- Must visit
Pinacoteca di Brera
Milan’s premier fine art gallery, known for masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Mantegna. A top choice for Italian art lovers.
Cheapest price
$90
Average price
$110
Fastest journey
15 h 55 m
Average duration
16 h 40 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
830 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Amsterdam to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Milan will cost around $110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $90.
Of the 24 buses that leave Amsterdam for Milan on Thu, Jun 25, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 25 the direct buses cover the 830 km distance in an average of 16 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 55 m .
On Thu, Jun 25 the slowest buses will take 17 h 50 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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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, and a flight costs an average of $150.
Distance: 515 miles (830 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$99 Average price Cheapest | $265 Average price | $192 Average price | $305 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 28m Average total duration 11h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 29m Average total duration 10h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.8 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.5 - 5.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Milan:
A bus is $93 (€77) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Milan costing on average $192 (€159).
A bus is $166 (€137) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Milan costing on average $265 (€219).
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 59m.
Bus takes on average 11h 58m.
Tickets start at around $99 (€82) compared to roughly $305 (€252) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $206 (€170). The journey takes 11h 58m versus 10h 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 22h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 21h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 22h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 21h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 23h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 20h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 20h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $139 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $139 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 22h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 23h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 21h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 22h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 28h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 19h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 24h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 21h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 22h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 21h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Milan buses for today, Wednesday, June 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 20h45 | 5:05 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 21h40 | 6:25 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 20h05 | 5:05 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 25h15 | 10:15 AM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 22h25 | 11:15 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 21h40 | 11:55 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 15h55 | 6:25 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 28h05 | 8:55 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 19h20 | 1:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 20h00 | 3:05 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 24h05 | 8:55 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 18h05 | 3:05 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 18h20 | 4:50 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, June 25 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:45 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 16h05 | 4:50 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Amsterdam to Milan run on average 24 times per day, taking around 11h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $52 (€43) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 515 miles (830 km) distance in 15h 55m.
Distance 515 miles (830 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€43) |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 15h 55m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Milan — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Milan trip today.
Milan’s premier fine art gallery, known for masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Mantegna. A top choice for Italian art lovers.
Contemporary art venue in a striking converted distillery complex, widely popular for exhibitions and architecture.
Major museum of 20th-century Italian art facing Piazza del Duomo, with strong Futurist and modern collections.
Canal-side district famous for walks, historic waterways, and photogenic corners. Highly popular with visitors and on social media.
Charming central neighborhood with elegant streets, art atmosphere, independent shops, and classic Milan character.
Milan’s main square and urban heart, surrounded by major landmarks and ideal as a starting point for exploring the city.
Milan’s signature saffron risotto, rich with butter and cheese. It is one of the city’s most iconic dishes and a classic of Lombard cuisine.
A breaded veal cutlet fried in butter, traditionally served bone-in. It is one of Milan’s best-known historic dishes.
Braised veal shanks, often served with risotto alla Milanese. The marrow, tender meat, and slow-cooked sauce make it a Milanese favorite.
A famous casual stop near the Duomo, best known for its panzerotti. It is not strictly Milanese cuisine but is one of the city’s most iconic quick bites.
A respected modern Milanese restaurant known for refined Lombard dishes such as risotto and mondeghili in a stylish but relaxed setting.
A long-established traditional trattoria serving classic Milanese cuisine, including ossobuco and cotoletta, in a historic atmosphere.
Prices are high by Italian standards, especially for hotels and central dining, though cafés, transit, and casual meals remain manageable.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Small change is fine for cafés and taxis.
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