The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan Centrale to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Cheapest price
€90
Average price
€90
Fastest journey
7 h 34 m
Average duration
7 h 34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
515 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Centrale to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Centrale to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf will cost around €90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €90.
Of the 1 trains that leave Milan Centrale for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf on Thu, Dec 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 04 the direct trains cover the 515 km distance in an average of 7 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 34 m .
On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest trains will take 7 h 34 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Milan Centrale to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Centrale to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a train costs an average of €60.
Distance: 515 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€149 Average price | €138 Average price | €55 Average price Cheapest |
7h 54m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 42m Average total duration 13h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Milan Centrale to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan Centrale to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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EuroCity 60+ ICE 278 | On time 6:10 AM Milan Centrale | 7h58 | 2:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Milan Centrale to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan Centrale to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Trains from Milan Centrale to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €60 but you can travel from only €25 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:10, the last at 10:10. The fastest train covers the 515 km distance in 7h 34m.
Distance 515 km |
Average train duration 7h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €60 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 34m |
First train 09:10 |
Last train 10:10 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Trenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity from Milan Centrale to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Trenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity trains will get you between Milan Centrale and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from €25. 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
Trenitalia EuroCity
FAQs: Trains from Milan Centrale to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Centrale to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milan Centrale to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
- 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
- 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.



