Düsseldorf to Milan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

413.3 miles 665.2 km · straight line
536.9 miles actual route 864.1 km · driving distance
9h 19min estimated drive time
€93 - €114 estimated fuel cost
~1h 20min flight time
164° SSE bearing direction

How far is Düsseldorf from Milan?

The distance from Düsseldorf to Milan is 413.3 miles (665.2 km) as the crow flies. Milan is located SSE of Düsseldorf. By car, the driving distance is approximately 536.9 miles, taking about 9h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Düsseldorf is in Germany, while Milan is in Italy.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Milan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 19min €93 - €114 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 20min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 11min $43–$81* Budget
Train ~8h 51min $64–$188* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Düsseldorf & Milan

Quick Facts

Düsseldorf
51.23°N, 6.77°E
Europe/Berlin
38m 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 138 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 34 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 60.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM