Milan to Essen train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Milan to Essen take around 9 hours and 30 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 686 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Milan is scheduled to depart at around  05:25. The last departure is usually at around 20:10 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Milan at around 07:05, with the last train leaving at around 22:43. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 17 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 49 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$153.70.

We think any time is a great time to visit Essen, 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 Essen.

Is there a direct train from Milan to Essen?

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

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

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

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

The Milan to Essen train travel takes about 9 hours and 30 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Milan to Essen train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Essen leaving Milan at around 05:25 and the last train leaving at around 20:10 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Milan at around 07:05, with the final departure at 22:43.