The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Milan
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
49
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Milan will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
It's difficult to get from Cologne to Milan without transferring at least once.
Regionale TRENORD 10131 · Regionale TRENORD 109302:40 PM1h19Cologne station3:59 PMMilano Lambrate$121One-way1 transfer
Regionale TRENORD 10139 · Regionale TRENORD 109386:40 PM1h19Cologne station7:59 PMMilano Lambrate$121One-way1 transfer
Regionale TRENORD 10125 · Regionale TRENORD 262811:40 AM1h55Cologne station1:35 PMMilan Centrale$121One-way1 transfer
Regionale TRENORD 10129 · Regionale TRENORD 109281:40 PM1h19Cologne station2:59 PMMilano Lambrate$121One-way1 transfer
Autobus TRENORD 1113A · Regionale TRENORD 109046:01 AM1h15Cologne station7:16 AMMilano Lambrate$121One-way1 transfer
Autobus TRENORD 1113A · Regionale TRENORD 109046:01 AM1h15Cologne station7:16 AMMilano Lambrate$121One-way1 transfer
Regionale TRENORD 10101+
FRECCIAROSSA 97067:59 AM1h16Cologne station9:15 AMMilan Centrale$461One-way1 transfer
Regionale TRENORD 10131 · Regionale TRENORD 109302:40 PM1h19Cologne station3:59 PMMilano Lambrate$121One-way1 transfer
Regionale TRENORD 10139 · Regionale TRENORD 109386:40 PM1h19Cologne station7:59 PMMilano Lambrate$121One-way1 transfer
Regionale TRENORD 10129 · Regionale TRENORD 109281:40 PM1h19Cologne station2:59 PMMilano Lambrate$121One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cologne to Milan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 37 miles (60 km)
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1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne to Milan train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Milan trains for tomorrow, Friday, April 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobus TRENORD 1113A · Regionale TRENORD 10904 | 4:01 AM Cologne station | 1h15 | 5:16 AM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Autobus TRENORD 1113A · Regionale TRENORD 2616 | 4:01 AM Cologne station | 1h34 | 5:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus TRENORD 1113A+ FRECCIAROSSA 9604 | 4:01 AM Cologne station | 1h19 | 5:20 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10112 · Regionale TRENORD 2216 | 4:20 AM Cologne station | 1h19 | 5:39 AM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10115+ FRECCIAROSSA 9700 | 4:44 AM Cologne station | 1h28 | 6:12 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10115 · Regionale TRENORD 2618 | 4:44 AM Cologne station | 1h51 | 6:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10114 · Regionale TRENORD 2218 | 5:20 AM Cologne station | 1h19 | 6:39 AM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10117 · Regionale TRENORD 10916 | 5:40 AM Cologne station | 1h19 | 6:59 AM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10117 · Regionale TRENORD 2620 | 5:40 AM Cologne station | 1h55 | 7:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10101 · Regionale TRENORD 2620 | 5:59 AM Cologne station | 1h36 | 7:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10101+ FRECCIAROSSA 9706 | 5:59 AM Cologne station | 1h16 | 7:15 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10116 · Regionale TRENORD 2220 | 6:20 AM Cologne station | 1h19 | 7:39 AM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10119 · Regionale TRENORD 10918 | 6:40 AM Cologne station | 1h19 | 7:59 AM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10119 · Regionale TRENORD 2622 | 6:40 AM Cologne station | 1h55 | 8:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10118 · Regionale TRENORD 2222 | 7:20 AM Cologne station | 1h19 | 8:39 AM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10121 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 | 7:40 AM Cologne station | 1h55 | 9:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10121 · Regionale TRENORD 10920 | 7:40 AM Cologne station | 1h19 | 8:59 AM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10120 · Regionale TRENORD 2224 | 8:20 AM Cologne station | 1h19 | 9:39 AM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10123 · Regionale TRENORD 2626 | 8:40 AM Cologne station | 1h55 | 10:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10122 · Regionale TRENORD 2226 | 9:20 AM Cologne station | 1h19 | 10:39 AM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10125 · Regionale TRENORD 2628 | 9:40 AM Cologne station | 1h55 | 11:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10125+ FRECCIAROSSA 9724 | 9:40 AM Cologne station | 1h35 | 11:15 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10124 · Regionale TRENORD 2228 | 10:20 AM Cologne station | 1h19 | 11:39 