What is the cheapest way to get from Milan to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Milan to Essen is to bus which costs €80 - €130 and takes 16h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Milan to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Milan to Essen is to fly and train which takes 5h 14m and costs €45 - €230.

Is there a direct bus between Milan and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Milan to Essen. However, there are services departing from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano and arriving at Essen Bibliotheek via Antwerpen Roosevelt perron C2 and Kapellen Dorp. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Milan and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Milan to Essen. However, there are services departing from Milano Centrale and arriving at Essen via Chambery Challes Les Eaux and Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 38m.

How far is it from Milan to Essen?

The distance between Milan and Essen is 774 km. The road distance is 940.1 km.

How do I travel from Milan to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Milan to Essen without a car is to train which takes 10h 38m and costs €370 - €650.

How long does it take to get from Milan to Essen?

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Milan to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Milan to Essen bus from?

Milan to Essen bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Where do I catch the Milan to Essen train from?

Milan to Essen train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Milano Centrale station.

Train or bus from Milan to Essen?

The best way to get from Milan to Essen is to train which takes 10h 38m and costs €370 - €650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €80 - €130 and takes 16h 13m.

Where does the Milan to Essen bus arrive?

Milan to Essen bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats station.

Where does the Milan to Essen train arrive?

Milan to Essen train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Chambery Challes Les Eaux station.

Can I drive from Milan to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Milan to Essen is 940 km. It takes approximately 9h 52m to drive from Milan to Essen.

How do I get a train ticket from Milan to Essen?

Book your Milan to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 516+ hotels available in Essen.

Milan to Essen - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

How to get fromMilan to Essen

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 10 ways to get from Milan to Essen by plane, train, train (Trenitalia, Eurostar), bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Milan Linate Airport to Brussels Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane LIN - BRU
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Essentrain
5h 14m
€46–224
Train
1. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Chambery Challes Les Eauxtrain Fr
2. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Anvers-Centraltrain Thalys
10h 38m
€376–613
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Antwerp - Rooseveltplaatsbus BlaBlaCar Bus
16h 13m
€83–130
Drive 940.1 km
1. Drive from Milan to Essencar 940.1 km
9h 52m
€200–289
Train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Brussels Airport
1. Take the train from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane MXP - BRU
5h 46m
€78–247
Fly Milan Linate Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane LIN - AMS
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
3. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Roosendaaltrain
6h 9m
€79–252
Bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly to Brussels South Charleroi Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airportbus
2. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)plane BGY - CRL
3. Take the train from Charleroi-Central to Essentrain
7h 42m
€63–247
Train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Take the train from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane MXP - AMS
3. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
4. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Roosendaaltrain
6h 51m
€66–215
Bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly to Eindhoven Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airportbus
2. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Eindhoven Airport (EIN)plane BGY - EIN
3. Take the train from Eindhoven Centraal to Bredatrain
7h 11m
€60–301
Bus via Duomo M1
1. Take the bus from Milan to Antwerp Rooseveltplaatsbus FlixBus N846
16h 53m
€88–138

Milan to Essen by train

2Weekly Trains

10h 38mAverage Duration

€376Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Launch map view

Distance: 774.4 km
Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Milan, Italy and Essen, Belgium?

You can take a train from Milano Centrale to Essen via Chambery Challes Les Eaux and Anvers-Central in around 10h 38m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats 3 times a day. Tickets cost €75–130 and the journey takes 14h 30m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Belgium

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.