- Must visit
Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Italy’s top art museums, featuring masterpieces by Mantegna, Bellini, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Piero della Francesca.
Cheapest price
zł87
Average price
zł143
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lucerne to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucerne to Milan will cost around zł143 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł87.
Of the 5 buses that leave Lucerne for Milan on Sat, Aug 22, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 22 the direct buses cover the 189 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Sat, Aug 22 the slowest buses will take 4 h 20 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from zł87. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł87, and a flight costs an average of zł180.
Distance: 117 miles (189 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
zł150 Average price Cheapest | zł337 Average price | zł2547 Average price | zł426 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 46m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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 Lucerne to Milan:
A bus is zł187 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucerne to Milan costing on average zł337.
A bus is zł2397 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lucerne to Milan costing on average zł2547.
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 16m.
Train takes on average 3h 32m.
Tickets start at around zł150 compared to roughly zł426 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł277. The journey takes 3h 16m versus 3h 8m 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, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus.
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 01:30AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł156 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł78 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price zł108 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł119 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price zł102 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price zł96 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price zł121 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price zł127 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price zł114 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price zł89 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł87 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price zł64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł94 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price zł121 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price zł114 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł99 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price zł114 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price zł89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price zł147 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price zł102 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price zł127 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price zł108 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price zł96 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price zł127 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł78 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price zł114 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price zł121 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł67 |
The table below shows live departures for Lucerne to Milan buses for tomorrow, Saturday, August 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 1:30 AM Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) | 3h20 | 4:50 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 AM Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) | 3h25 | 10:40 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Prague -> Milan) | 9:25 AM Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) | 3h35 | 1:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 AM Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) | 4h20 | 3:05 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:10 PM Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) | 3h40 | 4:50 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 transfersDirect |
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Buses from Lucerne to Milan run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at zł87 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:38, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 117 miles (189 km) distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 117 miles (189 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price zł87 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 12:38 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
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Tipping is modest. Service may be included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne to Milan 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lucerne to Milan buses use the Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station pair, with some services arriving at Assago, Viale Milanofiori (Assago M2). Use this guide to compare Lucerne and Milan bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz). ATMs are available at Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz).
Ticket office support is available at Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz).
Available at Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz): Accessible for individuals with reduced mobility.
Luzern has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options nearby.
Free Wi-Fi available at the bus station. ATMs are aTMs available within walking distance.
Ticket office support is available at Luzern.
Available at Luzern: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern: Wheelchair accessible.
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km), Pizza Express (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
Available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Elevators, ramps.
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) is 6 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Italiana (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato).
Available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Elevators, ramps.
Milano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple fast food and dining options available.
Free Wi-Fi available for 30 minutes. ATMs are aTMs available in the main hall.
Ticket office support is available at Milano.
Available at Milano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano: Wheelchair accessible facilities available.
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