Where to Stay Between Milan and Turin: The Perfect Stopover You Didn't Know You Needed
- amycasettadicharme
- Apr 2
- 3 min read
Updated: 5 days ago
Where to Stay Between Milan and Turin? Most people rush through in an hour on the highway, missing one of Northern Italy's best-kept secrets: Vercelli and its stunning rice fields.
If you're looking for a peaceful stopover that's more than just a bed for the night – somewhere authentic, beautiful, and completely off the tourist radar – you've found it.
Why Stop in Vercelli? The Perfect Middle Point
📍 Distance:
50 km from Milan (45 minutes by car)
80 km from Turin (1 hour by car)
30 minutes from Milan Malpensa Airport
Whether you're driving from Milan to Turin, flying into Malpensa and heading to Turin, or doing a Northern Italy road trip, Vercelli is the ideal place to break your journey.
What Makes It Special
Unlike typical highway stopovers, Vercelli offers:
✅ Europe's largest rice fields – a unique landscape you won't see anywhere else
✅ Historic city center with medieval architecture
✅ Authentic Piedmont cuisine (no tourist traps here)
✅ Peaceful countryside perfect for unwinding after city chaos
✅ Zero crowds – experience real Italian life
What to Do During Your Stopover
Option 1: Quick Stop (2-4 hours)
Perfect if you're just breaking a longer journey:
☕ Coffee in Vercelli – Piazza Cavour, the elegant town square
🏛️ Sant'Andrea Basilica – one of Italy's finest Gothic churches (15 minutes)
🍽️ Lunch – try panissa, the local rice dish
🌾 Drive through rice fields – 10 minutes from town center
Option 2: Overnight Stay (recommended!)
Turn your transit into a mini-vacation:
Evening:
Check in at AMY B&B (10 minutes from Vercelli)
Sunset walk through rice fields (literally from the doorstep)
Dinner in Vercelli or nearby village
Next morning:
Homemade breakfast at AMY B&B
Visit Vercelli city center (20 minutes)
Continue your journey refreshed
Why this works: You avoid driving tired, experience something unique, and arrive at your destination relaxed instead of stressed.
Why AMY B&B Is the Perfect Stopover
Location:
✅ 10 minutes from Vercelli – close but not in the city
✅ Right in the rice fields – wake up to stunning views
✅ Easy highway access – no complicated city driving
✅ Free parking – safe and convenient
Comfort:
✅ Only 2 rooms – quiet, personal, not a busy hotel
✅ Comfortable beds – rest properly after driving
✅ Private garden – space to stretch and breathe
✅ Homemade breakfast – start your day right
Practical:
✅ Late check-in available – flexible for travelers
✅ Secure bike storage – if you're cycling
✅ Local tips – we know the best places to eat and visit
What Guests Say
"We were driving from Milan to Turin and decided to stop overnight instead of rushing. Best decision! The rice fields at sunset were magical, and we actually felt relaxed when we arrived in Turin the next day."– Anna & Klaus, Germany
"Perfect stopover location. Clean, comfortable, and the breakfast was delicious. Much better than a highway hotel!"– Sophie, France
Practical Information
How to Get Here
From Milan:
By car: A4 highway, exit Greggio/Albano, 45 minutes
By train: Milan Centrale to Vercelli (1 hour), then 10 minutes by car/taxi
From Turin:
By car: A4 highway, 1 hour
By train: Turin Porta Nuova to Vercelli (1 hour)
From Malpensa Airport:
Direct drive: 30 minutes via SS336
Book Your Perfect Stopover
Stop rushing. Start experiencing.
Between Milan and Turin, there's a place where you can slow down, breathe, and discover a side of Italy most travelers never see.
AMY B&B – your peaceful stopover in the rice fields.
Questions about routes, timing, or what to see?
Contact us – we're happy to help plan your perfect stopover.
