Public Transport in Milan: Apps, Tickets & Tips 2026

Age Limits & Prices

Tips for Families

• Children under 10 travel free on all ATM Metro, buses and trams — no ticket or card required
• Strollers are allowed on Metro — use the lifts (available at most stations, though older M1/M2/M3 stations may have only escalators)
• The new M4 (blue line) is fully accessible and has wide doors — ideal for strollers going to/from Linate Airport
• For day trips, a 24h family pass isn't available — each adult buys their own pass; children under 10 travel free
• Trams: Historic trams have high steps — not suitable for strollers. Modern low-floor trams on some routes are stroller-friendly

🧮 Cost Estimate for a 3-day Family Trip

• Adults (2×): 2 × 72h pass = 2 × €15,50 = €31,00
• Children under 10: FREE
• Airport Linate (M4): just a regular €2,20 ticket each way per adult
• Airport Malpensa: €15,00 each way per adult (Malpensa Express)

Milan is served by three airports: Linate (LIN) — closest, now directly on the Metro M4; Malpensa (MXP) — the main international hub, 50 km northwest; and Orio al Serio/Bergamo (BGY) — popular with low-cost carriers, ~50 km northeast. Choose the right airport connection before you arrive.

🔵 Linate Airport (LIN) — Metro M4

🔴 Malpensa Airport (MXP) — Malpensa Express

• Centrale route: Connects to Milan Central Station (Centrale FS) — best if your hotel is in the northeast or you're catching a train
• Cadorna route: Connects to Cadorna FNM — in the city centre, near Castello Sforzesco; M1 (red) and M2 (green) interchange
• Buy Malpensa Express tickets at the airport or online — ATM tickets are NOT valid on this train

🟡 Orio al Serio Airport / Bergamo (BGY) — Bus

When does the Metro stop?

Milan's Metro does not run 24 hours. Last trains depart approximately 00:30 on weeknights and 01:30–02:00 on Friday and Saturday nights. After that, ATM night buses take over.

Night Buses (NM/N routes)

ATM operates night bus routes after midnight along the main Metro corridors. Your regular ATM ticket is valid — no extra charge.

Tips

• Tap contactless at Metro turnstiles — Visa/Mastercard/Apple Pay/Google Pay all work at all four Metro lines. Simplest method for tourists
• One ticket = 90 minutes on all ATM services — you can transfer between bus, tram and Metro within this window (single Metro entry only)
• Use the ATM Milano app to buy tickets and check real-time departures for trams and buses
• M4 to Linate is a game-changer — a direct metro ride for €2,20 beats any bus or taxi
• Historic trams on certain routes (like line 1 along Corso Buenos Aires) are a charming Milanese experience — slower but scenic
• Central Station (Centrale FS) is a transport hub — Metro M2/M3, Malpensa Express, regional and national trains all depart from here

Don'ts

• Don't board a tram or bus without validating — paper tickets must be stamped at the yellow machine; plain-clothes inspectors give fines from €35
• Don't use a single ATM ticket for the Malpensa Express — it's a separate train system (Trenord) with its own tickets
• Don't miss the last Metro — check departure times in the ATM app on evenings out; the gap between last Metro (~00:30) and first Metro (~05:45) is long
• Don't travel in the wrong direction on the circular M3 — check the terminal station name shown on the platform board
• Don't confuse M4 with M3 — both serve Centrale FS area but on different lines. M4 (blue) goes to Linate; M3 (yellow) goes south to Rogoredo

Rating: ★★★☆☆ (3/5 stars)

Milan's accessibility is improving but uneven. The brand-new M4 line is fully accessible, while parts of the older M1, M2 and M3 lines have gaps in lift coverage. Trams vary significantly — the historic rolling stock has high steps, while newer low-floor trams are accessible.

🔵 Metro M4 (blue): Fully Accessible

• Lifts at every station, wide doors, level boarding
• Wheelchair spaces in every carriage
• Audio and visual announcements
• Best accessible option for airport (Linate) to centre journeys

🔴🟢🟡 Metro M1, M2, M3: Partially Accessible

• Lifts available at major interchanges (Centrale FS, Duomo, Cadorna, Loreto)
• Many older stations have only stairs or escalators — check ATM accessibility map before travelling
• Wheelchair spaces present in trains, but platform-to-train gaps exist at some stations
• ATM passenger assistance: call +39 02 4803 4803 for pre-arranged help

Buses: Good

• Most ATM buses are low-floor with ramps — accessible for wheelchairs
• Kneeling function available on request — press the accessibility button at the stop

Trams: Mixed

• Historic trams (e.g. series 1500, 4900) have high steps — NOT accessible
• Modern low-floor trams (Sirio series) are accessible — check ATM app for route vehicle type
• Lines 14 and 24 operate mostly with modern low-floor vehicles

Taxis

Milan's white taxis are metered and licensed. They're more expensive than in southern Italian cities but reliable and honest.

• Start fare: €3,30 (daytime) / €6,60 (night/Sunday)
• Per km: approximately €1,10 daytime, €1,60 at night
• Airport fixed rates: Malpensa ~€95–105 (official fixed tariff), Linate ~€25–30, Orio al Serio ~€100 (approx.)
• Book via: Radio Taxi 02 4040, ItTaxi app, or flag from the street

🚗 Ride-Hailing

• Uber: Available in Milan (UberX, Uber Black, Uber Van) — often cheaper than white taxis for in-city trips
• Free Now: Licensed NCC drivers, bookable via app

BikeMi (Bike Sharing)

Milan's official bike sharing service with stations across the city centre.

• Daily subscription: €4,50 (unlimited rides up to 30 min free per ride)
• Weekly subscription: €9,00
• E-bikes available (first 30 min: €0,50; beyond: €0,25 per minute)
• Book via BikeMi app or at stations with credit card
• Great for flat rides around the centre — Duomo, Castello, Navigli, Brera

E-Scooters

• Lime, Bird, Helbiz, Dott: All operate in Milan — scan via app
• Typically €1,00 unlock + €0,25–0,30 per minute
• Must be parked in designated areas — random parking leads to fines

Italy has solid 4G coverage in Milan with increasing 5G availability. Free WiFi is available in the Metro stations and many cafes. An eSIM ensures you're connected from the moment you land at Linate or Malpensa.

Milan Central Station (Centrale FS) has luggage storage, and there are options near major tourist areas like the Duomo and Castello Sforzesco.