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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dortmund to Milan
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- €65
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- €65
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 19 h 19 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 19 h 19 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 1
- Distance
- 685 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Milan will cost around €65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €65.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 1 trains from Dortmund to Milan, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 685 km distance in an average of 19 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 19 h 19 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:31 AM 19h19 Dortmund 3:50 AM Milan €65 1 One-way 0 changes
8:31 AM 19h19 Dortmund 3:50 AM Milan €65 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Dortmund to Milan
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Trains from Dortmund to Milan run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €120 but you can travel from only €17 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 685 km distance in 9h 54m.
Distance 685 km |
Average train duration 10h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €120 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 9h 54m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Live departures
Dortmund to Milan train times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Milan trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
.png) | 5:34 AM Dortmund | 10h47 | 4:21 PM Milan | 3 changes | |
| 7:36 AM Dortmund | 10h45 | 6:21 PM Milan | 3 changes | |
| 9:36 AM Dortmund | 10h45 | 8:21 PM Milan | 3 changes | |
| 11:36 AM Dortmund | 10h45 | 10:21 PM Milan | 3 changes | |
| 11:36 AM Dortmund | 11h15 | 10:51 PM Milan | 2 changes | |
| 3:36 PM Dortmund | 18h45 | 10:21 AM Milan | 3 changes | |
| 5:36 PM Dortmund | 17h45 | 11:21 AM Milan | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Dortmund and Milan
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FAQs: Dortmund to Milan train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Milan by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dortmund and Milan
Most Dortmund to Milan trains use the Dortmund Hbf to Milano Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Milano Bovisa Politecnico. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Milan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dortmund station do trains to Milan leave from?
Getting to Dortmund Hbf from Dortmund city centre
Dortmund Hbf train station facilities and services
Dortmund Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
Which Milan station do trains from Dortmund arrive at?
Getting to Milano Centrale from Milan city centre
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale train station facilities and services
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Getting to Milano Bovisa Politecnico from Milan city centre
Milano Bovisa Politecnico is 4 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Bovisa Politecnico train station facilities and services
Milano Bovisa Politecnico has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Trattoria Casa Fontana, Osteria del Treno
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milano Bovisa Politecnico. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Milano Bovisa Politecnico. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Bovisa Politecnico: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Bovisa Politecnico: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Bovisa Politecnico: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sunflower, Hotel Valganna, Hotel Ares Milano.
Getting to Milano Porta Garibaldi from Milan city centre
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Porta Garibaldi train station facilities and services
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
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