The cheapest and fastest buses from Milan to Otranto
Cheapest price
€66
Average price
€82
Fastest journey
14 h 30 m
Average duration
15 h 9 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
961 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to Otranto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Otranto will cost around €82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €66.
Of the 5 buses that leave Milan for Otranto on Sun, Nov 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 16 the direct buses cover the 961 km distance in an average of 15 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 30 m .
On Sun, Nov 16 the slowest buses will take 16 h 30 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 bus, train, and flight for Milan to Otranto
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Milan to Otranto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €36, and a flight costs an average of €31.
Distance: 961 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€80 Average price | €80 Average price | €73 Average price Cheapest |
13h 50m Average total duration 13h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 8m Average total duration 11h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Milan to Otranto bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Otranto buses for today, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:55 AM Milan | 14h15 | 9:10 PM Otranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:25 PM Milan | 20h15 | 9:40 AM Otranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:50 PM Milan | 14h45 | 7:35 AM Otranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:10 PM Milan | 16h30 | 9:40 AM Otranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:10 PM Milan | 15h30 | 9:40 AM Otranto | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milan to Otranto
Buses from Milan to Otranto run on average 11 times per day, taking around 13h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:20, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 961 km distance in 14h 30m.
Distance 961 km |
Average bus duration 13h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 14h 30m |
First bus 04:20 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: Marino Autolinee, FlixBus from Milan to OtrantoYou can travel by bus between Milan to Otranto with Marino Autolinee, FlixBus for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Milan to Otranto
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Otranto 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 Otranto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Milan to Otranto
- 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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