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How to travel from Milan to Bellinzona by train
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Milano / Milan / Mailand to Bellinzona by train
Until recently when travelling from Milano to Bellinzona by train there was a choice of two direct services, but the Regionale trains have now been diverted so that they arrive in Locarno instead.
Therefore the only direct rail link from Milano to Bellinzona is by taking the express EC trains, which will be heading on to other destinations in Switzerland.
Though if you will be travelling with a Eurail or InterRail pass, you can avoid paying a rail pass reservation fee in excess of €10 to travel by these EC trains, by taking those Regionale trains to Lugano and connecting there for Bellinzona.
Routes you can take to go from Milano / Milan / Mailand to Bellinzona
When travelling between most cities by train there is only one logical option, though on other journeys there is a choice between different trains or alternative routes. If different options are available you can use the info to decide which is best for you.
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Route Information
Station Guides
Travel Time (approx)
1hr 35min
Frequency
Daily
Travel Info
10 x trains per day
Is the journey from Milano to Bellinzona direct?
Yes, there is no need to make a connection when taking this route.
Is the journey scenic?
South of Lugano station, there a views over Lake Lugano on the right when facing the direction of travel.
See the Journey Information below for images and videos captured by ShowMeTheJourney on this route.
What other tourist locations are along the route from Milano to Bellinzona?
These trains also call at Lugano
When is the usual approximate earliest arrival at Bellinzona from Milano Centrale on this journey option?
Around 08:45 daily
Source = European Rail Timetable
When is the usual approximate latest departure from Milano Centrale to Bellinzona on this journey option
Before 19:15 daily
Source = European Rail Timetable
How easy is it to get to the station in Milano?
Milano Centrale is served by two Metro lines, the M2 and the M3.
There are also typically 2 x trains per hour from Malpensa Airport.
See the Station Guide above for more info, plus easy access to multiple options for booking somewhere to stay by Milano Centrale.
Are tickets cheaper if booked in advance for these Milano to Bellinzona trains?
Yes, and they can be purchased from a choice of booking agents - see below.
Click on the 'Good to know info' to access step-by-step guides on how to make a booking.
How soon ahead of travel are tickets typically placed on sale for these Milano to Bellinzona trains?
Typically up to 4 months ahead of the travel date; though this period of time can be shorter, particularly when searching for journeys more than three months ahead during October and March.
What are the child ticket terms for these Milano to Bellinzona trains?
Children aged 6 -15 receive a 20% discount, those aged 5 and under aren't charged for a ticket.
Note that these terms are different to the national child ticket policies in Italy and Switzerland.
Does the ticket for these Milano to Bellinzona trains include assigned seats?
Yes - See the Train Guide in the Journey Information for insights on how to board the train.
Do rail pass users need to book reservations for these Milano to Bellinzona trains?
Yes - See the rail pass reservation guide for info on the multiple booking options.
Is catering available on the Milano to Bellinzona trains on this journey option?
Yes, there is a bar/bistro car and a restaurant.
See the Train Guide in the Journey Information.
What else is good to know about Italian rail travel?
Check out the guide to travelling by train in Italy.
What else is good to know about Swiss rail travel?
Check out the guide to travelling by train in Switzerland.
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