Explore Düsseldorf Airport to Milan by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Düsseldorf Airport to Milan aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train cost between Düsseldorf Airport and Milan: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from US$78.00, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Düsseldorf Airport to Milan daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Milan on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 14 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 00:57: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 23:32: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 02:32: departure of first train on weekends

  • 23:04: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 48 minutes: frequency of train departures

How long is the train journey from Düsseldorf Airport to Milan?

This journey covers a total of 673 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 9 hours and 3 minutes.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Düsseldorf Airport and Milan?

You can secure tickets for travel between Düsseldorf Airport and Milan up to 5 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

More information on train travel from Düsseldorf Airport to Milan

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Milan city guide to get you started.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the journey from Düsseldorf Airport to Milan by train?

The total distance between Düsseldorf Airport and Milan by train is 673 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Düsseldorf Airport to Milan?

The cheapest tickets for this route start at US$78.00. When booked 30 days ahead, prices are typically . Tickets booked 7 days in advance typically cost .

How far in advance can I book my Düsseldorf Airport to Milan train tickets?

You can start booking tickets for this route 5 months in advance.

What’s the travel time from Düsseldorf Airport to Milan by train?

The fastest journey time is 9 hours and 3 minutes.