Copenhagen to Milan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

720.7 miles 1159.9 km · straight line
980.6 miles actual route 1578.1 km · driving distance
16h 30min estimated drive time
DKK 1282 - DKK 1578 estimated fuel cost
~1h 57min flight time
193° SSW bearing direction

How far is Copenhagen from Milan?

The distance from Copenhagen to Milan is 720.7 miles (1159.9 km) as the crow flies. Milan is located SSW of Copenhagen. By car, the driving distance is approximately 980.6 miles, taking about 16h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 57min. Copenhagen is in Denmark, while Milan is in Italy.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Copenhagen and Milan. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Copenhagen to Milan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 30min DKK 1282 - DKK 1578 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~19h 48min $78–$147* Budget
Train ~21h 27min $118–$343* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Copenhagen & Milan

Quick Facts

Copenhagen
55.68°N, 12.57°E
Europe/Copenhagen
9m elevation
Milan
45.46°N, 9.19°E
Europe/Rome
120m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 240 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 60 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 34.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM