The cheapest and fastest buses from Zurich to Milan
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€24
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 12 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zurich to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Milan will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 8 buses that leave Zurich for Milan on Tue, Nov 18, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 18 the direct buses cover the 217 km distance in an average of 4 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Tue, Nov 18 the slowest buses will take 5 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.

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich to Milan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. 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 €22, and a flight costs an average of €98.
Distance: 217 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€52 Average price Cheapest | €90 Average price | €432 Average price |
6h 9m Average total duration 5h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m 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
Zurich to Milan bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Milan buses for today, Monday, November 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 16h35 | 11:05 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
4744 | 8:05 AM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 4h05 | 12:10 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 15h15 | 1:50 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:50 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 15h00 | 5:50 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 13h50 | 6:10 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
2495 | 4:20 PM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 6h00 | 10:20 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2495 | 4:20 PM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 5h10 | 9:30 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
2499 | 11:35 PM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 6h05 | 5:40 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2499 | 11:35 PM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 5h10 | 4:45 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zurich to Milan
Buses from Zurich to Milan run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 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 35m.
Distance 217 km |
Average bus duration 5h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Calanda Viaggi, FlixBus from Zurich to MilanYou can travel by bus between Zurich to Milan with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Calanda Viaggi, FlixBus for as low as €22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Zurich to Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Orio al Serio, Milan Bergamo Airport (Bus station), located 28.2 miles (45.5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Zurich to Milan
- 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
- 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
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