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The 14 Best Day Trips from Turin

Drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan for every place worth the trip.

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There are 14 good day trips from Turin, Italy, led by Milan, Genoa, Quarto Oggiaro. The closest is Asti, about 50 min by car, and 1 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Day trips from Turin at a glance

DestinationDistanceDrive timeBest as
Milan125 km E1 hr 55 minFull-day trip
Genoa124 km SE1 hr 55 minFull-day trip
Quarto Oggiaro124 km NE1 hr 55 minFull-day trip
Monza136 km NE2 hr 10 minFull-day trip
Novara84 km NE1 hr 20 minFull-day trip
Alessandria75 km E1 hr 25 minFull-day trip
Como136 km NE2 hr 10 minFull-day trip
Busto Arsizio109 km NE1 hr 40 minFull-day trip
Sesto San Giovanni131 km NE2 hr 5 minFull-day trip
Varese122 km NE1 hr 55 minFull-day trip
Cinisello Balsamo131 km NE2 hr 5 minFull-day trip
Asti45 km SE50 minHalf-day trip
Lugano144 km NE2 hr 15 minLong day or overnight
Chambéry149 km W2 hr 20 minLong day or overnight

Drive times are estimates from the distance. Check live traffic before you leave.

The best day trips from Turin

  1. 1

    Milan, Italy

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 55 min by car125 km east of Turin3 hr 50 min round trip

    What travelers see in Milan

    • Duomo di Milano - Witness the stunning Gothic architecture of Milan's cathedral, a symbol of the city with breathtaking views from its rooftop.
    • Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II - Explore one of the world's oldest shopping malls, known for its stunning glass and iron architecture, upscale shops, and vibrant atmosphere.
    • Sforzesco Castle - Visit this impressive castle with rich history, surrounded by beautiful gardens and museums showcasing art and artifacts.

    Also nearby: Pavia.

    5 traveler itinerariesThings to do in Milan
  2. 2

    Genoa, Italy

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 55 min by car124 km south-east of Turin3 hr 50 min round trip
  3. 3

    Quarto Oggiaro, Italy

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 55 min by car124 km north-east of Turin3 hr 50 min round trip
  4. 4

    Monza, Italy

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr 10 min by car136 km north-east of Turin4 hr 20 min round trip
  5. 5

    Novara, Italy

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 20 min by car84 km north-east of Turin2 hr 40 min round trip
  6. 6

    Alessandria, Italy

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car75 km east of Turin2 hr 50 min round trip
  7. 7

    Como, Italy

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr 10 min by car136 km north-east of Turin4 hr 20 min round trip
  8. 8

    Busto Arsizio, Italy

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 40 min by car109 km north-east of Turin3 hr 20 min round trip
  9. 9

    Sesto San Giovanni, Italy

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr 5 min by car131 km north-east of Turin4 hr 10 min round trip
  10. 10

    Varese, Italy

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 55 min by car122 km north-east of Turin3 hr 50 min round trip
  11. 11

    Cinisello Balsamo, Italy

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr 5 min by car131 km north-east of Turin4 hr 10 min round trip
  12. 12

    Asti, Italy

    Half-day trip
    About 50 min by car45 km south-east of Turin1 hr 40 min round trip
  13. 13

    Lugano, Switzerland

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 15 min by car144 km north-east of Turin4 hr 30 min round trip
  14. 14

    Chambéry, France

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 20 min by car149 km west of Turin4 hr 40 min round trip

A sample day trip: Turin to Milan

A realistic pace for Milan, 125 km from Turin. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.

  1. 07:30Leave Turin
  2. 09:25Arrive in Milan (1 hr 55 min drive)
  3. 09:40Duomo di Milano
  4. 11:40Lunch
  5. 12:55Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
  6. 14:40Sforzesco Castle
  7. 16:10Head back to Turin
  8. 18:05Home in Turin

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Turin?
The best day trips from Turin are Milan, Genoa, Quarto Oggiaro, Monza, Novara. The closest is Asti, about 50 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Turin?
Asti is the closest, 45 km south-east of Turin, roughly 50 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Turin?
One place is within about an hour's drive of Turin: Asti (50 min).
What is the biggest city near Turin for a day out?
Milan is the largest city in day-trip range, 125 km east of Turin and about 1 hr 55 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
How far is too far for a day trip from Turin?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Chambéry at 149 km, around 2 hr 20 min by car, which is better as a long day or an overnight stay.

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