The cheapest and fastest buses from Bologna Centrale to Milan
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Buses per day
51
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna Centrale to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna Centrale to Milan will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 51 buses that leave Bologna Centrale for Milan on Mon, Mar 30, 48 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 30 the direct buses cover the 200 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Mon, Mar 30 the slowest buses will take 2 h 20 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.
FlixBus05:55PM3h45Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)09:40PMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano€51One-way0 transfers
241805:25AM2h45Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)08:10AMMilano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)€61One-way0 transfers
221404:35AM3h00Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)07:35AMMilano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)€61One-way0 transfers
220602:55AM3h15Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)06:10AMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano€61One-way0 transfers
382604:35AM2h30Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)07:05AMMilano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)€61One-way0 transfers
06:50AM2h10Bologna Centrale09:00AMMilan€121One-way0 transfers
09:50AM2h10Bologna Centrale12:00PMMilan€151One-way0 transfers
01:30PM2h10Bologna Centrale03:40PMMilan€161One-way0 transfers
04804:10AM2h15Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)06:25AMMilano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)€61One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:15PM2h20Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)02:35PMMilano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)€111One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bologna Centrale to Milan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna Centrale to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 200 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€6 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price |
3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bologna Centrale to Milan bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Centrale to Milan buses for today, Sunday, March 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h40 | 2:00 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
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3898A | 12:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h40 | 4:10 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 9h05 | 9:55 AM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 1 transfer | |
2206 | 12:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h15 | 4:10 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h15 | 4:25 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h40 | 3:50 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2494 | 1:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h25 | 4:55 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:05 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h50 | 4:55 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 2:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h50 | 5:00 AM Milano | 0 transfersDirect | |
048 | 2:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h15 | 4:25 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 transfersDirect | |
048 | 2:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h50 | 5:00 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
2422 | 2:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h10 | 5:40 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2214 | 2:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h00 | 5:35 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3826 | 2:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h30 | 5:05 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3826 | 2:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h15 | 5:50 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
2214 | 2:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h45 | 6:20 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h35 | 5:25 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h20 | 6:10 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
2418 | 3:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h45 | 6:10 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h45 | 6:55 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h20 | 7:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
101 | 5:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h25 | 7:40 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 5:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h05 | 8:20 AM Milano | 0 transfersDirect | |
101 | 5:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h05 | 8:20 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h25 | 8:25 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h10 | 9:10 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h30 | 9:30 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h50 | 10:05 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h45 | 11:25 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h05 | 1:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h20 | 12:35 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h25 | 2:25 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
2126 | 11:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h15 | 2:40 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 7h30 | 6:55 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 1 transfer | |
3802 | 12:10 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h00 | 3:10 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h55 | 3:55 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h50 | 5:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h55 | 4:35 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
2402 | 1:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h30 | 5:15 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h30 | 5:55 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h45 | 7:40 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:10 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h15 | 7:25 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h25 | 6:55 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h15 | 9:35 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h05 | 11:05 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 10h45 | 8:15 AM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna Centrale to Milan
Buses from Bologna Centrale to Milan run on average 44 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 42 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:55, the last at 21:25. The fastest bus covers the 200 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 200 km |
Average bus duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 44 |
Direct buses 42 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 01:55 |
Last bus 21:25 |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, TTI Leonettibus, Autolinee Federico from Bologna Centrale to MilanYou can travel by bus between Bologna Centrale to Milan with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, TTI Leonettibus, Autolinee Federico for as low as €4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Autolinee Federico
FAQs: Bus from Bologna Centrale to Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Centrale 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.

- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bologna Centrale to Milan
- 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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