There are 9 ways to get from Vienna to Milan by plane, bus, train, night train 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.
Recommended option
Fly Vienna to Milan Malpensa • 4h 36m
37€ - 197€
Cheapest option
Bus • 11h 58m
31€ - 43€
7 alternative options
Fly Vienna to Milan Linate • 6h 6m
82€ - 283€
Fly Vienna to Milan Bergamo, bus • 4h 49m
39€ - 151€
Train to Bratislava, fly to Milan Bergamo, bus • 6h 13m
38€ - 266€
Train • 11h 37m
94€ - 184€
Night train • 12h 47m
65€ - 90€
Train, night train • 13h 34m
76€ - 99€
Drive • 7h 58m
100€ - 160€
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International entry into Italy from Austria
- Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Austria
Restricted for: Foreign nationals from outside EU Schengen Area with the above exceptions. Brazil, India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka are also restricted
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Conditions of entry into Italy from Austria
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 2 days before arrival and 5 day mandatory self quarantine
- A negative result for COVID-19 is a condition to end the quarantine obligation earlier. It is tested in quarantine on day 5
- Health declaration required
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- 10-day mandatory quarantine and a negative COVID-19 test issued at most 2 days before arrival
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 2 days before arrival and 5 day mandatory self quarantine
- A negative result for COVID-19 is a condition to end the quarantine obligation earlier. It is tested in quarantine on day 5
- Health declaration required
- 10 day mandatory monitored quarantine
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Yes, but conditions apply when entering Italy from Austria.
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- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1 metre
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
- Regional restriction measures in place
- Domestic border crossings may be subject to approval, testing and quarantine
- Nationwide control measures in place
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Milan is 1500.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Milan is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Milan is 1 metre.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 1500.
No, but conditions apply when returning to Austria from Italy.
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Last updated: 9 May 2021
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Milan is to bus which costs 30€ - 45€ and takes 11h 58m.
The quickest way to get from Vienna to Milan is to fly which costs 35€ - 200€ and takes 4h 36m.
No, there is no direct bus from Vienna to Milan. However, there are services departing from Vienna, Hbf and arriving at via bazzoni, 14 prima di p.za conciliazione via Venice Mestre and via natta dopo via trenno. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 58m.
Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Milano P.Garibaldi. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 47m.
The distance between Vienna and Milan is 625 km. The road distance is 854 km.
The best way to get from Vienna to Milan without a car is to train which takes 11h 37m and costs 90€ - 190€.
It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Vienna to Milan, including transfers.
Vienna to Milan bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Vienna, Hbf station.
Vienna to Milan train services, operated by Austrian Railways (ÖBB), depart from Wien Hbf station.
The best way to get from Vienna to Milan is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs 35€ - 200€. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 90€ - 190€ and takes 11h 37m, you could also bus, which costs 30€ - 45€ and takes 11h 58m.
- Distance: 625.4 km
- Duration: 4h 36m
What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Milan, Italy?
Austrian Airlines, Ryanair and two other airlines fly from Vienna to Milan 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Vienna to Milan via Innsbruck Hbf, Brennero Brenner, and Verona Porta Nuova in around 11h 37m.
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Vienna to Milan Malpensa
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 19€ - 55€
Flights from Vienna to Milan Bergamo
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Monday and Friday
- Estimated price
- 21€ - 50€
Flights from Bratislava to Milan Bergamo
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday and Friday
- Estimated price
- 26€ - 240€
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Vienna to Milan Malpensa via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 40m
- When
- Wednesday and Friday
- Estimated price
- 190€ - 380€
Flights from Vienna to Milan Linate via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 30m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 140€ - 390€
- Website
- austrian.com
Flights from Vienna to Milan Malpensa
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 65€ - 240€
- Website
- wizzair.com
Flights from Vienna to Milan Malpensa
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- When
- Thursday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 9€ - 70€
- Website
- airfrance.com
Flights from Vienna to Milan Linate via Paris CDG
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 30m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- 130€ - 550€
- Website
- klm.com
Flights from Vienna to Milan Linate via Amsterdam Schiphol
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 90€ - 290€
- Website
- iberia.com
Flights from Vienna to Milan Linate via Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 50m
- When
- Wednesday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 100€ - 1200€
- Website
- alitalia.com
Flights from Vienna to Milan Linate via Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 30m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- 85€ - 370€
Austria's national railway system is not only punctual, reliable and efficient, but offers free wifi to boot. Choose from high-speed intercity Railjet trains, overnight Nightjet trains and regional services such as Cityjet. ÖBB also operates international routes that connect cities in Austria with adjacent European countries including Germany, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Czech Republic, Switzerland and Slovenia. If you're planning to be in Austria for a while, consider the ÖBB Vorteilscard, an annual railcard that offers discounts on routes within Austria and in neighbouring countries.
