Milan to Rome: Train Time by Frecciarossa, Italo, or Flight

Milan to Rome takes about 3 hours by direct high-speed train, and as fast as 2h55, running several times an hour on the combined Frecciarossa and Italo services from Milano Centrale to Roma Termini, city centre to city centre. It is one of Europe's busiest high-speed corridors, so advance fares start from around EUR 20 to 30 when booked early. Flights exist but once you add airport transfers and check-in the train wins door to door. Here is how the times and fares compare.

Heading further south after Rome? Read our Rome to Naples train guide. Going on to Venice? Read our Rome to Venice train guide.

Fastest	Frecciarossa or Italo, about 2h55 to 3h
Frequency	Several high-speed trains an hour
Cheapest	Advance high-speed fares booked early
Route	Milano Centrale to Roma Termini, about 480 km

Mode	Operator	Duration	Approx fare	Overnight
Train	Frecciarossa / Italo Direct, several an hour combined, Milano Centrale to Roma Termini. Book ahead for advance fares from about EUR 20 to 30.	about 3h (as fast as 2h55)	approx €20 to €90	No	Check on 12Go →
Train	Frecciarossa / Italo (slower stops) High-speed trains that call at Bologna and Florence, a touch slower but often cheaper.	about 3h15 to 3h30	approx €20 to €60	No	Check on 12Go →
Flight	ITA Airways / easyJet (MXP/LIN to FCO) Quick in the air, but transfers to Malpensa or Linate and out to Fiumicino usually erase the time saving versus the centre-to-centre train.	about 1h15 plus airport time	approx €40 to €120	No	Compare on Kiwi →

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How long is the train from Milan to Rome?

About 3 hours on the direct Frecciarossa or Italo, and as fast as 2h55 on the quickest non-stop services. Trains run several times an hour from Milano Centrale to Roma Termini.

What is the Milan to Rome train time?

The fastest non-stop Frecciarossa and Italo services take about 2h55 to 3h, while trains that stop at Bologna and Florence take around 3h15 to 3h30.

Is there a direct train from Milan to Rome?

Yes. Frecciarossa and Italo run direct several times an hour with no change, from Milano Centrale to Roma Termini, city centre to city centre.

Is it better to fly or take the train from Milan to Rome?

The train usually wins. It is about 3 hours centre to centre, while a flight adds transfers to Malpensa or Linate and out to Fiumicino plus check-in, which erases the time saved in the air.

How much is the train from Milan to Rome?

Advance high-speed fares start from about EUR 20 to 30 when booked early, rising closer to departure. Flexible and last-minute tickets cost more.

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