Frankfurt am Main to Milan train
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Fastest train times from Frankfurt am Main to Milan
Fastest Journey
7 h 51 m
Average
9 h 43 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
519 km
Of the 5 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Milan every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Milan
 | Distance | 321 miles (518 km) |
 | Average train duration | 7 h 56 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $211 (€203) |
 | Direct train | Yes |
 | Train companies | Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn with connection or Deutsche Bahn |
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Milan cover the 321 miles (518 km) long route taking on average 7 h 56 min with our travel partners like Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn with connection or Deutsche Bahn. There are direct train services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $83 (€80), but the average price of train tickets is $211 (€203). Travelers depart most frequently from Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf and arrive in Milano Centrale.
Train providers: Trenitalia and Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt am Main to Milan trains
Trenitalia and Deutsche Bahn trains will get you to Milan from Frankfurt am Main from $83 (€80). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Trenitalia is Italy’s national railroad company providing services across the whole country, giving you ample opportunity to discover the beauty and culture of Italy. Trenitalia’s fleet of trains include its high-speed trains Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca as well as intercity, regional and night trains. Bathrooms and WiFi access are standard services on long-distance routes, and, in most cases, there is barrier-free access on Trenitalia trains.
Taking a train with Trenitalia is a great way to travel to Milan from Frankfurt am Main, and Omio can show you the best times and tickets available for the 321 miles (518 km) long train route. Trenitalia offers different fares for the Frankfurt am Main to Milan journey with ticket options like Base, Economy, Super Economy and Ordinaria. You can even apply Trenitalia discount cards on Omio at the time of purchasing tickets. Simply check the current Trenitalia train schedule, compare the cheapest, fastest, or earliest routes from Frankfurt am Main to Milan, and buy your cheap Trenitalia train ticket on Omio easily and securely today.
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40, 000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Frankfurt am Main to Milan train.
Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt am Main to Milan train information:
- Average Duration: 7 h 44 min
- Average Price: $83
- Deutsche Bahn frequency: 1 a day
Train connections from Frankfurt to Milan
Deutsche Bahn trains run regularly from Frankfurt main station to the Italian metropolis of Milan. The fastest connection of the day with 7 hours 18 minutes leaves at 14.5 and arrives at 21.35 in Milan. Passengers must change trains once on this route and up to four times on other routes.
Frankfurt
Frankfurt am Main is the seat of the stock exchange and the €pean Central Bank. Many historical sights and fantastic skyscrapers can be found here. The shopping centre MyZeil offers numerous shops. The Kaiserdom and the Frankfurt Town Hall are popular sights.
Milan
With 1.3 million inhabitants, Milan is the second largest city in Italy. Milan is the leading media, culture and fashion metropolis in Italy. Many historical art treasures and buildings can be admired in the Italian city. Very popular with tourists are the Milan Cathedral, the Palazzo della Ragione and the Museum Pinacoteca di Brera.
How long does the train ride from Frankfurt am Main to Milan take?
The journey time by train from Frankfurt am Main to Milan depends on the departure time and thus on the chosen connection. The new Eurocity Express train connection from December 217 will make this route in 7 hours 34. Regulär is to handle this connection with 1-4 transfers in 7 hours 45 up to 8 hours 30. The direct route runs via Mannheim, Karlsruhe, Baden-Baden, Basel and Lucerne.
How much does a ticket cost for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Milan?
The cost of a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Milan depends on the offers of the train and the type of train. For the first time, the winter timetable provides for the new Eurocity Express on this route, for which günstige Spartickets can be purchased. The costs for a ticket are between about 50 € with economy ticket and up to 167 € regular.
Travel Tips: Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Milan
Travel between Frankfurt am Main, Germany and Milan, Italy by train is: Unrestricted.
Can I enter Italy from Germany?
International entry status: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Germany
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Italy from Frankfurt am Main?
Conditions of entry:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Milan, Italy?
All travelers in Italy must observe these coronavirus safety measures:
- Physical distance: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask: Mandatory
The information above was last checked on 9/26/22. Remember to review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Milan from Frankfurt am Main as this information can change.
The restriction level for your return train to Frankfurt am Main, Germany from Milan is: Unrestricted.
Is my return train into Frankfurt am Main from Milan restricted?
International entry is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Italy
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Germany from Milan?
Conditions of reentry:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Frankfurt am Main, Germany?
The government of Germany has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Social distancing required: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask required: Mandatory
Last checked on 9/28/22. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Frankfurt am Main from Milan closer to your date of departure here here.
Some of the Frankfurt am Main train stations to Milan you can start your journey from include Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf, Frankfurt Main Ost and Frankfurt am Main - Stadion. Similarly, some of the arrival train stations in Milan include Milano Centrale, Milano Rogoredo and Milano Porta Garibaldi.
When traveling this route, Omio customers are departing most frequently from Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf and arriving in Milano Centrale.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf, which is located around 9.2 miles (14.8 km) away from the city center, and they get off the train at Milano Centrale, located 2.3 miles (3.7 km) away from the city center.
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