The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Margherita to Milan
Cheapest price
$100
Average price
$100
Fastest journey
10 h 55 m
Average duration
11 h 27 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
971 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Margherita to Milan will cost around $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $100.
Of the 2 trains that leave Santa Margherita for Milan on Sat, Nov 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 08 the direct trains cover the 971 km distance in an average of 11 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 55 m .
On Sat, Nov 08 the slowest trains will take 11 h 58 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Santa Margherita to Milan
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a train costs an average of €81.
Distance: 603 miles (971 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€119 Average price | €60 Average price Cheapest | €77 Average price |
13h 28m Average total duration 12h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 35m Average total duration 21h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Santa Margherita to Milan train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita to Milan trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:55 AM Santa Margherita | 10h55 | 3:50 PM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:32 PM Santa Margherita | 15h18 | 6:50 AM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Margherita to Milan
Trains from Santa Margherita to Milan run on average 3 times per day, taking around 12h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $100 (€81) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 603 miles (971 km) distance in 10h 55m.
Distance 603 miles (971 km) |
Average train duration 12h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $100 (€81) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 10h 55m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 22:35 |
Train companies: Intercity, Regionale from Santa Margherita to Milan trainsIntercity, Regionale trains will get you between Santa Margherita and Milan from $19 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Santa Margherita to Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita to Milan by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Margherita to Milan
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Caffeteria Panni Caldi
- Princi
- Burgez
- Bricco Café
- U! Come tu mi vuoi
- Autogrill
- Culto
- Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
- Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova
- AC Hotel by Marriott Milano
- Tocq Hotel
- Metro lines: M2, M5
- Bus lines: 43, 56, 70, 94
- Train lines: R21, R31, S1, S11, S2, S5, S7, S8
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Via G Battista Cassinis.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro
- Osteria La Piola
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Starhotels Business Palace
- Hotel Mistral
- Hotel Brenta Milano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and high-speed services
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
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