Hamburg to Milan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

559.9 miles 901.1 km · straight line
689.5 miles actual route 1109.7 km · driving distance
11h 36min estimated drive time
€119 - €146 estimated fuel cost
~1h 38min flight time
184° S bearing direction

How far is Hamburg from Milan?

The distance from Hamburg to Milan is 559.9 miles (901.1 km) as the crow flies. Milan is located S of Hamburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 689.5 miles, taking about 11h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 38min. Hamburg is in Germany, 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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey. 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 Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Milan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 36min €119 - €146 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 38min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 55min $55–$103* Budget
Train ~15h 5min $83–$241* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hamburg & Milan

Quick Facts

Hamburg
53.55°N, 9.99°E
Europe/Berlin
6m 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 187 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 47 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 44.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM