Düsseldorf to Milan train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Milan

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 28 Sept

Cheapest price on 28 Sept

185€

Average ticket price on 28 Sept

185€

Fastest journey on 28 Sept

9 h 26 m

Average journey duration on 28 Sept

9 h 26 m

Trains on 28 Sept

1

Distance

664 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Milan will cost around 185€ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 185€.

Fast trains

To travel from Düsseldorf to Milan you need to make at least one change.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 101 · EC 151
    6:24 AM9h26
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    3:50 PMMilan Centrale
    185 €1One-way
    1 change

Live departures

Düsseldorf to Milan train times

The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Milan trains for tomorrow, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 101 · EC 151
On time
6:24 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
9h26
3:50 PM Milan Centrale
1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Milan

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Trains from Düsseldorf to Milan run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 90€ but you can travel from only 12€ by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 664 km distance in 8h 59m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from 12€
Distance
664 km
Average train duration
9h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
90€
Trains per day
1
Fastest train
8h 59m
First train
12:08 AM
Last train
11:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Mon
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from 12€

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Düsseldorf to Milan trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Milan from 12€. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
8h 59m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
90€
Deutsche Bahn frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

FAQs: Düsseldorf to Milan train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Düsseldorf to Milan can start from as little as 90€ when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Düsseldorf to Milan is 172€; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Düsseldorf to Milan is 8h 59m to travel the 664 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Düsseldorf to Milan leaves at 12:08 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Düsseldorf to Milan leaves at 11:45 pm.
There are 1 trains a day from Düsseldorf to Milan which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Düsseldorf to Milan, you can count on Deutsche Bahn for the best way to get you to Milan. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Düsseldorf and Milan and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Milan from Düsseldorf is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 59m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Milan including taking a coach, train and flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf and Milan

Most Düsseldorf to Milan trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Milano Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Milano Porta Garibaldi. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Milan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Düsseldorf
Arrival train stations in Milan

Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Milan leave from?

Trains from Düsseldorf to Milan leave from Düsseldorf Hbf. The station is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre at Düsseldorf Hbf, Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre

Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe · 49m · 29€ · every ~2 min
BusRe49 · 1h 30m · 15€ · every ~1 min
62004 · 2h 38m

Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services

Düsseldorf 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: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.

Düsseldorf Flughafen TerminalDüsseldorf Flughafen TerminalWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre

Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS11 · 10m · 2€ · every ~6 min
S11 · 29m · 5€ · every ~6 min
BusS11 · 22m · 4€
721 · 26m · 3€ · every ~8 min
721 · 34m · 3€ · every ~7 min

Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services

Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal 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: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.

Most popular train connections from Düsseldorf

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