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Train travel in Europe and Italy
Wonderful places can be reached from Milan. If you are afraid of flying or are looking for a greener form of transportation in Europe, rail travel is the ideal option. Many trains depart from Milan stations every day. And some of these also allow access to foreign cities: Paris, Zurich, Frankfurt and others.
Milan – Paris
Milan-Paris is one of the most successful routes in recent years. The French Frecciarossa, as it has been nicknamed, connects Milan with other French cities: Modane, Chambéry, Lyon and Paris. The train also passes through Turin and in just over six hours makes it possible to reach the French capital. The cost of the ticket, if purchased in advance, can also be found at a low price. Ticket info.
Milan – French Riviera
Treni Turistici Italiani, a company inaugurated in July 2023 by Ferrovie dello Stato, under the leadership of CEO Luigi Cantamessa, has announced the introduction of a new route connecting Milan to the renowned seaside resorts of the French Riviera, scheduled to be operational starting this summer.
Milan – Zurich
From Milan, one can travel by train to the beautiful city of Zurich, located north of Lake Zurich and Switzerland. The train leaves from Central Station and takes just over three hours to arrive at the economic center of the country bordering Lombardy. The convoy also passes through other Swiss cities Chiasso, Lugano, Bellinzona, Arth-Goldau and Zug. I tickets can also be found for as little as €30.
Milan – Frankfurt
Eurocity trains also make it possible to reach Germany and get to beautiful Frankfurt. Of course, the journey is quite long: about 7.30 h. Reading enthusiasts, however, will be able to start that book they never had time to read. Besides, you know, train travel has a whole other charm. You can admire the landscape from the window and fly with your imagination. The train from Milan also passes through another German city: Freiburg. This small town in Brisgau is located in southwestern Germany. It is a region best known for its beautiful nature and picturesque villages.
Milan – Sestri Levante
Sestri Levante is a wonderful town overlooking two bays, the “Fables” bay and the “Silence” bay. From Milan each year, the sea trains to reach the most beautiful beaches in Liguria in a few hours. And this might be the right opportunity to visit Sestri Levante…
Milan – Reggio Calabria
Every summer, overnight Frecciarossa trains return between Milan and Calabria. You can travel at night to arrive in Reggio Calabria at 8:18 a.m., departure is scheduled for 9:20 p.m. The train passes through Milan Rogoredo, Reggio Emilia AV, Bologna Centrale, Florence S.M.N., Paola, Lamezia Terme Centrale, Rosarno and Villa S. Giovanni. I tickets can be found starting at €39.90 in standard.