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Technical Naval Museum of La Spezia
Historic naval museum near the Arsenal with ship models, figureheads, weapons, and maritime artifacts linked to the Italian Navy and the city’s seafaring identity.
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 33 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to La Spezia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to La Spezia will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 2 buses that leave Milan for La Spezia on Tue, May 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 26 the direct buses cover the 159 km distance in an average of 5 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Tue, May 26 the slowest buses will take 7 h 15 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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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to La Spezia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a bus costs an average of $19.
Distance: 98 miles (159 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $85 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Milan to La Spezia:
A train is $0.92 (€0.74) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan to La Spezia costing on average $28 (€23).
Other travel options to La Spezia take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 44m.
Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $85 (€68) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $57 (€46). The journey takes 3h 44m versus 2h 40m 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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
The table below shows live departures for Milan to La Spezia buses for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 5h40 | 10:55 PM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 5h40 | 1:40 AM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 7h20 | 4:20 AM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 7h05 | 4:20 AM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, May 26 | |||||
FlixBus | 8:15 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h50 | 12:05 PM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 7h15 | 5:35 PM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Milan to La Spezia run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:54. The fastest bus covers the 98 miles (159 km) distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 98 miles (159 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:54 PM |
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Discover the best of La Spezia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect La Spezia trip today.
Historic naval museum near the Arsenal with ship models, figureheads, weapons, and maritime artifacts linked to the Italian Navy and the city’s seafaring identity.
One of La Spezia’s finest art museums, known for a refined collection of paintings, miniatures, illuminated manuscripts, and decorative arts donated by Amedeo Lia.
Contemporary art museum featuring modern and postwar works, temporary exhibitions, and a more local, less crowded alternative to the city’s historic collections.
The city’s waterfront promenade lined with palms, benches, and views of the harbor, ideal for strolling and one of the most popular everyday areas in La Spezia.
Main pedestrian street in the historic center, packed with shops and daily life, and one of the best places to feel the city’s local rhythm.
Large central square redesigned with contemporary elements, connecting major city streets and serving as a busy urban landmark and meeting point.
Mussels stuffed with breadcrumbs, herbs, garlic, and cheese, then cooked in tomato sauce. A classic Gulf of La Spezia specialty tied to local mussel farming.
A traditional La Spezia soup of chickpeas, beans, and grains, created from dockworkers’ frugal cooking. It is one of the city’s most distinctive local dishes.
A thin savory pancake made from chickpea flour, water, and olive oil, baked in a wood-fired oven. Popular across Liguria and widely eaten in La Spezia.
Established restaurant in La Spezia known for creative seafood-focused tasting menus and polished service in a contemporary setting.
Well-known central restaurant with refined Ligurian cuisine, seafood dishes, and an elegant but relaxed atmosphere.
Traditional trattoria appreciated for local Ligurian dishes, seafood, and a classic welcoming atmosphere popular with regulars.
Moderate by Italian standards. Dining is reasonable, but waterfront areas and peak Cinque Terre season cost more.
Service is often included or covered by a small coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good table service is appreciated. Round up taxis.
Official public transport app
La Spezia, Via Giosuè Carducci, La Spezia -> La Spezia Centrale
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