Going from Magdeburg to Milan by train

About to set off from Magdeburg to Milan by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost for travel between Magdeburg and Milan

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is US$197.90, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 5 and a half months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train times for travel between Magdeburg and Milan

If you are taking the train from Magdeburg to Milan, you will have 22 trains each day (with a departure every 37 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 00:07. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:11. On weekends, the first train departs at 01:46, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 22:41.

Magdeburg to Milan train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 763 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 11 hours and 37 minutes.

When are tickets between Magdeburg and Milan available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Magdeburg and Milan can be purchased 5 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Learn more about train travel from Magdeburg to Milan

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Magdeburg and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Milan city guide.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance from Magdeburg to Milan by train?

The train route from Magdeburg to Milan covers 763 kilometres.

How much does it cost to go from Magdeburg to Milan by train?

The cheapest fare for this route is US$197.90. When booking 30 days in advance, tickets cost . A ticket bought 7 days before travel typically costs .

When are tickets available for booking for travel from Magdeburg to Milan by train?

You can purchase tickets for this journey 5 and a half months ahead of the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Magdeburg to Milan?

The quickest journey is 11 hours and 37 minutes.