- Must visit
Museo della Ceramica
Town museum inside the episcopal castle, presenting Grottaglie's ceramics, archaeology, and local history in a landmark setting.
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Milan to Grottaglie
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 07
- Cheapest price on Nov 07
- €51
- Average ticket price on Nov 07
- €63
- Fastest journey on Nov 07
- 13 h 10 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 07
- 13 h 18 m
- Buses on Nov 07
- 2
- Distance
- 865 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to Grottaglie is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Grottaglie will cost around €63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.
Fast buses
On Sat, Nov 07, we found 2 buses from Milan to Grottaglie, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 865 km distance in an average of 13 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 10 m .
On Sat, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 13 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.
8:10 AM 13h10 Milan 9:20 PM Grottaglie €51 1 One-way 0 transfers5:50 PM 13h25 Milan 7:15 AM Grottaglie €74 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:10 AM 13h10 Milan 9:20 PM Grottaglie €51 1 One-way 0 transfers5:50 PM 13h25 Milan 7:15 AM Grottaglie €74 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milan to Grottaglie
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Buses from Milan to Grottaglie run on average 7 times per day, taking around 13h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €40 but you can travel from only €2 by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 537 miles (865 km) distance in 12h 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.
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Journey facts
- Distance537 miles (865 km)
- Average bus duration13h 45m
- Cheapest ticket price€40
- Buses per day7
- Direct buses6
- Fastest bus12h 20m
- First bus12:10 AM
- Last bus11:45 PM
- Cheapest MonthJul
- Cheapest DaySat
- High SeasonJul - Sep
- Low SeasonApr - Jun
- Busiest DayTue
- Least Busy DayWed
- Best time to book1 day
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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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €2
Frequently asked questions about your Milan to Grottaglie trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Milan to Grottaglie.
Cheap bus tickets from Milan to Grottaglie can start from as little as €40 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Milan to Grottaglie is €76 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest bus from Milan to Grottaglie leaves at 12:10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Milan to Grottaglie leaves at 11:45 PM.
Yes, there are 6 direct buses a day from Milan to Grottaglie with Marino Autolinee. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
Milan to Grottaglie Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €54 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €54 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €79 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €74 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €75 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €82 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €75 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €85 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €85 |
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Milan to Grottaglie bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Grottaglie buses for today, Friday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 201 | 8:25 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 13h55 | 10:20 PM Grottaglie, Largo Unicef | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 201 | 9:10 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 13h10 | 10:20 PM Grottaglie, Largo Unicef | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 102 | 6:50 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 13h25 | 8:15 AM Grottaglie, Largo Unicef | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 102 | 7:35 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 12h40 | 8:15 AM Grottaglie, Largo Unicef | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 037 | 8:25 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 13h00 | 9:25 AM Grottaglie, Largo Unicef | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 037 | 9:05 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 12h20 | 9:25 AM Grottaglie, Largo Unicef | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Bus companies
Bus companies from Milan to Grottaglie
Buses from Milan to Grottaglie with Marino Autolinee and FlixBus. Overnight buses available on this route with FlixBus. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
Marino Autolinee
About
MarinoBus is an Italian bus company with more than 200 destinations and 6,000 connections across Italy and Europe. Originally focused on Basilicata and Apulia, its network has expanded to cover the rest of Italy as well as Switzerland, France, Germany, and Luxembourg. All MarinoBus coaches are equipped with spacious reclining seats, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, WiFi, minibars, and color TVs. For your next trip, you can book the standard ticket, which includes one piece of hand luggage and up to two checked bags per passenger
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Marino Autolinee Duration
12h 20m
Cheapest Marino Autolinee Price
€46
Marino Autolinee frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
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 FlixBus Duration
15h 5m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
€40
FlixBus frequency
3 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.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Milan and Grottaglie
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
When taking a bus from Milan to Grottaglie, you can count on Marino Autolinee, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Grottaglie. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Milan and Grottaglie and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Milan to Grottaglie for bus company Marino Autolinee, FlixBus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Milan to Grottaglie:
- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Milan to Grottaglie depends on the bus companies:
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- 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 {providersWithBike}.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Milan to Grottaglie.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Milan to Grottaglie:
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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 Milan to Grottaglie:
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Milan to Grottaglie. The following conditions apply:
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Milan to Grottaglie with the following bus company: Marino Autolinee, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Milan to Grottaglie with the following bus company: Marino Autolinee, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Milan to Grottaglie with the following bus company: Marino Autolinee, FlixBus.
