How much is the bus ticket from Lugano to Milano?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lugano to Milano start at R 163. The average price for this route is around R 228. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Lugano to Milano?

The average bus journey time from Lugano to Milano is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 61 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Lugano to Milano route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Itabus , BlaBlaCar Bus , Calanda Viaggi Reisen , RegioJet , MarinoBus , GoOpti , ALSA .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lugano to Milano?

The earliest bus departs from Lugano to Milano at 04:05. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lugano to Milano?

A bus trip from Lugano to Milano produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Lugano to Milano?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is GoOpti , with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 140 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lugano to Milano?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company GoOpti has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lugano to Milano?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is GoOpti , with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lugano to Milano?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Calanda Viaggi Reisen , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Lugano to Milano from R 144 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Lugano to Milano on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:20	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 10m	09:30	Lampugnano	Cheapest
Bus	19:40	Lugano	1h 10m	20:50	Lampugnano bus station	Fastest
Bus	07:35	Lugano	1h 35m	09:10	Lampugnano bus station	No tags
Bus	12:00	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 10m	13:10	Lampugnano	No tags
Bus	09:15	Lugano	1h 30m	10:45	Lampugnano bus station	No tags

Next departures from Lugano to Milano on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:50	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	22:30	Lampugnano	Cheapest
Bus	19:40	Lugano	1h 10m	20:50	Lampugnano bus station	Fastest
Bus	04:05	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	05:45	Lampugnano	No tags
Bus	05:30	Lugano	1h 20m	06:50	Lampugnano bus station	No tags
Bus	04:05	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	05:45	Lampugnano	No tags

Next departures from Lugano to Milano on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:50	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	22:30	Lampugnano	Cheapest
Bus	19:40	Lugano	1h 10m	20:50	Lampugnano bus station	Fastest
Bus	20:50	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	22:30	Lampugnano	No tags
Bus	05:30	Lugano	1h 20m	06:50	Lampugnano bus station	No tags
Bus	20:50	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	22:30	Lampugnano	No tags

Next departures from Lugano to Milano on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:05	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	05:45	Lampugnano	Cheapest
Bus	16:20	Lugano	1h 10m	17:30	Lampugnano bus station	Fastest
Bus	04:05	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	05:45	Lampugnano	No tags
Bus	05:30	Lugano	1h 20m	06:50	Lampugnano bus station	No tags
Bus	04:05	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	05:45	Lampugnano	No tags

Next departures from Lugano to Milano on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:20	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 10m	09:30	Lampugnano	Cheapest
Bus	16:20	Lugano	1h 10m	17:30	Lampugnano bus station	Fastest
Bus	04:05	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	05:45	Lampugnano	No tags
Bus	05:30	Lugano	1h 20m	06:50	Lampugnano bus station	No tags
Bus	12:00	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 10m	13:10	Lampugnano	No tags

Next departures from Lugano to Milano on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:05	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	05:45	Lampugnano	Cheapest
Bus	16:20	Lugano	1h 10m	17:30	Lampugnano bus station	Fastest
Bus	11:40	Via Giacomo E Filippo Ciani	1h 20m	13:00	Lampugnano	No tags
Bus	04:05	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	05:45	Lampugnano	No tags
Bus	05:30	Lugano	1h 20m	06:50	Lampugnano bus station	No tags

Next departures from Lugano to Milano on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:20	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 10m	09:30	Lampugnano	Cheapest
Bus	16:20	Lugano	1h 10m	17:30	Lampugnano bus station	Fastest
Bus	04:05	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	05:45	Lampugnano	No tags
Bus	05:30	Lugano	1h 20m	06:50	Lampugnano bus station	No tags
Bus	12:00	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 10m	13:10	Lampugnano	No tags

Next departures from Lugano to Milano on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:20	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 10m	09:30	Lampugnano	Cheapest
Bus	16:20	Lugano	1h 10m	17:30	Lampugnano bus station	Fastest
Bus	04:05	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	05:45	Lampugnano	No tags
Bus	05:30	Lugano	1h 20m	06:50	Lampugnano bus station	No tags
Bus	12:00	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 10m	13:10	Lampugnano	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:22 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Lugano to Milano

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Milano. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just R 62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

1hAverage duration

64 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 163 - R 2 388	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 606 - R 920	Average duration1h 23m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 62 - R 306	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lugano and Milano?

Stops in Lugano

A
Arrêt D'autobus Lugano
Via Giacomo E Filippo Ciani, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland
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B
Stazione/Gare de Lugano
Stazione FFS 1, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland
C
Via Basilea
Via Basilea, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland

Stops in Milano

A
Lampugnano
Via Giulio Natta, 228, 20151 Milano, Italy
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B
Piazza I Maggio, 1
Piazza I Maggio, 1, 20099 Sesto San Giovanni MI, Italy
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C
Molino Dorino
Molino Dorino, 20151 Milano, Italy
D
Linate Airport
E
Malpensa Airport
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F
Milan San Donato Bus Station
Via Giuseppe Impastato, 27, 20138 Milano, Italy
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 617 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Itabus

4/5954 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi3.1

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 229 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

Calanda Viaggi Reisen

3/54 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness5

WiFi2.5

RegioJet

4/51 061 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.8

MarinoBus

4/5898 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.3

GoOpti

4.5/5140 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.9

WiFi4

ALSA

4.5/560 921 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

IT Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lugano to Milano by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Lugano to Milano?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lugano to Milano start at R 163. The average price for this route is around R 228. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Lugano to Milano?
The average bus journey time from Lugano to Milano is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 61 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Lugano to Milano route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Calanda Viaggi Reisen, RegioJet, MarinoBus, GoOpti, ALSA.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lugano to Milano?
The earliest bus departs from Lugano to Milano at 04:05. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lugano to Milano?
A bus trip from Lugano to Milano produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Lugano to Milano?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is GoOpti, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 140 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lugano to Milano?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company GoOpti has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lugano to Milano?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is GoOpti, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lugano to Milano?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Calanda Viaggi Reisen, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

13/12

R 208

14/12

R 187

Today

R 156

16/12

R 156

17/12

R 156

18/12

R 177

19/12

R 156

20/12

R 146

The cheapest trip from Lugano to Milano was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of R 146

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lugano to Milano as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 146 to R 978 for a bus ticket from Lugano to Milano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 146, which is on 2025-12-20.

Usually Itabus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.