The cheapest and fastest buses from Düsseldorf to Milan
Cheapest price
€67
Average price
€86
Fastest journey
13 h 5 m
Average duration
15 h 16 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
664 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Düsseldorf to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Milan will cost around €86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €67.
Of the 13 buses that leave Düsseldorf for Milan on Fri, May 15, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct buses cover the 664 km distance in an average of 15 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 5 m .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest buses will take 17 h 10 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.
FlixBus9:40 PM15h40Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf1:20 PMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano€671One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:45 AM13h05Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf4:50 PMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano€671One-way0 transfers
50449 · 947659:45 PM23h40Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf9:25 PMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano€721One-way1 transfer
50457 · 947818:15 AM23h45Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf8:00 AMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano€721One-way1 transfer
FlixBus5:25 PM13h45Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf7:10 AMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano€801One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:45 AM13h05Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf4:50 PMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano€671One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:25 PM13h45Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf7:10 AMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano€801One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:40 PM15h40Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf1:20 PMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano€671One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus12:25 PM16h40Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf5:05 AMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano€841One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus1:15 PM17h10Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf6:25 AMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano€1161One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Milan
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €45, and a train costs an average of €132.
Distance: 664 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€66 Average price Cheapest | €140 Average price | €188 Average price |
12h 42m Average total duration 12h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 56m Average total duration 9h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Milan bus times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Milan buses for today, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 9:40 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 15h40 | 1:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
50449 · 94765 | 9:45 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 23h40 | 9:25 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:50 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 23h05 | 8:55 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:50 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 19h20 | 5:10 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, May 15 | |||||
FlixBus | 3:45 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 13h05 | 4:50 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
50457 · 94781 | 8:15 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 23h45 | 8:00 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
50429 · 4740 | 10:40 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 22h50 | 9:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 17h45 | 4:50 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 16h40 | 5:05 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 21h50 | 10:15 AM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 17h10 | 6:25 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 4:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 18h37 | 11:15 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 18h35 | 11:55 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:25 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 13h45 | 7:10 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Düsseldorf to Milan
Buses from Düsseldorf to Milan run on average 8 times per day, taking around 12h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €45 but you can travel from only €43 by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:08, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 664 km distance in 13h 5m.
Distance 664 km |
Average bus duration 12h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €45 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 13h 5m |
First bus 12:08 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Düsseldorf to MilanYou can travel by bus between Düsseldorf to Milan with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €43. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Düsseldorf to Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Düsseldorf to Milan
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km)
- Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 725, 738, 752, 754, 834 Metro: U75, U78, U79 Train: S1, S6, S11
- 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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