- Must visit
Museo Faraggiana Ferrandi
Novara’s main museum, inside the castle, with archaeology, art, and local history collections that give an excellent introduction to the city and province.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$8
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$111
Fastest journey on Sep 19
50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
56 m
Buses on Sep 19
8
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Busto Arsizio to Novara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Busto Arsizio to Novara will cost around $111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 8 buses from Busto Arsizio to Novara, including 8 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 26 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 1 h 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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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Busto Arsizio to Novara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, while a bus costs an average of $46.
Distance: 16 miles (26 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$46 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest |
1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Busto Arsizio to Novara:
A train is $39 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Busto Arsizio to Novara costing on average $46.
Other travel options to Novara take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 1m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 05:14AM | Duration 0h59 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 07:14AM | Duration 0h59 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:59AM | Duration 0h59 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 10:54AM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $144 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 12:54PM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $144 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $144 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $144 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 09:59PM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 10:59PM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
The table below shows live departures for Busto Arsizio to Novara buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobus TRENORD 287A | 10:10 PM Busto Arsizio Nord | 0h49 | 10:59 PM Novara Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus TRENORD 291A | 11:10 PM Busto Arsizio Nord | 0h49 | 11:59 PM Novara Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
FlixBus | 6:15 AM Busto Arsizio, Via Antonio Fogazzaro (Poste Italiane) | 0h59 | 7:14 AM Novara, Ovest - Agognate | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 AM Busto Arsizio, Via Antonio Fogazzaro (Poste Italiane) | 1h04 | 12:54 PM Novara, Ovest - Agognate | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:50 AM Olgiate Olona, Via Busto Fagnano (McDonald's) | 1h00 | 12:50 PM Novara, Piazza Garibaldi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Olgiate Olona, Via Busto Fagnano (McDonald's) | 1h00 | 1:00 PM Novara, Piazza Garibaldi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Olgiate Olona, Via Busto Fagnano (McDonald's) | 1h00 | 2:00 PM Novara, Piazza Garibaldi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Olgiate Olona, Via Busto Fagnano (McDonald's) | 1h00 | 3:00 PM Novara, Piazza Garibaldi | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Busto Arsizio to Novara run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 but you can travel from only $4 by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:35, the last at 23:18. The fastest bus covers the 16 miles (26 km) distance in 50m.
Distance 16 miles (26 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 4:35 AM |
Last bus 11:18 PM |
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Discover the best of Novara — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Novara trip today.
Novara’s main museum, inside the castle, with archaeology, art, and local history collections that give an excellent introduction to the city and province.
Civic gallery housed in the Broletto, featuring modern and contemporary works with a strong local focus. A rewarding stop for art in a historic setting.
Museum section dedicated to archaeology and the area’s earliest history. Useful for understanding Novara from Roman times through later centuries.
Novara’s principal central square, framed by major civic landmarks. Ideal for orientation, people-watching, and experiencing the city’s historic core.
Historic center walking area around the Broletto, cathedral, and castle. Best choice for a self-guided walk covering Novara’s main monuments on foot.
The cathedral square, surrounded by key monuments and elegant urban space. A top stop for architecture, photos, and access to Novara’s religious center.
Paniscia novarese is Novara's signature risotto with rice, beans, cabbage, salami della duja and red wine, prized as a hearty farmhouse dish from the surrounding rice fields.
Salame della duja is a soft cured pork salami preserved in lard or fat, a historic Novara specialty once stored for winter and often served with rustic bread or polenta.
Gorgonzola, produced widely in the Novara area, is a famous blue cheese with creamy texture and bold flavor that reflects the region's long dairy tradition.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the countryside near Novara, known for refined Piedmontese cuisine, seasonal tasting menus and polished service.
Historic, traditional restaurant in central Novara serving local Piedmont dishes in a classic setting, with strong focus on regional ingredients and wines.
Well-regarded casual venue for Novarese and Piedmont cooking, appreciated for hearty local specialties, risotto dishes and an unfussy atmosphere.
Moderate for northern Italy; hotels and dining cost less than Milan, while local transit and everyday cafes remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or modest in Italy. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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Novara Ovest - Agognate -> Novara Centrale, Novara
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Busto Arsizio to Novara by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Novara, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Busto Arsizio to Novara buses use the Busto Arsizio, Via Antonio Fogazzaro (Poste Italiane) to Novara, Ovest - Agognate station pair, with some services arriving at Novara, Piazza Garibaldi. Use this guide to compare Busto Arsizio and Novara bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Busto Arsizio, Via Antonio Fogazzaro (Poste Italiane) is 2 km from Busto Arsizio city centre. Public transport options include:
Busto Arsizio, Via Antonio Fogazzaro (Poste Italiane) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Busto Arsizio, Via Antonio Fogazzaro (Poste Italiane). ATMs are available at Busto Arsizio, Via Antonio Fogazzaro (Poste Italiane).
Ticket office support is available at Busto Arsizio, Via Antonio Fogazzaro (Poste Italiane).
Available at Busto Arsizio, Via Antonio Fogazzaro (Poste Italiane): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Busto Arsizio, Via Antonio Fogazzaro (Poste Italiane): Basic accessibility available for most vehicles.
Novara, Piazza Garibaldi is 1 km from Novara city centre. Public transport options include:
Novara, Piazza Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several cafes are in the vicinity.
Wi-Fi is available at Novara, Piazza Garibaldi. ATMs are available at Novara, Piazza Garibaldi.
Ticket office support is available at Novara, Piazza Garibaldi.
Available at Novara, Piazza Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Novara, Piazza Garibaldi: Station is accessible for passengers with disabilities.
Novara, Ovest - Agognate is 3 km from Novara city centre. Public transport options include:
Novara, Ovest - Agognate has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Novara, Ovest - Agognate. ATMs are available at Novara, Ovest - Agognate.
Ticket office support is available at Novara, Ovest - Agognate.
Available at Novara, Ovest - Agognate: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Novara, Ovest - Agognate: Basic access with ramps.
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