Airport to Milan City Center — Transfer Options & Prices

Getting from Milan Airport to City Center: Your No-Nonsense Guide

Milan has two main airports: Malpensa (MXP) for international flights and Linate (LIN) for domestic/european. Both are easy to reach city center (Duomo area), but prices and times vary. Here's exactly what you need.

From Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Milan City Center

1. Malpensa Express Train

Price: 14 EUR one way (book online for 12 EUR; kids under 12 free with adult).

Journey: 40-50 mins to Milano Cadorna station (10 mins from Duomo via metro).

Pros: Runs every 30 mins, no traffic delays, reliable. Great for strollers/luggage.

Cons: Requires 10-min metro transfer to Duomo (1.50 EUR).

Best for: Families (easy boarding), business travelers (on time, no stress).

2. Malpensa Shuttle Bus

Price: 10 EUR one way (book online for 8 EUR).

Journey: 45-60 mins to Milan Centrale station (direct, no transfers).

Pros: Direct to main station, no metro needed.

Cons: Traffic delays common (add 15+ mins), bus gets crowded.

Best for: Budget travelers (cheaper than train), solo travelers.

3. Taxi

Price: Fixed 55 EUR (no meter, includes tolls/tip).

Journey: 40-60 mins (traffic adds time).

Pros: Door-to-door, no transfers, ideal for heavy luggage.

Cons: Most expensive option, traffic makes it unreliable.

Best for: Families with 3+ people, late-night arrivals.

4. Private Transfer

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