The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Geneva
Cheapest price
$113
Average price
$113
Fastest journey
4 h 21 m
Average duration
4 h 32 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
250 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Geneva will cost around $113 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $113.
Of the 3 trains that leave Milan for Geneva every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 250 km distance in an average of 4 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 55 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.
EuroCity 44
EuroCity 46
EuroCity 40
EuroCity 44
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EuroCity 46Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Milan to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $94.
Distance: 250 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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$121 Average Price | $44 Average Price Cheapest | $320 Average Price |
4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Milan to Geneva train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Geneva trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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EuroCity 40 | On time 7:10 am Milan Centrale | 4h21 | 11:31 am Geneva station | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 44 | 4:10 pm Milan Centrale | 4h21 | 8:31 pm Geneva station | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 46 | 6:10 pm Milan Centrale | 4h55 | 11:05 pm Geneva station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Geneva
Trains from Milan to Geneva run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $105 but you can travel from only $25 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 250 km distance in 4h 21m.
Distance 250 km |
Average train duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $105 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 21m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:21 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity from Milan to Geneva trainsTrenitalia, SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity trains will get you between Milan and Geneva from $25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Milan to Geneva train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Geneva 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 Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Milan Centrale, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Geneva, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Milan and Geneva
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, accessible from Viale Certosa.
- Burger King
- Ristorante Pizzeria La Certosa
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Mirage
- Klima Hotel Milano Fiere
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 14
- Ristorante Al Vecchio Porco
- Osteria dei Vecchi Sapori
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free of charge
- Radisson Blu Hotel Milan
- Hotel Sunflower
- Hotel Berlino
- Free
- Tram: Line 12
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with access from Route de Chêne.
- Restaurant Le Jardin
- Café des Bains
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Diplomate
- Hotel Century
- Hotel Sagitta
- Located in the main hall
- 56 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to France and regional destinations
- Tram: Line 12, Line 17
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de Montbrillant.
- Le Bistrot de Charlotte
- Les Brasseurs
- La Matze Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Warwick Geneva
- Hotel Cornavin
- ibis Styles Genève Gare
- Cost CHF 10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 532 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to France, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 14, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Route de l'Aéroport.
- Le Chef Genève Aéroport
- Montreux Jazz Café
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva
- ibis Geneva Airport Hotel
- Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva
- Located in the main hall
- 190 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Geneva city center and other Swiss destinations
- Train: Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) connections to Geneva city center and other destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 15
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