Milan to Cologne train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Cologne

Showing times and prices for 18 Jul

Cheapest price

£310

Average price

£310

Fastest journey

8 h 23 m

Average duration

8 h 23 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

630 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Milan to Cologne will cost around £310 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £310.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Milan for Cologne 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 630 km distance in an average of 8 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 23 m .

The slowest trains will take 8 h 23 m 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 Bahn
09:108h23
Milan
17:33Cologne
£3101One-way
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Travel Information

Compare coach, flight and train for Milan to Cologne

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Milan to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a train costs an average of £73.

Distance: 630 km

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£235

Average Price

£98

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£68

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10h 58m

Average total duration

10h 28m

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30m

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5h 13m

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2h 13m

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17h 11m

Average total duration

16h 41m

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30m

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CO2 emissions

1.9 - 3.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.6 - 1.6kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Milan to Cologne?

The best time to book your train from Milan to Cologne is 91 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Milan to Cologne route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Milan to Cologne 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 Milan to Cologne.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Milan to Cologne

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Trains from Milan to Cologne run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £73 but you can travel from only £23 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 £23
Distance
630 km
Average train duration
10h 28m
Cheapest ticket price
£73
Trains per day
1
Fastest train
8h 23m
First train
00:01
Last train
22:45
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 £23

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn, Trenitalia and FlixTrain trains Milan to Cologne

Travel between Milan and Cologne from £57 with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn, Trenitalia and FlixTrain! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main operator of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Milan to Cologne train.

Deutsche Bahn from Milan to Cologne train information:

  • Average Duration: 10 h 5 min
  • Cheapest Price: £57

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