AM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10127 · Regionale TRENORD 2630 | 10:40 AM Cologne station | 1h55 | 12:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10127 · Regionale TRENORD 10926 | 10:40 AM Cologne station | 1h19 | 11:59 AM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10126 · Regionale TRENORD 2230 | 11:20 AM Cologne station | 1h19 | 12:39 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10129 · Regionale TRENORD 10928 | 11:40 AM Cologne station | 1h19 | 12:59 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10129 · Regionale TRENORD 2632 | 11:40 AM Cologne station | 1h55 | 1:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10128 · Regionale TRENORD 2232 | 12:20 PM Cologne station | 1h19 | 1:39 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10131 · Regionale TRENORD 10930 | 12:40 PM Cologne station | 1h19 | 1:59 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10131 · Regionale TRENORD 2634 | 12:40 PM Cologne station | 1h55 | 2:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10130 · Regionale TRENORD 2234 | 1:20 PM Cologne station | 1h19 | 2:39 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10133 · Regionale TRENORD 10932 | 1:40 PM Cologne station | 1h19 | 2:59 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10133 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 | 1:40 PM Cologne station | 1h55 | 3:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10132 · Regionale TRENORD 2236 | 2:20 PM Cologne station | 1h19 | 3:39 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10135 · Regionale TRENORD 2638 | 2:40 PM Cologne station | 1h55 | 4:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10135 · Regionale TRENORD 10934 | 2:40 PM Cologne station | 1h19 | 3:59 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10134 · Regionale TRENORD 2238 | 3:20 PM Cologne station | 1h19 | 4:39 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10137 · Regionale TRENORD 2640 | 3:40 PM Cologne station | 1h55 | 5:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10137 · Regionale TRENORD 10936 | 3:40 PM Cologne station | 1h19 | 4:59 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10136 · Regionale TRENORD 2240 | 4:20 PM Cologne station | 1h19 | 5:39 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10139 · Regionale TRENORD 10938 | 4:40 PM Cologne station | 1h19 | 5:59 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10138 · Regionale TRENORD 2242 | 5:20 PM Cologne station | 1h19 | 6:39 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10141 · Regionale TRENORD 10940 | 5:40 PM Cologne station | 1h19 | 6:59 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10141 · Regionale TRENORD 2644 | 5:40 PM Cologne station | 1h55 | 7:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10140 · Regionale TRENORD 2244 | 6:20 PM Cologne station | 1h19 | 7:39 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10143 · Regionale TRENORD 2646 | 6:40 PM Cologne station | 1h55 | 8:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10142 · Regionale TRENORD 2246 | 7:20 PM Cologne station | 1h24 | 8:44 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10145 · Regionale TRENORD 2648 | 7:40 PM Cologne station | 1h55 | 9:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Milan
Trains from Cologne to Milan run on average 49 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 37 miles (60 km) distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 37 miles (60 km) |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 49 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:41 PM |
Train companies: Regionale, Deutsche Bahn from Cologne to Milan trainsRegionale, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne and Milan from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regionale
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.
FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Milan 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne to Milan
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with access from Via Rombon.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Girasole
- Osteria Lambrate
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- MEININGER Milano Lambrate
- Hotel Gamma
- Hotel Lugano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 19
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via Roberto Cozzi.
- Ristorante Greco
- Osteria della Stazione
- Outside the main entrance.
- €1
- Hotel Greco
- Hotel Gala
- Novotel Milano Nord Ca Granda
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and suburban destinations
- Metro: Line M5
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 7
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