City connection

Zurich to Milan by train

Zürich HB → CENTRALE FS

Fastest

3 h 18 min

Typical

3 h 25 min

Direct trains

Yes

Fewest changes

0

Operators

Schweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB, TRENITALIA, Schweizerische Südostbahn (sob), Trenord

Times sampled from live European timetable data (Transitous) for a typical weekday (2026-07-14). Schedules vary by day — always check the operator when booking.

How long does the train from Zurich to Milan take?

The fastest connection takes about 3 h 18 min; a typical journey takes around 3 h 25 min.

Is there a direct train from Zurich to Milan?

Yes — direct trains run on this route (Zürich HB → CENTRALE FS).

Which operators run trains from Zurich to Milan?

Schweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB, TRENITALIA, Schweizerische Südostbahn (sob), Trenord.

Legendary routes through Zurich or Milan

• Frecciarossa Milan → Rome
• Nightjet Vienna → Zurich
• Gotthard Express Zurich → Milan

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• Zurich → Berlin fastest 8 h 41 min
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