Can I cancel my bus ticket from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport?

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport depends on the bus companies: FlixBus You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.

Is luggage included in the bus ticket price from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport?

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport: FlixBus One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Can I bring my pet on board the bus from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport?

Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport. The following conditions apply: FlixBus Small pets in carriers allowed guide dogs travel for free.

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport

Showing times and prices for Aug 11

Cheapest price

$67

Average price

$85

Fastest journey

15 h 20 m

Average duration

15 h 27 m

Buses per day

Distance

604 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport will cost around $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave Cologne for Milan Malpensa Airport on Tue, Aug 11, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Aug 11 the direct buses cover the 604 km distance in an average of 15 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 20 m .

On Tue, Aug 11 the slowest buses will take 15 h 30 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.

4:35 PM15h20
Cologne
7:55 AMMilan Malpensa Airport
$671One-way
0 transfers
12:55 PM15h30
Cologne
4:25 AMMilan Malpensa Airport
$821One-way
0 transfers
1:55 PM15h30
Cologne
5:25 AMMilan Malpensa Airport
$1061One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a train costs an average of $275.

Distance: 375 miles (604 km)

Compare bus with

Bus	Most popular Flight	Train	Driving
$89 Average price Cheapest	$235 Average price	$300 Average price	$225 Average price (fuel + tolls)
13h 38m Average total duration 13h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	11h 59m Average total duration 11h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	8h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door)
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport is a bus with an average price of $89 (€72).

This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport:

A bus is $147 (€119) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport costing on average $235 (€191).

A bus is $211 (€171) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport costing on average $300 (€243).

The fastest way to travel from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 52m.

Other travel options to Milan Malpensa Airport take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 29m.

Bus takes on average 13h 8m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Cologne and Milan Malpensa Airport including taking a train, bus, and flight.

We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport among Omio's users.

Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.

Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport Bus Timetables

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Departure days	Cheapest price
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 02:50AM	Arrival Time 06:10PM	Duration 15h20	Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $91
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 03:50AM	Arrival Time 07:10PM	Duration 15h20	Departure days Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $80
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 04:50AM	Arrival Time 08:20PM	Duration 15h30	Departure days Mon	Cheapest price $111
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 09:52AM	Arrival Time 05:35AM	Duration 19h43	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $94
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 12:55PM	Arrival Time 04:25AM	Duration 15h30	Departure days Tue	Cheapest price $82
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 01:55PM	Arrival Time 05:25AM	Duration 15h30	Departure days Tue	Cheapest price $106
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 02:15PM	Arrival Time 04:35AM	Duration 14h20	Departure days Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $77
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 03:00PM	Arrival Time 07:55AM	Duration 16h55	Departure days Thu	Cheapest price $122
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 03:15PM	Arrival Time 05:35AM	Duration 14h20	Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $81
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 04:15PM	Arrival Time 06:35AM	Duration 14h20	Departure days Mon	Cheapest price $103
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 04:35PM	Arrival Time 07:55AM	Duration 15h20	Departure days Tue, Sat	Cheapest price $67
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 05:35PM	Arrival Time 08:55AM	Duration 15h20	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $85
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 05:55PM	Arrival Time 11:40AM	Duration 17h45	Departure days Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $80
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 06:35PM	Arrival Time 09:55AM	Duration 15h20	Departure days Mon	Cheapest price $180
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 07:55PM	Arrival Time 01:40PM	Duration 17h45	Departure days Mon	Cheapest price $102
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 10:05PM	Arrival Time 05:30PM	Duration 19h25	Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $77
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 10:35PM	Arrival Time 07:10PM	Duration 20h35	Departure days Thu	Cheapest price $94

Live departures

Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport buses for today, Monday, August 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus	4:15 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)	14h20	6:35 AM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T1	1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus	4:15 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)	14h10	6:25 AM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T2	1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus	6:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)	15h20	9:55 AM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T2	1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus	6:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)	15h25	10:00 AM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T1	1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus	7:55 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)	17h45	1:40 PM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T1	1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus	7:55 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)	18h05	2:00 PM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T2	1 transfer
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport

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Buses from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 13h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $58 (€47) if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 02:50, the last at 22:35. The fastest bus covers the 375 miles (604 km) distance in 14h 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

375 miles (604 km)

Average bus duration

13h 8m

Cheapest ticket price

$58 (€47)

Buses per day

Fastest bus

14h 20m

First bus

2:50 AM

Last bus

10:35 PM

Cheapest Month

Jul

Cheapest Day

Mon

High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Mon

Least Busy Day

Mon

Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus from Cologne to Milan Malpensa AirportYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport with FlixBus for as low as $58 (€47). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About

FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

14h 20m

Cheapest Price

$58 (€47)

FlixBus frequency

7 a day

Luggage included

One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Additional luggage

Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Seat reservation

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Bikes

Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.

Pets

Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Learn more about FlixBus

FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport 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 Milan Malpensa Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Cheap bus tickets from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport can start from as little as $58 (€47) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport is $89 (€72) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by bus from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport is 14h 20m to travel the 375 miles (604 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest bus from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport leaves at 2:50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest bus from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport leaves at 10:35 PM.

There are 7 buses a day from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport which require at least one change with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.

When taking a bus from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport, you can count on FlixBus for the best way to get you to Milan Malpensa Airport. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Cologne and Milan Malpensa Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.

A trip to Milan Malpensa Airport from Cologne is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 14h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a bus from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport is July.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Cologne and Milan Malpensa Airport including taking a train, bus, and flight.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport:

FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport for bus company FlixBus.

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport depends on the bus companies:

FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company FlixBus.

Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport:

FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport:

FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport. The following conditions apply:

FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.

You can reserve your seat on the bus from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport with the following bus company: FlixBus

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport with the following bus company: FlixBus.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport with the following bus company: FlixBus.

Since both Cologne and Milan Malpensa Airport are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.

We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport among Omio's users.

Italy uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most payments, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.

Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport

Most Cologne to Milan Malpensa Airport buses use the Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Milan Malpensa Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Cologne

Arrival bus stations in Milan

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)Kennedystrasse, Koln, Germany Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) from Cologne city centre

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe · 8m · $5 · every ~2 min

Rb26 · 12m · $5

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) bus station facilities and services

Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, and WC.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Parking, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Elevators, ramps.

More about Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)Kennedystrasse, 51147 Koln, Germany Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) from Cologne city centre

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe · 16m · $5 · every ~2 min

Rb26 · 20m · $5

Re · 21m · every ~2 min

BusS19, S12 · 27m · $6

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) bus station facilities and services

Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.