The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Hamburg
Cheapest price on 28 Sept
775kr
Average ticket price on 28 Sept
1658kr
Fastest journey on 28 Sept
12 h 19 m
Average journey duration on 28 Sept
14 h 2 m
Trains on 28 Sept
8
Distance
904 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Hamburg will cost around 1658kr if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 775kr.
To travel from Milan to Hamburg you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus+
FlixTrain1:00 AM17h21Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano6:21 PMHamburg Hbf775 kr1One-way1 change
EuroCity 60+
ICE 102 · ICE 5727:10 AM17h20Milan Centrale12:30 AMHamburg Hbf1314 kr1One-way2 changes
EuroCity 178+
ICE 7010:10 AM13h19Milan Centrale11:29 PMHamburg Hbf1863 kr1One-way1 change
EuroCity 60+
ICE 1047:10 AM16h06Milan Centrale11:16 PMHamburg Hbf1863 kr1One-way1 change
EuroCity 178+
ICE 10410:10 AM13h06Milan Centrale11:16 PMHamburg Hbf1863 kr1One-way1 change
EuroCity 178+
EC 150 · ICE 57410:10 AM12h19Milan Centrale10:29 PMHamburg Hbf1863 kr1One-way2 changes
EuroCity 178+
ICE 10410:10 AM13h06Milan Centrale11:16 PMHamburg Hbf1863 kr1One-way1 change
EuroCity 178+
ICE 7010:10 AM13h19Milan Centrale11:29 PMHamburg Hbf1863 kr1One-way1 change
EuroCity 60+
EC 150 · ICE 5747:10 AM15h19Milan Centrale10:29 PMHamburg Hbf1863 kr1One-way2 changes
EuroCity 60+
ICE 1047:10 AM16h06Milan Centrale11:16 PMHamburg Hbf1863 kr1One-way1 change
Live departures
Milan to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 1:00 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 17h21 | 6:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EuroCity 60+ ICE 104 | On time 7:10 AM Milan Centrale | 16h06 | 11:16 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EuroCity 60+ ICE 70 | On time 7:10 AM Milan Centrale | 16h19 | 11:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EuroCity 60+ EC 150 · ICE 574 | On time 7:10 AM Milan Centrale | 15h19 | 10:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 60+ ICE 102 · ICE 572 | On time 7:10 AM Milan Centrale | 17h20 | 12:30 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 178+ ICE 70 | On time 10:10 AM Milan Centrale | 13h19 | 11:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EuroCity 178+ ICE 104 | On time 10:10 AM Milan Centrale | 13h06 | 11:16 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EuroCity 178+ EC 150 · ICE 574 | On time 10:10 AM Milan Centrale | 12h19 | 10:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Hamburg
Trains from Milan to Hamburg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 11h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 302kr but you can travel from only 199kr by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 904 km distance in 10h 48m.
Distance 904 km |
Average train duration 11h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price 302kr |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 10h 48m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Trenitalia, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from Milan to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Trenitalia, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) trains will get you between Milan and Hamburg from 199kr. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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.
Trenitalia
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
FAQs: Milan to Hamburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Hamburg 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 Hamburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Milan and Hamburg
Most Milan to Hamburg trains use the Milano Centrale to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn). Use this guide to compare Milan and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Milan station do trains to Hamburg leave from?
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 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.
Getting to Milano Lambrate from Milan city centre
Milano Lambrate is 4 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Lambrate train station facilities and services
Milano Lambrate has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Girasole, Osteria Lambrate
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milano Lambrate. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Milano Lambrate. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Lambrate: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Lambrate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Lambrate: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Milano Lambrate, Hotel Gamma, Hotel Lugano.
Which Hamburg station do trains from Milan arrive at?
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Hamburg 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: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Getting to Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) train station facilities and services
Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Block House, Schweinske
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn). Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europäischer Hof Hamburg, Reichshof Hamburg, Curio Collection by Hilton, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof.
Getting to Hamburg Airport from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport train station facilities and services
Hamburg Airport 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: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
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