Getting Around Milan
Find the best way to access the city from anywhere.
Milan Airport information
Milan's main airport is Milano Malpensa (MXP), about 50 km northwest of the city center, making it super convenient for groups arriving for conferences or quick business trips. The best part? You can hop on fast trains or buses straight to downtown, skipping traffic hassles—perfect if you're coordinating team pickups or scouting venues nearby. Just plan ahead for peak hours to keep everything smooth and on schedule.
Take the Malpensa Express train from Terminals 1 or 2 to Milano Centrale (50 minutes, around €13) or Cadorna station (35-40 minutes)—runs every 15-30 minutes from 5 AM to midnight.
Buses like Autostradale or Malpensa Shuttle from both terminals to Centrale station (50-70 minutes, €10 or less) are budget-friendly for larger groups.
Taxis or private transfers cost €90-100 and take 50-60 minutes; book ahead for events with gear or VIPs.
Pro tip for planners: Check Trenord app for real-time schedules and group tickets to save time near event hubs like Central Station.
Take the Malpensa Express train from Terminals 1 or 2 to Milano Centrale (50 minutes, around €13) or Cadorna station (35-40 minutes)—runs every 15-30 minutes from 5 AM to midnight.
Buses like Autostradale or Malpensa Shuttle from both terminals to Centrale station (50-70 minutes, €10 or less) are budget-friendly for larger groups.
Taxis or private transfers cost €90-100 and take 50-60 minutes; book ahead for events with gear or VIPs.
Pro tip for planners: Check Trenord app for real-time schedules and group tickets to save time near event hubs like Central Station.
Milan Train information
Milano Centrale is your go-to hub, Italy's second-busiest station, packed with high-speed trains to everywhere in Italy and beyond—ideal for delegates coming from Rome or Florence. It's right in the city center with tons of event spaces nearby, so guests can arrive, check in, and head to meetings without hassle. Suggest coordinating arrivals here to simplify logistics for multi-city trips.
High-speed Frecciarossa and Italo trains connect to major cities; book early for groups to snag seats together.
Direct Malpensa Express links airport to Centrale every 30 minutes, dropping you steps from hotels and venues.
Station has shops, eateries, and event-friendly spots like rooftop bars or conference halls nearby.
Handy for planners: Easy metro links (lines M2/M3) to convention centers; allow 10-15 extra minutes during rush hour.
High-speed Frecciarossa and Italo trains connect to major cities; book early for groups to snag seats together.
Direct Malpensa Express links airport to Centrale every 30 minutes, dropping you steps from hotels and venues.
Station has shops, eateries, and event-friendly spots like rooftop bars or conference halls nearby.
Handy for planners: Easy metro links (lines M2/M3) to convention centers; allow 10-15 extra minutes during rush hour.
Milan Public Transport Information
Getting around Milan is a breeze with its efficient public system, great for event teams zipping between venues, hotels, and the airport without renting cars. Use contactless cards or the ATM app for seamless metro, trams, and buses—super helpful for travelers on tight schedules or planners herding groups. Opt for Mi1-Mi3 tickets covering most zones, including airport shuttles, to keep costs low and routes simple.
Metro lines M1-M5 (purple M5 to Portello for conventions) run 6 AM-midnight; night buses fill gaps.
Single tickets €2.20 (90 minutes) or daily passes €7.60; tap bank cards on gates for auto-fares.
Trams and buses link Centrale to key spots like Duomo or CityLife district in 10-20 minutes.
Suggestion for events: Download ATM app for live times; bikes via BikeMi are free add-ons for short hops near venues.
Metro lines M1-M5 (purple M5 to Portello for conventions) run 6 AM-midnight; night buses fill gaps.
Single tickets €2.20 (90 minutes) or daily passes €7.60; tap bank cards on gates for auto-fares.
Trams and buses link Centrale to key spots like Duomo or CityLife district in 10-20 minutes.
Suggestion for events: Download ATM app for live times; bikes via BikeMi are free add-ons for short hops near venues.
