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Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Crotone
Main archaeological museum for ancient Kroton, displaying finds from Magna Graecia, including materials from Capo Colonna and the wider province.
Cheapest price
$41
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
13 h 30 m
Average duration
15 h 29 m
Buses per day
23
Distance
963 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to Crotone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Crotone will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
Of the 23 buses that leave Milan for Crotone on Wed, Aug 26, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 26 the direct buses cover the 963 km distance in an average of 15 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 30 m .
On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest buses will take 16 h 25 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
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3897 · 1481
FRECCIAROSSA 9563+
Busitalia B021
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Milan to Crotone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 598 miles (963 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$95 Average price Cheapest | $234 Average price | $152 Average price | $325 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 45m Average total duration 17h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 34m Average total duration 11h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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 Milan to Crotone:
A bus is $57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Crotone costing on average $152.
A bus is $139 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Crotone costing on average $234.
Other travel options to Crotone take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 4m.
Bus takes on average 17h 15m.
Tickets start at around $95 compared to roughly $325 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $230. The journey takes 17h 15m versus 11h 55m 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 Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Busitalia.
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 12:35AM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 22h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 22h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 22h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 19h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Busitalia | Departure Time 01:48PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 18h42 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 17h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 28h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 17h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 21h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 21h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Crotone buses for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 18h55 | 12:10 AM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 21h35 | 7:55 AM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 19h30 | 7:55 AM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 19h10 | 7:55 AM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 597+ Busitalia B021 | 1:48 PM Milan Centrale | 18h42 | 8:30 AM Crotone | 1 transfer | |
110 | 3:10 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 17h20 | 8:30 AM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 18h05 | 9:35 AM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 28h35 | 8:10 PM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 2 transfers | |
110 | 3:50 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 16h40 | 8:30 AM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:30 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 17h05 | 9:35 AM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:45 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 16h25 | 10:10 AM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 15h40 | 10:10 AM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9563+ Busitalia B021 | 7:00 PM Milan Centrale | 13h30 | 8:30 AM Crotone | 1 transfer | |
2213 · 2413 | 7:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 18h35 | 1:55 PM Crotone, Piazzale Nettuno | 1 transfer | |
053 | 8:25 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 16h15 | 12:40 PM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 0 transfersDirect | |
2413 | 9:00 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 16h55 | 1:55 PM Crotone, Piazzale Nettuno | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 26h25 | 11:25 PM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 2 transfers | |
053 | 9:05 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 15h35 | 12:40 PM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 18h25 | 3:35 PM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:50 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 17h45 | 3:35 PM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 1 transfer | |
3897 · 1481 | 10:30 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 20h30 | 7:00 PM Crotone, Piazzale Nettuno | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 21h40 | 8:10 PM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 21h00 | 8:10 PM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Milan to Crotone run on average 22 times per day, taking around 17h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 but you can travel from only $11 by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 598 miles (963 km) distance in 14h 10m.
Distance 598 miles (963 km) |
Average bus duration 17h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 14h 10m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Crotone — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Crotone trip today.
Main archaeological museum for ancient Kroton, displaying finds from Magna Graecia, including materials from Capo Colonna and the wider province.
Museum and archaeological park at Capo Colonna with artifacts from the sanctuary of Hera Lacinia and clear context for the coastal ruins.
Contemporary art venue inside the castle complex, hosting temporary exhibitions and cultural events in a striking historic setting.
Central seafront promenade popular for walking, sea views, and sunsets. It is one of the easiest and most enjoyable ways to experience Crotone.
Historic quarter of narrow lanes, churches, and layered architecture. Best area for atmosphere, local character, and discovering hidden corners.
Viewpoint area around the cape with sweeping sea panoramas and archaeological scenery. A memorable stop for photos and coastal walks.
Spicy pork sausage from Calabria, often flavored with fennel and chili. It is a staple of local antipasti and reflects the region’s bold, rustic cuisine.
Salt-cured roe from grey mullet or tuna, sliced or grated over pasta. A prized coastal specialty tied to the Ionian fishing tradition.
Swordfish prepared simply, grilled or baked with olive oil, lemon, and herbs. It is a classic seafood dish along Calabria’s Ionian coast.
Respected fish-focused restaurant with refined plates, local ingredients, and a more elegant dining style.
Established seafood restaurant known for fresh fish dishes and a polished but welcoming atmosphere near the waterfront.
Well-known local venue serving Calabrian classics, pizza, and seafood in a relaxed traditional setting.
More affordable than major Italian tourist cities. Hotels, dining, and local transport are usually lower, making Crotone a good value for beach-focused trips.
Service is often included or modest. Round up at cafes, leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Crotone 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 Crotone, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to Crotone buses use the Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano station pair, with some services arriving at Crotone, Piazzale Nettuno. Use this guide to compare Milan and Crotone bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small cafe inside the terminal.
Wi-Fi is available at Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano. ATMs are available at Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano.
Ticket office support is available at Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano.
Available at Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
Crotone, Piazzale Nettuno has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Crotone, Piazzale Nettuno. ATMs are available at Crotone, Piazzale Nettuno.
Ticket office support is available at Crotone, Piazzale Nettuno.
Available at Crotone, Piazzale Nettuno: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Crotone, Piazzale Nettuno: The station is accessible to individuals with reduced mobility.
Crotone, Piazzale Stazione has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Crotone, Piazzale Stazione. ATMs are available at Crotone, Piazzale Stazione.
Ticket office support is available at Crotone, Piazzale Stazione.
Available at Crotone, Piazzale Stazione: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Crotone, Piazzale Stazione: Basic accessibility available for persons with limited mobility.
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