- From Milan to Taormina From €251.92
- From Milan to Padua From €14.87
- From Milan to Bari From €3.15
- From Milan to Bergamo From €9.37
- From Milan to Palermo From €6.31
- From Milan to Trieste From €17.12
- From Milan to Como From €5.77
230+ European rail operators Official partner of 230+ European rail operators
Travellers rate us "Excellent!"
Blog posts featuring Geneva or Milan
-
Winter rail journeys from Italy to Switzerland that stick the landing
Winter travel across the Alps can be simple. From Milan to Switzerland, trains provide a calm, reliable way to reach alpine towns and winter bases.Read more
-
6 underrated places to visit in Switzerland by train
Time is at the heart of Swiss culture. But so is enjoying its natural beauty and therein lies the problem. So much beauty, not enough time.Read more
-
Ride into Swiss Bliss with these easy day trips from Zürich
You’ve eaten all the chocolate you can face until Christmas, pushed your Niederdorf knees to the limit and crammed in as much of the Kunsthaus as possible. So where to next?Read more