The cheapest and fastest buses from Basel to Milan
Cheapest price
€28
Average price
€43
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Basel to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Milan will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
Of the 11 buses that leave Basel for Milan on Wed, Dec 31, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 31 the direct buses cover the 264 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Wed, Dec 31 the slowest buses will take 5 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


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Compare train, bus, and flight for Basel to Milan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €96.
Distance: 264 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€29 Average price Cheapest | €112 Average price | €238 Average price |
5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 2m Average total duration 8h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Milan bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Milan buses for today, Tuesday, December 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4744 | 6:40 AM Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 5h30 | 12:10 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:40 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 5h30 | 12:10 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:25 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 5h40 | 2:05 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 5h05 | 3:50 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 4h20 | 3:50 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:05 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 5h55 | 9:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 5h15 | 1:15 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:25 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 5h25 | 3:50 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, December 31 | |||||
FlixBus | 1:05 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 4h20 | 5:25 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
4740 | 3:05 AM Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 5h25 | 8:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basel to Milan
Buses from Basel to Milan run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 264 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 264 km |
Average bus duration 5h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee from Basel to MilanYou can travel by bus between Basel to Milan with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Basel to Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Milan by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano, located 4.7 miles (7.5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Basel to Milan
- 05:30-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Swiss (in the station)
- Italian Bistro (in the station)
- Café Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: 30, 50 Tram: 8, 10, 11 Train: S3, S6
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station)
- Trattoria Milano (0.5 km)
- Pizza Express (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: M1 Bus: 68, 78, 80
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Italiana (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 121, 132 Metro: M3
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