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Milan → Zurich · EuroCity (SBB / Trenitalia)
Milan → Zurich
Panorama by appointment: the direct EuroCity leaves Milan Centrale, threads the Como valley and dives under the Simplon to emerge in Swiss lakeside towns 3 h 17 later. Borders, mountain weather and lunch — all handled from one seat.
3h 17Duration
0Transfers
5.5×CO₂ vs flying
From €40Ticket budget
TrainTransport
Booked 2–3 months ahead€29–55
Booked this week€60–76
One-way fares, per person, 2nd class · verified 4 Oct 2026
Day · Leg
Leg
| Leg | Transport / Operator | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Milan → Zurich | EuroCity | 3h 17 |
Pass advice
Pass advice
Sit on the LEFT from Zurich–Milan direction and RIGHT from Milan for the lake views.
The line climbs to 700 m before the 20 km Simplon tunnel — ears pop twice.
Currency changes mid-journey (euro to franc) — card payments just work the whole way.