Milan Malpensa — Malpensa Express
Milan Malpensa (MXP) to Milan — Updated 2026
The Malpensa Express is the operator-recommended option from Milan Malpensa (MXP): €13 one-way, every 30 minutes to Cadorna (36 min) or Centrale (50 min), with carriages purpose-built for airport luggage. Trains run from 05:43 to 23:23 to Cadorna; to Centrale, hourly off-peak with last service 22:43. The €15 combo ticket adds one metro/tram/bus journey on arrival — useful if your hotel needs a metro transfer at Cadorna or Centrale. Buy at the underground MXP train concourse (English machines), via the Trenord app, or onboard with a €2 surcharge. The Bovisa stop is the secret stop — same €13 fare, 32 minutes from MXP, with M2/M3 connections faster than at Centrale if your hotel is in northwest Milan. Italian rail enforcement is strict: validate your ticket (green machines on the platform) before boarding — failure costs €40.
Malpensa Express stops
| Station / Stop | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| MXP Terminal 1/2 | 0 min | Underground train station — XPN platform |
| Saronno | ~22 min | Suburban stop, occasional service |
| Milano Bovisa | 32 min | M2 + M3 interchange — fastest combo for some |
| Milano Cadorna | 36 min | M1 + M2 interchange — best for Duomo |
| Milano Centrale | 50 min | M2 + M3 interchange — for intercity rail |
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Malpensa Express vs alternatives
| Option | Cost | Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malpensa Express → Cadorna | €13 | 36 min | Best for Duomo, San Babila, city centre. |
| Malpensa Express → Centrale | €13 | 50 min | Best for onward intercity / international trains. |
| Malpensa Express → Bovisa | €13 | 32 min | Best for NoLo / Isola / northwest Milan. |
| Combo + Metro | €15 | 40–55 min | +€2 includes one metro/tram journey at destination. |
| Malpensa Shuttle bus | €10 | 50–80 min | Cheaper but slower in traffic. |
| Taxi (flat fare) | €95 | 45–60 min | Door to door. No transfers. |
FAQ
How much is the Malpensa Express train?+
The Malpensa Express costs €13 one-way to Milano Cadorna, Bovisa, or Centrale. The combo ticket including one metro/tram/bus journey at destination is €15. Children under 4 travel free; under-14s pay €6.50. Same-day round trip is €20 (Cadorna) or €25 (Centrale).
How long is the train from Malpensa to Milan?+
Malpensa Express to Cadorna takes 36 minutes; to Bovisa, 32 minutes; to Centrale, 50 minutes. Trains run every 30 minutes to Cadorna. First train 05:43, last train 23:23 (to Cadorna) or 22:43 (to Centrale).
Where do I buy Malpensa Express tickets?+
Ticket machines (English) sit in the underground train concourse at both MXP terminals. You can also buy via the Trenord app (same price), or onboard from the conductor with a €2 surcharge. Cards, contactless and cash all accepted at the machine.
Is the Malpensa Express better than the bus?+
Yes for most travellers — the train is more predictable (no A8 traffic), runs every 30 minutes, and only costs €3 more than the €10 bus. The exception: if you're travelling overnight (after 23:23) or going somewhere on the bus route the train doesn't reach (e.g. direct to Linate via Linate Shuttle), the bus wins. Otherwise, train.
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