The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Milan Centrale
Cheapest price
£178
Average price
£191
Fastest journey
8 h 5 m
Average duration
9 h 40 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
515 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Milan Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Milan Centrale will cost around £191 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £178.
To travel from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Milan Centrale you need to make at least one change.
ICE 277+
EuroCity 678:5013h00Frankfurt (Main) Hbf21:50Milan Centrale£1781One-way1 change
ICE 71+
EuroCity 6710:2011h30Frankfurt (Main) Hbf21:50Milan Centrale£1781One-way1 change
ICE 277+
EuroCity 658:508h05Frankfurt (Main) Hbf16:55Milan Centrale£1811One-way1 change
ICE 277+
S6+
EuroCity 658:508h05Frankfurt (Main) Hbf16:55Milan Centrale£1811One-way2 changes
4561 · ICE 103+
S6+
EuroCity 679:2012h30Frankfurt (Main) Hbf21:50Milan Centrale£1881One-way3 changes
ICE 277+
EuroCity 658:508h05Frankfurt (Main) Hbf16:55Milan Centrale£1811One-way1 change
ICE 277+
S6+
EuroCity 658:508h05Frankfurt (Main) Hbf16:55Milan Centrale£1811One-way2 changes
ICE 9568 · ECE 1516:538h57Frankfurt (Main) Hbf15:50Milan Centrale£2021One-way1 change
ICE 71+
EuroCity 6710:2011h30Frankfurt (Main) Hbf21:50Milan Centrale£1781One-way1 change
S3 · IC 60471+
EuroCity 1514:0711h43Frankfurt (Main) Hbf15:50Milan Centrale£1891One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Milan Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Milan Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 515 km
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£163 Average Price | £126 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 1m Average total duration 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 10m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Milan Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Milan Centrale trains for today, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 273+ EuroCity 151 | Delayed 3:50 5:50Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h00 | 15:50 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
ICE 273+ EuroCity 173 | Delayed 3:50 5:50Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 14h00 | 19:50 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
ICE 273+ EuroCity 173 | Delayed 3:50 5:50Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 14h00 | 19:50 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
ICE 273+ EuroCity 151 | Delayed 3:50 5:50Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h00 | 15:50 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
ICE 275+ EuroCity 151 | 6:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h00 | 15:50 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
ICE 275+ EuroCity 173 | 6:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 13h00 | 19:50 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 101+ EuroCity 151 | 7:17 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h33 | 15:50 Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
S8 · ICE 101+ EuroCity 173 | 7:17 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 12h33 | 19:50 Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
4605 · ICE 791 · ICE 277+ EuroCity 173 | 7:28 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 12h22 | 19:50 Milan Centrale | 3 changes | |
ICE 591 · ICE 101+ EuroCity 173 | 7:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 12h00 | 19:50 Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
ICE 591 · ICE 101+ EuroCity 151 | 7:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h00 | 15:50 Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
S8 · ICE 103+ EuroCity 173 | 9:17 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h33 | 19:50 Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
ICE 279+ EuroCity 173 | On time 10:52 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h58 | 19:50 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
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S3 · IC 60471+ EuroCity 65 | 4:07 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 12h48 | 16:55 Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
S3 · IC 60471+ EuroCity 151 | 4:07 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h43 | 15:50 Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
ICE 9568 · ECE 151 | On time 6:53 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h57 | 15:50 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Milan Centrale
Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Milan Centrale run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 07:02. The fastest train covers the 515 km distance in 7h 48m.
Distance 515 km |
Average train duration 5h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 48m |
First train 6:02 |
Last train 7:02 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Milan Centrale trainsDeutsche Bahn, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Milan Centrale from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Trenitalia
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Milan Centrale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Milan Centrale by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Milan Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Milan Centrale
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- 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.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- 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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