What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Milan?

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Milan is to fly and train which costs €30 - €160 and takes 5h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madrid to Milan?

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Milan is to fly which takes 4h 38m and costs €65 - €200.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Milan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madrid Mendez Alvaro Estacion Sur and arriving at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 24h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and Milan?

No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Milan. However, there are services departing from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arriving at Milano Centrale via Barcelona-Sants and Lyon Part Dieu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 52m.

How far is it from Madrid to Milan?

The distance between Madrid and Milan is 1199 km. The road distance is 1474.6 km.

How do I travel from Madrid to Milan without a car?

The best way to get from Madrid to Milan without a car is to train which takes 14h 52m and costs €100 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Madrid to Milan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Milan bus from?

Madrid to Milan bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Madrid Mendez Alvaro Estacion Sur station.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Milan train from?

Madrid to Milan train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station.

Train, bus or fly from Madrid to Milan?

The best way to get from Madrid to Milan is to fly which takes 4h 38m and costs €65 - €200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €100 - €200 and takes 14h 52m, you could also bus, which costs €70 - €100 and takes 24h 30m.

Where does the Madrid to Milan bus arrive?

Madrid to Milan bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Where does the Madrid to Milan train arrive?

Madrid to Milan train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Barcelona-Sants station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Milan?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Milan is 1475 km. It takes approximately 16h 11m to drive from Madrid to Milan.

How do I get a train ticket from Madrid to Milan?

Book your Madrid to Milan train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Madrid to Milan?

Book your Madrid to Milan bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Milan?

There are 14311+ hotels available in Milan.

Madrid to Milan - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Madrid to Milan by plane, train (Renfe, Ouigo, Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Milan Linate Airport
best
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)plane MAD - LIN
4h 38m
€68–195
Fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane MAD - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Milano Porta Garibalditrain
5h 28m
€33–158
Train
1. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona-Santstrain Ave
2. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Lyon Part Dieutrain
3. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Milano Centraletrain Fr
14h 52m
€100–200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madrid Mendez Alvaro Estacion Sur to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3419 / ...
24h 30m
€70–100
Drive 1,474.6 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Milancar 1,474.6 km
16h 11m
€229–331
Fly to Il Caravaggio International Airport
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)plane MAD - BGY
5h 22m
€62–227
Fly to Turin Caselle Airport, train
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Turin Caselle Airport (TRN)plane MAD - TRN
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Milano Centraletrain
6h 18m
€69–242
Bus via Geneva
1. Take the bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Geneva - Bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus BlaBlaCar Bus
28h 35m
€152–288

Madrid to Milan by train

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14h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,199.1 km
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Milan, Italy?

Iberia, Air Europa, and ITA Airways fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Milano Centrale via Barcelona-Sants and Lyon Part Dieu in around 14h 52m.

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