- Must visit
Pinacoteca di Brera
Milan’s premier art gallery, known for Italian masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Mantegna in the historic Brera district.
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$252
Fastest journey
10 h 33 m
Average duration
10 h 39 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
685 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bochum to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Bochum to Milan without transferring at least 2 times.
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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bochum to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $69. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $69, and a train costs an average of $256.
Distance: 425 miles (685 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$294 Average price | $98 Average price | $87 Average price Cheapest | $249 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 55m Average total duration 12h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 10m Average total duration 19h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 2.1 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bochum to Milan:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bochum to Milan costing on average $98 (€79).
A bus is $207 (€168) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bochum to Milan costing on average $294 (€238).
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 25m.
Bus takes on average 19h 40m.
Tickets start at around $294 (€238) compared to roughly $249 (€201) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-44.99 (€-36.39). The journey takes 12h 25m versus 9h 37m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Bochum to Milan trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:48 AM Bochum | 10h33 | 4:21 PM Milan | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 7:48 AM Bochum | 10h33 | 6:21 PM Milan | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 9:48 AM Bochum | 10h33 | 8:21 PM Milan | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 11:48 AM Bochum | 10h33 | 10:21 PM Milan | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 11:48 AM Bochum | 11h03 | 10:51 PM Milan | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:48 PM Bochum | 18h33 | 10:21 AM Milan | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 5:48 PM Bochum | 17h33 | 11:21 AM Milan | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Bochum to Milan run on average 4 times per day, taking around 12h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $256 (€207) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 425 miles (685 km) distance in 10h 33m.
Distance 425 miles (685 km) |
Average train duration 12h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $256 (€207) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 10h 33m |
First train 5:50 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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Tipping is modest. Service may be included or a coperto charged. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; small change for taxis and cafés is enough.
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