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The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Hamburg

Showing times and prices for Jul 12

Cheapest price

€109

Average price

€223

Fastest journey

11 h 36 m

Average duration

14 h 19 m

Trains per day

Distance

904 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Milan to Hamburg will cost around €223 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €109.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Milan to Hamburg without transferring at least once.

EC 150 · ICE 572

11:10AM11h36

Milan Centrale

10:46PMHamburg Hbf

€1091One-way

1 transfer

EuroCity 150+ Deutsche Bahn

ICE 100 · ICE 1080

11:10AM19h32

Milan Centrale

06:42AMHamburg Hbf

€2011One-way

2 transfers

EuroCity 150+ Deutsche Bahn

ICE 272

11:10AM14h03

Milan Centrale

01:13AMHamburg Hbf

€2141One-way

1 transfer

EuroCity 150+ Deutsche Bahn

ICE 274 · ICE 1572

11:10AM12h19

Milan Centrale

11:29PMHamburg Hbf

€2171One-way

2 transfers

EuroCity 10+ ÖBB | Euro City (EC)

EC 8

07:10AM14h04

Milan Centrale

09:14PMHamburg Hbf

€3751One-way

1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Milan to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Milan to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €55, and a train costs an average of €50.

Distance: 904 km

Compare train with

Train	Most popular Flight	Bus
€193 Average price	€137 Average price	€81 Average price Cheapest
14h 23m Average total duration 13h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	20h 45m Average total duration 20h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
- CO2 emissions	2.7 - 5.4kg CO2 emissions	0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest
Most popular train company	Most popular airline	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Milan to Hamburg train times

Showing trains for today, Friday, July 11

Last updated at 5:39 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
EuroCity 178+ICE 104	On time 8:10 AM Milan Centrale	13h06	9:16 PM Hamburg Hbf	1 transfer
EuroCity 178+ICE 104 · ICE 594 · ICE 1204	On time 8:10 AM Milan Centrale	12h19	8:29 PM Hamburg Hbf	3 transfers
EuroCity 178+EC 150 · ICE 572	On time 8:10 AM Milan Centrale	12h36	8:46 PM Hamburg Hbf	2 transfers
EuroCity 150+ICE 274 · ICE 1572	On time 9:10 AM Milan Centrale	12h19	9:29 PM Hamburg Hbf	2 transfers
EuroCity 150+ICE 376	On time 9:10 AM Milan Centrale	12h29	9:39 PM Hamburg Hbf	1 transfer
EC 150 · ICE 572	On time 9:10 AM Milan Centrale	11h36	8:46 PM Hamburg Hbf	1 transfer
Saturday, July 12
EuroCity 10+EC 8	5:10 AM Milan Centrale	14h04	7:14 PM Hamburg Hbf	1 transfer
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Milan to Hamburg?

The best time to book your train from Milan to Hamburg is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Milan to Hamburg route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Milan to Hamburg 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 Hamburg.

Trains

from €71

Buses

from €63

Flights

from €161

Journey information

Overview: Train from Milan to Hamburg

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Trains from Milan to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 13h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €50 but you can travel from only €47 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 €47

Distance

904 km

Average train duration

13h 53m

Cheapest ticket price

€50

Trains per day

Fastest train

11h 36m

First train

00:33

Last train

23:45

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from €47

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn trains Milan to Hamburg

Travel to Hamburg from Milan from €140 with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular 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 Hamburg train.

Deutsche Bahn from Milan to Hamburg train information:

Average Duration: 12 h 19 min
Cheapest Price: €140

FAQs: Trains from Milan to Hamburg

FAQs: Travel by train from Milan to Hamburg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Milan to Hamburg.

Cheap train tickets from Milan to Hamburg can start from as little as €140 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Milan to Hamburg is €209; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Milan to Hamburg train time is 12 h 19 min covering the 903 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Milan to Hamburg leaves at 00: 07. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Milan to Hamburg leaves at 23: 40.

There are 4 trains a day from Milan to Hamburg which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Milan to Hamburg, you can count on Deutsche Bahn for the best way to get you to Hamburg. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between Milan and Hamburg and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 40.

The cheapest month for a train from Milan to Hamburg is September.

You have options as you can travel from Milan to Hamburg 3 different ways: coach, flight or train.