Frankfurt am Main to Milan train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Milan

Showing times and prices for 17 Jun

Cheapest price

£89

Average price

£129

Fastest journey

7 h 42 m

Average duration

9 h 14 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

519 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Milan will cost around £129 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £89.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Milan every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 519 km distance in an average of 9 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 42 m .

The slowest trains will take 11 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Deutsche BahnICE 913 · ECE 151
08:087h42
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
15:50Milan Centrale
£891One-way
1 change
Deutsche BahnECE 151
08:057h45
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
15:50Milan Centrale
£891One-way
0 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 71+TrenitaliaEuroCity 173
10:059h45
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
19:50Milan Centrale
£1431One-way
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 593 · ICE 103+TrenitaliaEuroCity 173
09:5010h00
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
19:50Milan Centrale
£1491One-way
2 changes
Deutsche BahnECE 151+TrenitaliaEuroCity 173
08:0511h45
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
19:50Milan Centrale
£1521One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Milan

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.3kg.

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Coach

£172

Average Price

£161

Average Price

£54

Average Price

Cheapest

8h 15m

average duration

7h 45m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 8m

average duration

Fastest

3h 8m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

14h 6m

average duration

13h 36m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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CO2 emissions

1.6 - 3.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.5 - 1.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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Live departures

Frankfurt am Main to Milan train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 17 June
Last updated at 15:34
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
deutsche_bahnECE 151+trenitaliaEuroCity 173
On time
06:05 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
11h45
17:50 Milan Centrale
1 change
deutsche_bahnECE 151
On time
06:05 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
7h45
13:50 Milan Centrale
0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 913 · ECE 151
On time
06:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
7h42
13:50 Milan Centrale
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 275+trenitaliaEuroCity 173
On time
06:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
11h00
17:50 Milan Centrale
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 593 · ICE 103+trenitaliaEuroCity 173
On time
07:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
10h00
17:50 Milan Centrale
2 changes
deutsche_bahnICE 71+trenitaliaEuroCity 173
On time
08:05 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
9h45
17:50 Milan Centrale
1 change

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Milan?

The best time to book your train from Frankfurt am Main to Milan is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Frankfurt am Main to Milan route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Frankfurt am Main to Milan per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Frankfurt am Main to Milan.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Milan

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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Milan run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 but you can travel from only £22 by flight.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £22
Distance
519 km
Average train duration
7h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£63
Trains per day
2
Fastest train
7h 45m
First train
00:50
Last train
23:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £22

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn, Trenitalia and FlixBus trains Frankfurt am Main to Milan

Buy your official Deutsche Bahn, Trenitalia and FlixBus train tickets to Milan from Frankfurt am Main from £29 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular route.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main operator of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train to Milan from Frankfurt am Main. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Frankfurt am Main to Milan train information with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 7 h 44 min
  • Cheapest Price: £279
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 3 a day

FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Milan train

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Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Milan

Frankfurt am Main
Milan
The major train station for departures in Frankfurt am Main is Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Milan.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
Dining
Dining
  • asiagourmet
  • Burger King
  • Ciao Bella
  • Coffee Fellows
  • Crepes de France Express
  • dean&david
  • Starbucks
  • Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
  • McDonald's
  • Dunkin Donuts
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Cristall
  • Grand Hotel Empire
  • Hotel Carlton
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
The major train station for arrivals in Milan is Milano Centrale. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Milano Centrale for your journey to Milan from Frankfurt am Main.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Dining
Dining
  • Venchi
  • Panzera Coffee
  • Burger King
  • Bar Motta
  • Caffè Napoli
  • VyTA Boulangerie
  • Spontini
  • Starbucks
  • Dispensa Emilia
  • McDonald's
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Glam Hotel Milano
  • NYX MIlan
  • iQ Hotel Milano
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Public transport options for Milano Centrale
  • Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
  • Tram lines: 1
  • Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
  • Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
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