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Cinque Terre National Park Visitor Center
Small local interpretation space dedicated to Cinque Terre's landscape, trails, and terraced heritage near Vernazza.
Cheapest price on Sep 17
$21
Average ticket price on Sep 17
$31
Fastest journey on Sep 17
3 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
4 h 29 m
Buses on Sep 17
6
Distance
153 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to Vernazza is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Vernazza will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 6 buses from Milan to Vernazza, including 4 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 153 km distance in an average of 4 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 5 h 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Vernazza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, while a flight costs an average of $417.
Distance: 95 miles (153 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$36 Average price Cheapest | $38 Average price | $417 Average price | $88 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Vernazza:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Vernazza costing on average $38 (€31).
A bus is $380 (€310) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Vernazza costing on average $417 (€339).
Other travel options to Vernazza take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 50m.
Bus takes on average 4h 1m.
Tickets start at around $36 (€30) compared to roughly $88 (€72) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $52 (€42). The journey takes 4h 1m versus 3h 26m 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, Itabus.
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 |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Vernazza buses for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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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 | |
FlixBus | 11:05 PM Sesto San Giovanni, Piazza Primo Maggio (Stazione ferroviaria) | 5h15 | 4:20 AM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 12:50 AM Assago, Viale Milanofiori (Assago M2) | 3h30 | 4:20 AM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 5h50 | 4:10 PM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h10 | 4:10 PM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM Assago, Viale Milanofiori (Assago M2) | 3h40 | 4:10 PM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Milan to Vernazza run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:42. The fastest bus covers the 95 miles (153 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 95 miles (153 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:42 PM |
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Discover the best of Vernazza — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vernazza trip today.
Small local interpretation space dedicated to Cinque Terre's landscape, trails, and terraced heritage near Vernazza.
Community exhibition area that occasionally presents local art, photography, and heritage displays tied to the village.
Interpretive exhibit space within the sanctuary area, useful for understanding local pilgrimage traditions and rural culture.
Iconic little harbor and piazza at the heart of Vernazza, perfect for photos, boats, and the village atmosphere.
Main waterfront area with colorful houses, small boats, and one of the most recognizable scenes in Cinque Terre.
Popular viewpoint on the Monterosso trail, famous for postcard panoramas of Vernazza and the Ligurian Sea.
Liguria’s signature sauce of basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmigiano and olive oil, traditionally served with trofie or trenette. A regional classic tied to nearby Genoa.
Small twisted pasta from Liguria, most famously paired with pesto. It is one of the most traditional pasta shapes eaten along the Cinque Terre coast.
Chickpea flour flatbread baked until crisp outside and soft inside. A beloved Ligurian street food, simple and traditional in seaside towns.
Casual local spot popular for fresh seafood cones, fried fish and quick lunches. A practical choice for traditional flavors near the harbor.
Well-known harborside restaurant known for fresh seafood, pasta and local wine, with a polished yet relaxed atmosphere and sea views.
Established seafood restaurant on the waterfront, appreciated for anchovy dishes, pasta and a scenic terrace above Vernazza harbor.
Moderate for Italy, but pricier than many small towns. Lodging and dining rise in peak season; trains are reasonable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Taxis are usually rounded up; cafes do not expect tips.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Vernazza 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 Vernazza, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to Vernazza buses use the Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to La Spezia, Via Giosuè Carducci station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Vernazza bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km), Pizza Express (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
Available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Elevators, ramps.
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) is 6 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Cafeteria Italiana (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato).
Available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Elevators, ramps.
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