Düsseldorf to Milan train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Düsseldorf to Milan by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Milan take around 8 hours and 45 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 665 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Düsseldorf is scheduled to depart at around  01:24. The last departure is usually at around 23:27 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Düsseldorf at around 01:24, with the last train leaving at around 23:52. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 74 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 5 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$167.44.

We think any time is a great time to visit Milan, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Milan.

Is there a direct train from Düsseldorf to Milan?

The journey between Düsseldorf and Milan usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Düsseldorf to Milan every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Düsseldorf to Milan?

The Düsseldorf to Milan train travel takes about 8 hours and 45 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Düsseldorf to Milan train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Milan leaving Düsseldorf at around 01:24 and the last train leaving at around 23:27 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Düsseldorf at around 01:24, with the final departure at 23:52.