The cheapest and fastest buses from Milan to Lucerne
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€26
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Lucerne will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 9 buses that leave Milan for Lucerne on Fri, Apr 10, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Apr 10 the direct buses cover the 189 km distance in an average of 2 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Fri, Apr 10 the slowest buses will take 3 h 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.
10:00 AM2h50Milan12:50 PMLucerne€161One-way0 transfers
2:00 PM3h00Milan5:00 PMLucerne€201One-way0 transfers
4:10 PM3h00Milan7:10 PMLucerne€211One-way0 transfers
3:30 PM3h00Milan6:30 PMLucerne€211One-way0 transfers
9:50 AM2h50Milan12:40 PMLucerne€221One-way0 transfers
10:00 AM2h50Milan12:50 PMLucerne€161One-way0 transfers
9:50 AM2h50Milan12:40 PMLucerne€221One-way0 transfers
2:00 PM3h00Milan5:00 PMLucerne€201One-way0 transfers
4:10 PM3h00Milan7:10 PMLucerne€211One-way0 transfers
3:30 PM3h00Milan6:30 PMLucerne€211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Milan to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. 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 €16, and a flight costs an average of €39.
Distance: 189 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€25 Average price Cheapest | €65 Average price | €75 Average price |
4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Milan to Lucerne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Lucerne buses for today, Thursday, April 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h10 | 2:25 PM Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h15 | 7:35 PM Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h20 | 2:20 AM Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 Marino Autolinee or BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Milan to Lucerne.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Milan to Lucerne.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Marino Autolinee or BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Milan to Lucerne.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Milan to Lucerne.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milan to Lucerne
Buses from Milan to Lucerne run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:38, the last at 23:18. The fastest bus covers the 189 km distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 189 km |
Average bus duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 12:38 AM |
Last bus 11:18 PM |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus from Milan to LucerneYou can travel by bus between Milan to Lucerne with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Milan to Lucerne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Lucerne 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 Lucerne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- 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.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- 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).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Milan to Lucerne
- 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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