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Travel from Milan to Essen by train in 10 hours 53 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Milan to Essen by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Milan to Essen by train is 13 hours 22 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 10 hours 53 minutes. Around 13 trains per day travel the 468 miles (752 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Essen.
Book train tickets from Milan to Essen in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. You can check prices from Milan to Essen in our Journey Planner.
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Cheap train tickets from Milan to Essen
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Milan to Essen by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.