HOW TO GET TO MILAN MALPENSA BY TRAIN
Discover how to get to Malpensa by train with the Malpensa Express.
Discover Malpensa Express timetables to and from Milan: frequent connections with the city’s main railway stations and dedicated stops at the airport terminals. Check the next departure and purchase tickets online to travel without waiting.
Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Games Service Enhancement
On the occasion of the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Games, significant enhancements to the rail service are planned:
From January 23, the RE51 Milan Central Station – Malpensa Airport line will be upgraded and extended to Gallarate, while continuing to serve Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
Connections every 30 minutes between Malpensa and Gallarate. Travel times: 8 minutes to T2 and 15 minutes to T1.
First departure from Milan Central Station at 4:55, last departure at 23:25
From January 23 to February 25, trains on the Milan Central–Malpensa Airport route will operate with extended service hours in the early morning and late evening. In particular:
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From Milan Central to Malpensa T2: first train at 4:55, last train around 2:25
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From Malpensa T2 to Milan Central: first train at 5:37, last train at 2:37
From February 7 to March 15, on Saturdays and Sundays only, two additional high-speed (AV) services will operate on the Trieste–Milan Central–Malpensa Airport T2 route, with two daytime round trips per day.
In particular:
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The train departing from Malpensa Airport T2 at 11:37 will arrive at Venice Santa Lucia at 15:12
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The Frecciarossa departing from Udine at 6:15 will arrive at Malpensa Airport T2 at 11:22, with intermediate stops along the Milan–Venice corridor
Detailed timetables and connections to Valtellina are available on the dedicated website: https://www.trenord.it/en/milano-cortina-2026/
From February 5 to February 22, 2026, the TILO S50 rail service will offer two special Milan–Bellinzona connections, departing at 23:43 and 00:43.
On Sunday–Monday nights, these services will operate only as far as Mendrisio.
Passengers are kindly invited to check the official channels for any updates and further service details: https://www.trenord.it/en/milano-cortina-2026/
REACHING MALPENSA AIRPORT WITH THE MALPENSA EXPRESS
Milan Malpensa Airport can be easily reached from downtown Milan by the Malpensa Express train, a convenient service that offers fast and efficient connections between the city and the airport. Thanks to its high frequency, travelers can enjoy a reliable and fast connection while avoiding city traffic. Once on board, passengers can appreciate the comfort of the carriages and enjoy a stress-free commute. In addition, the Malpensa Express is a convenient solution for those who want to reach the airport in a timely and safe manner, helping to make the whole journey a pleasant and smooth experience.
Stops and timetables
From Milano Centrale to MXP T1-T2, the Malpensa Express runs from 5:25 AM to 11:25 PM every 30 minutes, with intermediate stops at Milano Porta Garibaldi, Milano Bovisa Politecnico, Saronno, Rescaldina, Castellanza, Busto Arsizio, and Ferno/Lonate Pozzolo.
From MXP T1-T2 to Milano Centrale, the Malpensa Express runs from 5:09 AM to 10:09 PM every 30 minutes, with intermediate stops at Ferno/Lonate Pozzolo, Busto Arsizio, Castellanza, Rescaldina, Saronno, Milano Bovisa Politecnico, and Milano Porta Garibaldi.
To reach Malpensa Airport with the Malpensa Express, you can pay directly with your credit or debit card avoiding the queues at the ticket machines.
For tickets and timetables, please click here.
FROM/TO CANTON TICINO
(Switzerland)
Stations and Timetables
The Tilo S50 train directly connects Malpensa Airport with Canton Ticino from Biasca via Bellinzona, Lugano, Mendrisio, Varese and Gallarate.
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From MalpensaT1-T2 to Switzerland, the service runs from 6:13 am to 11:13 pm with one train every hour.
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From Switzerland to Malpensa T1-T2, service operates from 4:33 to 21:33 with one train every hour.
Click here for more details on stops, schedules and to purchase a ticket.
