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Cheap bus tickets from Milan to Lugano

Showing times and prices for Oct 13

Cheapest

Average

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.

02:30PM0h40

Milan

03:10PMLugano

$31One-way

0 transfers

07:00PM0h40

Milan

07:40PMLugano

$31One-way

0 transfers

08:00PM0h30

Milan

08:30PMLugano

$31One-way

0 transfers

09:50AM1h10

Milan

11:00AMLugano

$51One-way

0 transfers

04:50PM0h40

Milan

05:30PMLugano

$51One-way

0 transfers

Milan to Lugano bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Sunday, October 13

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
FlixBus	04:50AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano	1h15	06:05AM Lugano, Via Ciani	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	06:20AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano	1h30	07:50AM Lugano, Via Ciani	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	08:30AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano	1h15	09:45AM Lugano, Via Ciani	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	09:30AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano	1h20	10:50AM Lugano, Via Ciani	0 transfersDirect
BlaBlaCar Bus	03:20PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano	1h15	04:35PM Lugano, Via Ciani	0 transfersDirect
STUDENT AGENCY k.s.	03:40PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano	1h20	05:00PM Lugano, Via Ciani	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	05:25PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano	1h40	07:05PM Lugano, Via Ciani	0 transfersDirect
BlaBlaCar Bus	07:55PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano	1h10	09:05PM Lugano, Via Ciani	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	09:20PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano	1h45	11:05PM Lugano, Via Ciani	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	11:10PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano	1h20	12:30AM Lugano, Via Ciani	0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book bus tickets from Milan to Lugano?

The best time to book your bus from Milan to Lugano is 56 days before departure. See how prices for buses change on the Milan to Lugano route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Milan to Lugano per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your bus from Milan to Lugano.

Buses

from $12

Trains

from $23

Bus times from Milan to Lugano

Showing times and prices for Oct 13

Fastest Journey

1 h 10 m

Average

1 h 23 m

Buses per day

Distance

63 km

Of the 10 buses that leave Milan for Lugano every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

07:55PM1h10

Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano

09:05PMLugano, Via Ciani

$91One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

03:20PM1h15

Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano

04:35PMLugano, Via Ciani

$291One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

04:50AM1h15

Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano

06:05AMLugano, Via Ciani

$111One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

08:30AM1h15

Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano

09:45AMLugano, Via Ciani

$311One-way

0 transfers

11:10PM1h20

Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano

12:30AMLugano, Via Ciani

$161One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Bus from Milan to Lugano

Distance	38 miles (62 km)
Average bus duration	1 h 10 min
Average bus ticket price	$15 (€13)
Direct bus	Yes
Bus companies	FlixBus, STUDENT AGENCY k. S. Or BlaBlaCar Bus

Buses from Milan to Lugano cover the 38 miles (62 km) long trip taking on average 1 h 10 min with our travel partners like FlixBus, STUDENT AGENCY k. S. Or BlaBlaCar Bus. There are direct bus services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $15 (€13), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $8 (€6). Travelers depart most frequently from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano and arrive in Lugano, Via Ciani.

Bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar and STUDENT AGENCY k. S. From Milan to Lugano

Find the best buses between Milan and Lugano with Omio's travel partners FlixBus, BlaBlaCar and STUDENT AGENCY k. S. From $9 (€8). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

FlixBus from Milan to Lugano bus information:

Average Duration: 1 h 10 min
Cheapest Price: $9

BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a popular French bus company from France operating long-distance services in 10 countries in Europe and connecting over 300 destinations. It is a subsidiary of the French carpooling service, BlaBlaCar. Standard amenities on BlaBlaCar Bus include toilets, air conditioning, USB and power outlets for charging phones, tablets and laptops during long bus journeys, extra legroom and adjustable seats. There is also free Wi-Fi available on select routes. The only ticket type from BlaBlaCar Bus is the Standard ticket, which allows each traveler to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags.

FAQs: Bus from Milan to Lugano

FAQs: Take the bus from Milan to Lugano with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Milan to Lugano.

Cheap bus tickets from Milan to Lugano can start from as little as $8 (€6) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Milan to Lugano is $15 (€13); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Milan to Lugano bus travel time is 1 h 10 min for the 38 mile (62 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Milan to Lugano leaves at 1: 20 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Milan to Lugano leaves at 9: 10 PM.

For the journey from Milan to Lugano you can take a bus with FlixBus, STUDENT AGENCY k. S. Or BlaBlaCar Bus. Be sure to check out all possible bus providers that offer services between Milan and Lugano on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano, which is located around 4.3 miles (7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Lugano, Via Ciani, located 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Lugano from Milan is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 10 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Milan to Lugano by bus is September.

You have options as you can travel between Milan and Lugano 2 different ways: bus or train.