The cheapest and fastest buses from Lugano to Milan
Cheapest price
€3
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
42 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lugano to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Milan will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.
Of the 11 buses that leave Lugano for Milan on Sat, Mar 21, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 63 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 1 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lugano to Milan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 63 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€9 Average price Cheapest | €31 Average price |
1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lugano to Milan bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Milan buses for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 6:40 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 1h10 | 7:50 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
2495 | 7:50 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 1h40 | 9:30 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
2495 | 7:50 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 2h30 | 10:20 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 1h20 | 11:05 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
4740 | 7:20 AM Lugano, Via Ciani | 1h10 | 8:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Prague -> Milan) | 10:40 AM Lugano, Via Ciani | 1h20 | 12:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
4744 | 11:00 AM Lugano, Via Ciani | 1h10 | 12:10 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Lugano to Milan by train or bus
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Why should you book Lugano to Milan buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, Infobus or Marino Autolinee to find the best option for your trip from Lugano to Milan.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Lugano to Milan.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, Infobus or Marino Autolinee to find the best option for your trip from Lugano to Milan.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Lugano to Milan.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lugano to Milan
Buses from Lugano to Milan run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 63 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 63 km |
Average bus duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Marino Autolinee from Lugano to MilanYou can travel by bus between Lugano to Milan with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Marino Autolinee for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lugano to Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano 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.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- 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.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- 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).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- 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 Lugano 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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