The cheapest and fastest buses from Milan to Zurich
Cheapest price
€23
Average price
€44
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Zurich will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
Of the 16 buses that leave Milan for Zurich on Sun, Feb 15, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Feb 15 the direct buses cover the 217 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Sun, Feb 15 the slowest buses will take 3 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.

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Milan to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 8m. 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 €10, and a flight costs an average of €93.
Distance: 217 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€25 Average price Cheapest | €84 Average price | €191 Average price |
5h 19m Average total duration 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Milan to Zurich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Zurich buses for today, Saturday, February 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4743 · 7990 | 2:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 5h25 | 7:45 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
4743 | 2:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h20 | 6:40 PM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 14h45 | 8:45 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
4739 | 6:55 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h55 | 10:50 PM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 16h20 | 2:30 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
4734 | 11:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h40 | 3:00 AM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h40 | 3:00 AM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, February 15 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 14h15 | 2:30 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
255 | 5:35 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 5h20 | 10:55 AM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2494 | 6:10 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 5h05 | 11:15 AM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milan to Zurich
Buses from Milan to Zurich run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 217 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 217 km |
Average bus duration 4h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Calanda Viaggi, FlixBus, Infobus from Milan to ZurichYou can travel by bus between Milan to Zurich with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Calanda Viaggi, FlixBus, Infobus for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Calanda Viaggi
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FAQs: Bus from Milan to Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Zurich 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 Zurich, 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.
- Calanda Viaggi
- The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions
- passengers should check the policies during the booking process.
- 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.
- Calanda Viaggi
- One checked bag and one small hand luggage item are generally included, but specific size and weight details are not explicitly stated and may vary.
- 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).
- Calanda Viaggi
- Additional luggage may be allowed, but details on fees and restrictions are not specified.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- 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 Zurich
- 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
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 31, 33, 46 Train: S2, S5, S6, S7, S8, S14, S16 Tram: 4, 13, 17
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