Milan to Lugano Bus and Coach

Q: What is the distance between Milan and Lugano?

The distance between these two places is a total of 49 mi.

Q: What is the average travel time between Milan and Lugano?

The average travel time between the stations is 01:52 hours.

Q: How much is a bus ticket from Milan to Lugano?

The price of a bus ticket from Milan to Lugano ranges from £6 to £24.

Q: How many daily departures are there from Milan to Lugano?

The average number of daily departures is 27. However, we would advise you to look up specific dates you're interested in so that you make sure to check the number of departures on the travel date you are interested in the most.

Q: How many direct buses are there from Milan to Lugano?

There are 15 from Milan to Lugano. Keep in mind the number of direct buses can vary.

Q: What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Milan to Lugano?

All the coaches have air conditioning, reclining seats, luggage storage and they make breaks along the way to ensure all the passengers get enough resting time and can make a toilet break.

Q: How can I travel from Milan to Lugano by bus?

To travel from Milan to Lugano by bus, choose your preferred departure time and book your ticket through our platform. Detailed routes and schedules are available.

Q: How can I find which buses operate between Milan and Lugano?

Use our online ticket tool to find schedules, routes, and ticket prices for buses operating between your chosen stations.

Q: When do the first and last buses leave Milan?

The first bus departs at 06:35, and the last bus departs at 23:10.

Q: Do I need to print my ticket for the journey from Milan to Lugano?

No, you don't need to print your ticket. You can show your QR code to the bus driver, but ensure your phone battery is charged.

Milan to Lugano Lugano to Milan

Milan to Lugano Route Overview

Milan to Lugano bus is a popular way of travelling between Italy and Switzerland.There are up to 27 daily bus departures available, including 2 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Milan at 06:35h, arriving at Lugano at 09:10h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 23:10h, arriving at 00:30h the following day.

Departure station and country Milan, Italy

Arrival station and country Lugano, Switzerland

Travel Distance 49 mi

Average Trip Duration 01h 52min

Total Departures 27

Popular Operators Marino Autolinee, Student Agency

Lowest Price £6

Transportation Options Coach

Popular Departures

Below you will find some of the most popular coach departures from Milan to Lugano:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

07:40 Milan

1h 40min

DIRECT

09:20 Lugano

FlixBus

from 7.98 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 25. Sep

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08:45 Milan

1h 15min

DIRECT

10:00 Lugano

FlixBus

from 7.98 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 25. Sep

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11:45 Milan

1h 20min

DIRECT

13:05 Lugano

FlixBus

from 7.98 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 16. Sep

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14:10 Milan

1h 35min

DIRECT

15:45 Lugano

FlixBus

from 7.98 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 15. Sep

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15:40 Milan

2h 10min

DIRECT

17:50 Lugano

FlixBus

from 7.98 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 15. Sep

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Traveling by coach from Milan to Lugano

The shortest travel distance between Milan and Lugano is 49 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 19:55 has a travel time of 01:10h. The longest travel time on the route is 02:35h. Booking your train tickets in advance is recommended to guarantee your seat, especially if you're travelling during peak travel times.

Overnight coaches

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Lugano earlier, there is 1 night coach departing from Milan to Lugano. The overnight coach departs at 23:10 and arrives at 00:30 the following day. Below is the most popular night departure to Lugano:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

23:10 Milan

1h 20min

DIRECT

00:30 Lugano

FlixBus

from 11.98 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 16. Sep

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Bus companies operating the Milan to Lugano route

There are 3 bus companies operating this route. These companies have not been reviewed by travellers yet. Below is a list of the most popular bus companies on this route.

7.6 Marino Autolinee

2.5 Student Agency

7.3 BlaBlaCar Bus

Departure and arrival stations

Bus station in Milan has not been rated yet. However, the bus station in Lugano has earned a score of 9.4 from our passengers. More information on both stations, including their location and popular routes can be found on the links below.

Milan

You can see information about the departure station and stops Milan here

Lugano

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Lugano here

Cheapest tickets

Affordable tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: £6 (One-Way) or £12 (Return).

Travel reviews for Milan to Lugano bus

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Other popular destinations from Milan

If you're wondering which other destinations you can visit when travelling from Milan, below are some of the most popular routes that other travellers have booked tickets for:

Milan - Milan Malpensa (Airport)

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Milan - Milan Linate (Airport)

Milan - Medjugorje

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Other popular destinations from Lugano

If you're looking for inspiration for where to travel next once you've reached Lugano, here is a list of the most popular routes that our travellers have previously booked tickets for:

Lugano - Bergamo (Airport)

Lugano - Zagreb

Lugano - Milan Malpensa (Airport)