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Traveling from Rome to Milan is fastest and most comfortable by high-speed train, taking just three hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus, which is cheaper but requires at least eight hours of travel.
Taking a night bus from Rome to Milan is a good option if you want to save on hotel costs.
The distance from Rome to Milan is 357 miles (574 kilometers), and driving is both time-consuming and expensive. If you travel by private or rental car, in addition to fuel costs, you’ll need to pay a toll of around 43 euros.
Let’s take a closer look at all the ways to get from Rome to Milan:
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By High-Speed Train
The high-speed train from Rome to Milan operated by ItaloTreno is the best option. The journey takes only 2 hours and 50 minutes. If you buy tickets 3 to 4 months in advance online at the official ItaloTreno.com website, you can save significantly.
For example, if booked four months ahead, the cheapest tickets start at just 19.90 euros.
If you purchase a ticket the day before travel, it’s unlikely to cost less than 79.90 euros.
Keep in mind that during the summer months, train tickets can sell out several days in advance.
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By Bus
Comfortable FlixBus coaches operate between Rome and Milan. The journey takes at least 8 hours, though you should realistically plan for around 10 hours. Tickets range from 10 to 40 euros, depending on the month and how early you book.
If you’re not tall and enjoy bus travel, consider taking a night bus from Rome to Milan to save on hotel costs.
Booking at least a month in advance can secure tickets for as little as 10 euros. For example, you can depart from Rome at 11:45 PM from Roma Tiburtina and arrive at Milan’s San Donato M3 metro station at 8:25 AM.
Read more about the Milan Metro and the Rome Metro.
By Car
Rome is connected to Milan by the E35/A1 toll highway, with toll fees amounting to 42.60 euros.
You can calculate current toll fees on the official Italian highways website www.autostrade.it/it/pedaggio.
Also read how to avoid parking fines in Rome.
By Plane
Direct flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Milan’s Linate Airport (LIN) are operated several times daily by ITA Airways. Ticket prices range from 50 to 160 euros one-way, and the flight time is 1 hour 10 minutes.
