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Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Italy’s leading art museums, known for masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Mantegna in the elegant Brera district.
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h 38 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
257 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cortina d'Ampezzo to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cortina d'Ampezzo to Milan will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
Of the 3 buses that leave Cortina d'Ampezzo for Milan on Sun, Jun 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 07 the direct buses cover the 257 km distance in an average of 6 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
On Sun, Jun 07 the slowest buses will take 7 h 5 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.
FlixBus
FlixBus
FRECCIAROSSA 9740+
Busitalia B0001
FRECCIAROSSA 9740+
Busitalia B0001
FlixBus
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cortina d'Ampezzo to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $120.
Distance: 159 miles (257 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$48 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $162 Average price | $120 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 17m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration Fastest 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 57m Average total duration 6h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cortina d'Ampezzo to Milan:
A train is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Cortina d'Ampezzo to Milan costing on average $48 (€39).
A train is $117 (€95) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cortina d'Ampezzo to Milan costing on average $162 (€132).
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 47m.
Flight takes on average 6h 57m.
Tickets start at around $48 (€39) compared to roughly $120 (€98) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $72 (€59). The journey takes 5h 47m versus 4h 50m 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 FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
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 04:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Autostradale | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:36PM | Duration 5h36 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
The table below shows live departures for Cortina d'Ampezzo to Milan buses for today, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 6:00 AM Cortina d'Ampezzo, Piazza Roma | 6h50 | 12:50 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9740+ Busitalia B0001 | 11:15 AM Cortina d'Ampezzo | 6h00 | 5:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:10 PM Cortina d'Ampezzo, Piazza Roma | 7h05 | 12:15 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Cortina d'Ampezzo to Milan run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 22:55. The fastest bus covers the 159 miles (257 km) distance in 5h 36m.
Distance 159 miles (257 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 36m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 10:55 PM |
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One of Italy’s leading art museums, known for masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Mantegna in the elegant Brera district.
A major museum of 20th-century Italian art facing Piazza del Duomo, with strong Futurist holdings and striking city views.
A contemporary museum focused on world cultures and major temporary exhibitions, popular for its modern architecture and changing shows.
Milan’s canal district, best known for waterside walks, photogenic bridges, and lively atmosphere day and night.
A charming historic neighborhood of narrow streets, galleries, boutiques, and classic Milan character, ideal for wandering.
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Braised veal shank cooked slowly until tender, traditionally served with gremolata and often paired with risotto.
Breaded veal cutlet fried in butter, a classic Milanese specialty and one of the city's most famous dishes.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant offering creative haute cuisine with an elegant, Michelin-starred reputation.
Famous central bakery known for panzerotti, a beloved casual stop near the Duomo with constant local appeal.
Modern Milanese restaurant known for refined Lombard classics in a stylish contemporary setting.
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Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-5 for good service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up.
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