- Must visit
Palazzo Borromeo Museum
Museum spaces inside Palazzo Borromeo display period interiors, paintings, tapestries, and collections in one of Lake Maggiore’s grandest residences.
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Milan to Stresa
Showing times and prices for Aug 06
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
34 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
69 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to Stresa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Stresa will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Fast buses
Of the 5 buses that leave Milan for Stresa on Thu, Aug 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct buses cover the 69 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 50 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.
7:50 AM0h10Milan8:00 AMStresa$31One-way0 transfers- 10:00 AM0h30Milan10:30 AMStresa$31One-way0 transfers
- 11:00 PM0h40Milan11:40 PMStresa$51One-way0 transfers
- 3:30 PM0h40Milan4:10 PMStresa$71One-way0 transfers
- 7:40 AM0h50Milan8:30 AMStresa$71One-way0 transfers
- 7:50 AM0h10Milan8:00 AMStresa$31One-way0 transfers
- 10:00 AM0h30Milan10:30 AMStresa$31One-way0 transfers
- 3:30 PM0h40Milan4:10 PMStresa$71One-way0 transfers
- 11:00 PM0h40Milan11:40 PMStresa$51One-way0 transfers
- 7:40 AM0h50Milan8:30 AMStresa$71One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milan to Stresa
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Buses from Milan to Stresa run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 but you can travel from only $11 by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:15, the last at 21:46. The fastest bus covers the 42 miles (69 km) distance in 2h 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.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $11
Distance 42 miles (69 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 4:15 AM |
Last bus 9:46 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 6 days |
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 $11
Milan to Stresa Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $7 |
Live departures
Milan to Stresa bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Stresa buses for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:50 PM Milan | 1h20 | 10:10 PM Stresa | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:20 PM Milan | 0h50 | 12:10 AM Stresa | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
| 7:40 AM Milan | 0h50 | 8:30 AM Stresa | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:50 AM Milan | 0h10 | 8:00 AM Stresa | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:00 AM Milan | 0h30 | 10:30 AM Stresa | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:30 PM Milan | 0h40 | 4:10 PM Stresa | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Bus providers: BlaBlaCar from Milan to StresaYou can travel by bus between Milan to Stresa with BlaBlaCar for as low as $11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
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BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
Complete guide to Stresa
Things to do in Stresa
Discover the best of Stresa — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stresa trip today.
- Recommended
Museo Rosminiano
Historic house museum preserving philosopher Antonio Rosmini’s rooms, library, and manuscripts, important for Italian religious and intellectual history.
- Recommended
Palazzo Borromeo, Isola Madre
Gallery route within Isola Madre’s palace showing seventeenth-century furnishings, portraits, and domestic collections in an intimate island setting.
- Must visit
Lungolago di Stresa
Stresa’s scenic waterfront promenade offers lake views, island panoramas, hotels, gardens, and easy walking between the ferry area and parks.
- Must visit
Parco Pallavicino
Lakeside park and zoological garden estate with mature trees, viewpoints, and broad lawns, popular for families and relaxed walks.
- Must visit
Giardini dell'Isola Bella
Garden terraces on Isola Bella showcase Baroque design, statues, and dramatic lake views; among the area’s most photographed outdoor spaces.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Castagnaccio
A rich baked dish of local chestnuts, milk, cocoa, sugar and rosemary. It is a historic Lake Maggiore dessert tied to mountain chestnut culture.
Agnolotti Del Plin
Delicate fresh pasta stuffed with braised meat, vegetables and cheese, common across Piedmont and often served with roast juices or butter and sage.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Risotto Alla Piemontese
Traditional Novara and Lake Maggiore risotto cooked with Arborio rice, often enriched with local butter, wine and seasonal ingredients from Piedmont.
I Mori
Elegant Michelin-starred dining inside Villa E Palazzo Aminta, known for refined Italian tasting menus and a formal lakeside setting.
Ristorante Elvezia
Historic fine dining restaurant on Isola Bella, celebrated for classic Piedmont and lake fish dishes in a romantic, long-established setting.
Ristorante Lo Stornello
Well-known traditional restaurant in Stresa serving Piedmont specialties, pasta and lake fish in a polished but approachable atmosphere.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Lake Maggiore: hotels often cost more in peak season, while dining is mid-range and ferries and trains are reasonably priced.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for pizza, panini, or fast food.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3.50 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. Round up for taxis; small change is enough in cafés.
FAQs: Bus from Milan to Stresa
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Stresa 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 Stresa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Milan to Stresa can start from as little as $11 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Milan to Stresa is $16 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Milan to Stresa is 2h 20m to travel the 42 miles (69 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Milan to Stresa leaves at 4:15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Milan to Stresa leaves at 9:46 PM.
Yes, there are 4 direct buses a day from Milan to Stresa with BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Milan to Stresa, you can count on BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Stresa. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Milan and Stresa and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Milan and Stresa including taking a train and bus.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Milan to Stresa.
No, the bus from Milan to Stresa has no accessibility options.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Milan to Stresa.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Milan to Stresa.
No, luggage for the bus from Milan to Stresa needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Milan to Stresa.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Milan to Stresa.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Milan to Stresa.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Milan to Stresa.
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 Stresa, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like ferry terminals and popular tourist spots. Be wary of unofficial taxi services that may overcharge. Always use authorized transportation and keep valuables secure to avoid common scams.
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.
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