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

The cheapest way to get from Rome to Milan is to rideshare which costs €29 - €32 and takes 6h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rome to Milan is to fly which takes 2h 55m and costs €55 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Rome and Milan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni and arriving at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Rome and Milan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Roma Termini and arriving at Milano Centrale. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Rome to Milan?

The distance between Rome and Milan is 581 km. The road distance is 570.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Rome to Milan without a car is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs €75 - €170.

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

The train from Roma Termini to Milano Centrale takes 3h 5m including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Rome to Milan bus from?

Rome to Milan bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni station.

Where do I catch the Rome to Milan train from?

Rome to Milan train services, operated by ItaloTreno, depart from Roma Termini station.

Train, bus or fly from Rome to Milan?

The best way to get from Rome to Milan is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs €75 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €75 and takes 8h, you could also fly, which costs €55 - €160 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Rome to Milan bus arrive?

Rome to Milan bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Where does the Rome to Milan train arrive?

Rome to Milan train services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Rome to Milan?

Yes, the driving distance between Rome to Milan is 571 km. It takes approximately 5h 18m to drive from Rome to Milan.

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

Book your Rome to Milan train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Rome to Milan bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Milan?

There are 14622+ hotels available in Milan.

Can I share a ride from Rome to Milan?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Rome and Milan. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Rome to Milan - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, car

There are 6 ways to get from Rome to Milan by train (Trenitalia), bus, night train, car, rideshare, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Milano Centraletrain 9950 / ...
3h 5m
€75–170
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus Itabus
8h
€24–75
Night train
1. Take the night train from Roma Termini to Milano P.Garibaldinighttrain Ini
7h
€50–110
Drive 570.6 km
1. Drive from Rome to Milancar 570.6 km
5h 18m
€89–129
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Rome to Milanrideshare 571.6 km
6h 57m
€29–32
Fly
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)plane FCO - LIN
2h 55m
€55–159

Rome to Milan by train

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Distance: 580.6 km
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Rome, Italy and Milan, Italy?

ItaloTreno operates a train from Roma Termini to Milano Centrale every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €75–150 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Trenitalia Frecce also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, Itabus S.p.A. operates a bus from Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano 3 times a day. Tickets cost €30–65 and the journey takes 8h. Two other operators also service this route.

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