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TodayApr 25
from $14
TomorrowApr 26
from $14
SatApr 27
from $11
SunApr 28
from $9
MonApr 29
from $9
TueApr 30
from $10
WedMay 1
from $9
ThuMay 2

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Milan
    Departure location: Lampugnano
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Lugano
    Destination location: Lugano
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $14
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Milan
    Departure location: Lampugnano
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Lugano
    Destination location: Lugano
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $16
  • Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Milan
    Departure location: Lampugnano
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Lugano
    Destination location: Lugano
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $28
  • Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Milan
    Departure location: Piazza I Maggio, 1
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Lugano
    Destination location: Lugano
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $32
Bus Milan to Lugano: Trip Overview

Bus Milan to Lugano: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$12
Average bus trip duration1h 20m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure3:30 AM
Distance38 miles (61 km)
Latest bus departure11:10 PM

Milan to Lugano Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures8
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures3:30AM - 11:10PM
Minimum Price$9
Average Ticket Price$12
Minimum Trip Duration1h10m
Average Bus Trip Duration1h20m
Distance38 miles (61 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, BlaBlaBus, Calanda Viaggi Reisen, RegioJet, MarinoBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Milan - Lugano

You can take a bus or a train to go from Milan to Lugano. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most convenient and eco-friendly way. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

On average, the trip from Milan to Lugano takes around 1h 20m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 1h 10m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 40 miles (64 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Milan and Lugano is 40 miles (64 km).

About 8 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus, BlaBlaBus and Calanda Viaggi Reisen. The number of buses operating from Milan to Lugano may change based on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Milan to Lugano as effortless as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service operates between 3:30 AM and 11:10 PM.

The majority of buses traveling from Milan to Lugano start their journey at Lampugnano and wind up at Arrêt D'autobus Lugano. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. With prices starting at $9, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.

You can expect to pay around $12 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $9 and $118, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Yes, a day trip from Milan to Lugano is definitely doable. The total time it takes to make a round-trip between Milan and Lugano is about 2h 20m. This allows for plenty of time to explore the sights in Lugano before returning to Milan in the evening.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04/23
$9
04/24
$9
Today
$9
04/26
$9
04/27
$9
04/28
$9
04/29
$9
04/30
$9
The cheapest trip from Milan to Lugano was searched and found on Apr 23, 2024 with a price of $9

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

You can expect to pay from $9 to $29 for a bus ticket from Milan to Lugano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2024-04-26.

Usually Comuto Pro (BlaBlaCar Bus) 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Milan and Lugano!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Milan to Lugano, 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 Milan to Lugano.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Milan to Lugano while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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

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

Will you be returning to Milan by bus?

Bus from Lugano to Milan

You can also go to Lugano by train

Train from Milan to Lugano

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