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Compare bus, train, and flight for Dortmund to Milan

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of $74 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $74, while a train costs an average of $200.

Distance: 425 miles (685 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Milan is a flight with an average price of $74 (€60).

This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Milan:

A flight is $2 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Dortmund to Milan costing on average $76 (€62).

A flight is $126 (€102) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Milan costing on average $200 (€162).

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Milan is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Milan take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 28m.

Bus takes on average 14h 58m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Dortmund and Milan including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Dortmund to Milan among Omio's users.

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from Dortmund to Milan

How to get from Dortmund to Milan by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

flight

The best way to travel from Dortmund to Milan is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Malta AirFR 485
    6:20 PM1h35
    Dusseldorf Weeze Airport
    7:55 PMMilan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport
    $611One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Malta AirFR 485
    6:20 PM1h35
    Dusseldorf Weeze Airport
    7:55 PMMilan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport
    $611One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • easyJetU23944
    9:00 PM1h30
    Dusseldorf Airport
    10:30 PMMilan Malpensa Airport
    $931One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2348 · ICE 101 · EC 151
    5:36 AM10h17
    Dortmund Hbf
    3:53 PMMilan Centrale
    $2281One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 101 · EC 151
    5:15 AM10h38
    Dortmund Hbf
    3:53 PMMilan Centrale
    $2281One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:10 AM16h50
    Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
    10:00 PMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    $831One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:15 PM14h00
    Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
    11:15 AMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    $831One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    12:27 PM18h43
    Dortmund Hbf
    7:10 AMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    $911One-way
    1 transfer
  • easyJetU23942
    8:50 AM1h30
    Dusseldorf Airport
    10:20 AMMilan Malpensa Airport
    $1331One-way
    0 transfers
  • Malta AirFR 5532
    12:00 PM1h30
    Cologne Bonn Airport
    1:30 PMMilan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport
    $1421One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 519+easyJetU25428
    12:36 PM8h44
    Dortmund Hbf
    9:20 PMMilan Linate Airport
    $1561One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Dortmund to Milan

Travel to Milan easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dortmund to Milan.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Dortmund and Milan including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Milan is a flight with an average price of $74 (€60).

This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Milan:

A flight is $2 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Dortmund to Milan costing on average $76 (€62).

A flight is $126 (€102) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Milan costing on average $200 (€162).

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Milan is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Milan take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 28m.

Bus takes on average 14h 58m.

The distance from Dortmund to Milan is approximately 425 miles (685 km).
The average frequency per day from Dortmund to Milan is:
  • Around 56 flights per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dortmund and Milan as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dortmund to Milan:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Milan Malpensa Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Dortmund Hbf and arrive in Milan Centrale.
  • Buses mostly depart from Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dortmund to Milan, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Milan by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Milan by train.
  • Travel with Malta Air, Eurowings, easyJet, ITA, Wizz Air to go to Milan by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Dortmund to Milan with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 6 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Eurowings, easyJet, ITA.
Omio customers who travel from Dortmund to Milan often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Rome, Venice, Como, Florence. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Milan and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Milan to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Milan, you can visit the iconic Duomo di Milano for its stunning Gothic architecture and panoramic views, explore Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper at the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie, and stroll through the historic Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II with its luxury boutiques. Discover the grand Sforza Castle, which houses various museums and art collections, and relax in the serene Sempione Park near the city center.
To fully experience Milan's key attractions, including the Duomo, The Last Supper, and shopping in the fashion district, plan for around 3 to 4 days.
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