Route guide

Copenhagen → Milan

1160 km · Denmark to Italy · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €38+ by bus

How to travel from Copenhagen to Milan

There are 4 ways to travel between Copenhagen and Milan — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€85–249

Duration: 9h 40m

via DSB, Trenitalia (Frecciarossa), Italo

~16 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€38–101

Duration: 16h 34m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~32 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€81–259

Duration: 4h 3m

via Ryanair, easyJet, SAS, ITA Airways

~181 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€139–255

Duration: 12h 53m

~197 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Copenhagen and Milan highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 1160 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Denmark into Italy. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Copenhagen to Milan — every option in detail

Copenhagen to Milan by train

Trains link Copenhagen (Denmark) and Milan (Italy) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 9h 40m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include DSB, Trenitalia (Frecciarossa), Italo.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €85 to €249. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 16 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 181 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~165 kg on this distance.

Copenhagen to Milan by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Copenhagen and Milan with a typical journey of 16h 34m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €38 when booked in advance, rising to €101 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Copenhagen to Milan by flight

Flights between Copenhagen and Milan take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 3m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, SAS, ITA Airways.

Typical fare range is €81–259. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 181 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Copenhagen to Milan by car

The driving distance from Copenhagen to Milan is approximately 1334 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 12h 53m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €139–255 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Denmark–Italy border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 197 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Copenhagen and Milan is approximately 1160 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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