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Things to do in Grottaglie
Discover the best of Grottaglie — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Grottaglie trip today.
- Recommended
Museo della Maiolica
Museum focused on majolica traditions and ceramic techniques, ideal for understanding why Grottaglie is famous for pottery.
- Recommended
Sala Espositiva Castello Episcopio
Exhibition venue within the old town where temporary ceramic and cultural displays are often staged.
- Must visit
Quartiere delle Ceramiche
Famous ceramics quarter lined with workshops carved into the rock, the best place to watch and buy Grottaglie pottery.
- Must visit
Centro Storico di Grottaglie
Historic old town of whitewashed lanes, churches, and courtyards, ideal for slow walks and local atmosphere.
- Recommended
Piazza Principe di Piemonte
Central square near key civic buildings, useful as an orientation point and a lively place to observe town life.
- Vegetarian
Orecchiette Alle Cime Di Rapa
Orecchiette with cime di rapa is Puglia’s iconic pasta, pairing ear-shaped pasta with bitter turnip tops, garlic and olive oil for a simple, deeply local flavor.
- Gluten-free
Bombette Pugliesi
Bombette are small rolls of pork stuffed with cheese, then grilled. They are a beloved Apulian street and butcher-shop specialty eaten across the Taranto area.
- Gluten-free
Capocollo Di Martina Franca
Capocollo di Martina Franca is cured pork neck, lightly smoked and seasoned. It is one of the area’s most prized salumi and common on local antipasto platters.
Casa Mia
Refined restaurant in Grottaglie known for creative Apulian cuisine, polished service and an elegant setting suited to a special meal.
Alfredo Ristorante
Well-regarded local restaurant serving traditional Puglian dishes, seafood and regional specialties in a welcoming, classic atmosphere.
La Luna Nel Pozzo
Casual venue popular for pizza and straightforward southern Italian cooking, good for an easy meal with local flavors.
Euro (€)
More affordable than Italy's major tourist cities. Dining and stays are moderate, and local transport costs are generally low.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.20-2.50 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafes, small change is enough.
Plan your visit to Grottaglie
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Grottaglie.
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.
In Grottaglie, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and during local events. It’s advisable to avoid unlicensed taxi services and be wary of overly persistent street vendors. Staying aware of surroundings and securing personal belongings helps ensure a safe visit.
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.
FAQs: Bus from Milan to Grottaglie
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Grottaglie 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 Grottaglie, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Milan to Grottaglie
Most Milan to Grottaglie buses use the Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Grottaglie, Largo Unicef station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Grottaglie bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Milan
Arrival bus stations in Grottaglie
Which Milan station do buses to Grottaglie leave from?
Buses from Milan to Grottaglie leave from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. The station is 3 miles (6 km) from Milan city centre at Via Giulio Natta, 226, 20151 Milano MI, Italy.
Milano, Autostazione LampugnanoVia Giulio Natta, 226, 20151 Milano MI, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano from Milan city centre
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
BusNm1 · 19m · €2 · every ~2 min
Subway1 · 13m · €2 · every ~18 min
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano bus station facilities and services
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km), Pizza Express (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Elevators, ramps.
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)Viale Giuseppe Impastato, Milano, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) from Milan city centre
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) is 6 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus121, 132 · 18m · €2 · every ~14 min
132 · 20m · €2 · every ~5 min
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) bus station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Italiana (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Elevators, ramps.
Milano, Aeroporto di Milano Linate
City-centre transport
Getting to Milano, Aeroporto di Milano Linate from Milan city centre
Bus973 · 15m · €2 · every ~5 min
Autostradale 144 · 25m · €1 · every ~3 min
flibco · 25m · €2 · every ~2 min
Subway4 · 12m · €2 · every ~30 min
Grottaglie, Largo UnicefGrottaglie Largo Unicef, Viale dello Sport, 16, 74023
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