Contact Details
Train from Wien Hbf to Bratislava Hlavna Stanica
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 7m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 11€ - 15€
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass
Train from Wien Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 14m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 85€ - 120€
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Wien Hbf to Bratislava Hlavna Stanica
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 9m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 23€ - 45€
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
- Phone
- +420 542 42 42 42
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Train from Wien Hbf to Bratislava Hlavna Stanica
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 18m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 3€ - 7€
- Website
- RegioJet
- 2nd Class
- 3€ - 5€
- 1st Class
- 4€ - 7€
Railjet trains operate domestically within Austria and also connect to major cities in Germany, Czech Republic, Italy, Switzerland and Hungary. This premium service runs at speeds of up to 230km/h and offers three travel classes (economy, first and business), all with free Wi-Fi and power sockets. Other amenities include a bistro-restaurant car and family zones. Seat reservations can be made up to 90 days prior to the train's departure (compulsory for all cross-border trains but not for domestic routes).
Contact Details
Train from Wien Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 14m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 60€ - 95€
- Website
- Railjet
Deutsche Bahn’s EuroCity (EC) trains connect German cities to major cities in neighbouring European countries, and are operated in conjunction with their national train company. All EC trains offer First and Standard class; cars are air-conditioned and food and drinks are available onboard. Tickets can be booked up to 180 days in advance of travel. Seat reservations are not compulsory but are recommended for popular routes.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 2970
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Brennero Brenner to Verona Porta Nuova
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 44m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- 26€ - 40€
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Brennero Brenner to Verona Porta Nuova
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 14m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- 16€ - 35€
- Website
- Trenitalia
- 1st Class
- 28€ - 32€
Trenord operates regional and suburban lines throughout Italy’s Lombardy region, including the Malapensa Express from Milan’s Malapensa Airport and local lines around Lake Como and the Italian Lakes. Trenord train tickets can be purchased from machines at any train station and don’t need to be booked in advance.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 02 7249 4494
- my-link@trenord.it
- Website
- trenord.it
Train from Verona Porta Nuova to Milano Centrale
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 50m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 10€ - 13€
- Website
- Trenord
- Phone
- +43 51717
- Website
- nightjet.com
Night train from Wien Hbf to Milano P.Garibaldi
- Ave. Duration
- 12h 47m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 65€ - 90€
- Website
- Nightjet
Night train from Salzburg Hbf to Milano P.Garibaldi
- Ave. Duration
- 10h 8m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 50€ - 70€
- Website
- Nightjet
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- Phone
- +43 1 89900
- meinenachricht@westbahn.at
- Website
- westbahn.at
Train from Wien Westbahnhof to Salzburg Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 26m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 25€ - 29€
- Website
- WESTbahn Gmbh
- Phone
- +39 02 3008 9000
- info@autostradale.it
- Website
- autostradale.it
Bus from Bergamo Airport Bus Station to Milan Centrale
- Ave. Duration
- 1h
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- 5€ - 10€
- Website
- Autostradale
- Website
- Autostradale
- Phone
- +420 542 42 42 42
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Bus from Vienna, Hbf to Venice Mestre, St. di autobus
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 25m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- 17€ - 24€
- Website
- RegioJet
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Venice Mestre to Milan
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- 15€ - 18€
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
- Phone
- +34 937 065 366
- Website
- barcelonanord.cat
Bus from Mestre to Milano
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 45m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Website
- Estació d'autobusos Barcelona Nord
- Phone
- +389(0)2 24 02 388
- avtobuska@maksoob.com.mk
- Website
- ms.mk
Bus from Mestre to Milan
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 38m
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- 13€ - 17€
- Schedules at
- ms.mk
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The quickest flight from Vienna Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 25m.
Vienna to Milan bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milan station.
Vienna to Milan train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Milano Centrale station.
Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Milan is 854 km. It takes approximately 7h 58m to drive from Vienna to Milan.
Ryanair, Wizz Air, Austrian Airlines and Lufthansa offer flights from Vienna Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport.
There are 4305+ hotels available in Milan. Prices start at 75€ per night.
The best way to get from Vienna to Vienna Airport is to line 9011 train which takes 16 min and costs 12€.