How can I travel from Essen to Milan without flying?

You can take a bus or a train to go from Essen to Milan. The two options are convenient and eco-friendly ways to reach Milan. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

How long does it take to get to Milan from Essen by bus?

On average, the trip from Essen to Milan takes around 23h 35m, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 15h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 425 miles (685 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Essen to Milan?

The distance separating Essen and Milan is 425 miles (685 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Milan?

The majority of buses traveling from Essen to Milan start their journey at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit and wind up at Lampugnano. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What is the most cost-effective way to travel from Essen to Milan?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, choose the bus. With prices starting at $70, you won't find a cheaper way to get there.

How much are the bus tickets from Essen to Milan?

You can expect to pay around $107 for a bus ticket. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $70 and $187, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Essen to Milan Bus Tickets

Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Milan.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$70 - $187	Average Duration23h 35m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train	Average Price$78 - $161	Average Duration21h 5m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$51 - $51	Average Duration9h 20m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Essen to Milan

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Milan. The journey takes about 9 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

9h 20mAverage Duration

$51Cheapest ticket

29kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Essen to Milan: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$107

Average bus trip duration23h 35m

Number of daily buses2

Earliest bus departure4:00am

Distance423 miles (681 km)

Latest bus departure9:00pm

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/58,759 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/510,253 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.5

IT bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, MarinoBus, Infobus, RegioJet, Ecolines

Essen to Milan Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Essen and Milan?

Stops in Essen

A - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

B - HBF

C - Essen Hbf

D - Essen Bushaltestelle

E - Hachestraße

Stops in Milan

A - Lampugnano

B - Linate Airport

C - Piazza I Maggio, 1

D - Malpensa Airport

E - Milan

F - Milan San Donato Bus Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Essen - Milan

How can I travel from Essen to Milan without flying?
How long does it take to get to Milan from Essen by bus?
What is the travel distance from Essen to Milan?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Milan?
What is the most cost-effective way to travel from Essen to Milan?
How much are the bus tickets from Essen to Milan?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

05/23

No data

05/24

$134

Today

$86

05/26

$76

05/27

$125

05/28

$82

05/29

$115

05/30

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The cheapest trip from Essen to Milan was searched and found on May 26, 2025 with a price of $76

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

You can expect to pay from $76 to $134 for a bus ticket from Essen to Milan based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $76 which is on 2025-05-26.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Essen to Milan.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Essen to Milan, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Essen to Milan.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Essen to Milan, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Will you be returning to Essen by bus?

Bus from Essen to Milan

You can also go to Milan by train

Train from Essen to Milan

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