The cheapest and fastest buses from Milan to Lugano
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
46 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Lugano will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 17 buses that leave Milan for Lugano on Sun, Nov 30, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 30 the direct buses cover the 63 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
On Sun, Nov 30 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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.









4739Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Milan to Lugano
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. 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 bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 39 miles (63 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€11 Average price Cheapest | €30 Average price |
1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Milan to Lugano Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Regiojet | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Live departures
Milan to Lugano bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Lugano buses for today, Saturday, November 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2494 | 6:10 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1h45 | 7:55 AM Lugano, Via Ciani | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:40 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1h40 | 8:20 AM Lugano, Via Ciani | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1h15 | 9:00 AM Lugano, Via Ciani | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:10 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1h35 | 2:45 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 0 transfersDirect | |
4743 | 2:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1h10 | 3:30 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1h50 | 6:10 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 0 transfersDirect | |
4739 | 6:55 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1h10 | 8:05 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1h45 | 9:55 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1h20 | 11:30 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 0 transfersDirect | |
2490 | 10:55 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h40 | 1:35 AM Lugano, Via Ciani | 0 transfersDirect | |
2490 | 11:50 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1h45 | 1:35 AM Lugano, Via Ciani | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milan to Lugano
Buses from Milan to Lugano run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 39 miles (63 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 39 miles (63 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, Marino Autolinee from Milan to LuganoYou can travel by bus between Milan to Lugano with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, Marino Autolinee for as low as $9 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Milan to Lugano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Lugano 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 Lugano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Milan, you have various bus station options to start your route from including Orio al Serio, Milan Bergamo Airport (Bus station) and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. When arriving in Lugano, you can end your journey in bus stations like Lugano, Via Ciani and Lugano, Via Giacomo E Filippo Ciani.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Orio al Serio, Milan Bergamo Airport (Bus station), which is located around 28.2 miles (45.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Lugano, Via Ciani, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Monte Brè, a scenic mountain offering panoramic views of Lugano and the surrounding Alps
- Parco Ciani, a picturesque lakeside park with walking paths, gardens, and historical monuments
- Lugano Arte e Cultura (LAC), a modern cultural center hosting art exhibitions, theater performances, and concerts
- Swissminiatur, an open-air museum featuring detailed miniature models of famous Swiss landmarks
- Gandria, a charming lakeside village with narrow streets and traditional Swiss architecture.
- Lake Lugano, enjoy scenic boat tours and lakeside promenades with stunning views
- Hike or take a funicular to the summit of Monte San Salvatore for breathtaking views of the region
- Explore the vibrant local markets in Lugano for a taste of Swiss culture and cuisine
- Visit the Hermann Hesse Museum in nearby Montagnola to learn about the life and works of the famous author
- Take a leisurely stroll through the historic streets of Lugano's Old Town, discovering its charming shops and cafes.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Milan to Lugano, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Milan to Lugano
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station)
- Trattoria Milano (0.5 km)
- Pizza Express (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: M1 Bus: 68, 78, 80
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Italiana (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 121, 132 Metro: M3
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