The cheapest and fastest buses from Milan to Zurich
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€35
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 20 m
Buses per day
17
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 €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 17 buses that leave Milan for Zurich on Sun, Nov 16, 13 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 217 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Sun, Nov 16 the slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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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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 €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 1m. 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 €18, and a flight costs an average of €92.
Distance: 217 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€51 Average price Cheapest | €87 Average price | €216 Average price |
5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m 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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Live departures
Milan to Zurich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Zurich 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2490 | 10:55 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 6h10 | 5:05 AM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4734 | 11:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h40 | 3:00 AM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2490 | 11:50 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 5h15 | 5:05 AM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 | |
4743 | 2:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h20 | 6:40 PM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4743 · 7990 | 2:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 5h25 | 7:45 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
(Milan -> Prague) | 2:40 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h40 | 7:20 PM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4739 | 6:55 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h55 | 10:50 PM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 12h00 | 8:50 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 16h20 | 2:30 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milan to Zurich
Buses from Milan to Zurich run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 4 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 45m.
Distance 217 km |
Average bus duration 5h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
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 €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Orio al Serio, Milan Bergamo Airport (Bus station), which is located around 28.2 miles (45.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Milan to Zurich
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station, near the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 1A
- 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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