The cheapest and fastest buses from Milan to Zug
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
197 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to Zug is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Zug will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 7 buses that leave Milan for Zug on Fri, May 22, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 22 the direct buses cover the 197 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Fri, May 22 the slowest buses will take 4 h 20 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.
Normal12:20 AM3h40Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano4:00 AMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)$221One-way0 transfers
47397:55 PM3h55Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano11:50 PMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)$371One-way0 transfers
47433:20 PM4h20Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano7:40 PMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)$431One-way0 transfers
473412:20 AM3h40Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano4:00 AMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)$431One-way0 transfers
24947:10 AM5h05Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano12:15 PMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)$431One-way0 transfers
Normal12:20 AM3h40Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano4:00 AMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)$221One-way0 transfers
473412:20 AM3h40Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano4:00 AMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)$431One-way0 transfers
47397:55 PM3h55Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano11:50 PMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)$371One-way0 transfers
2536:35 AM4h15Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)10:50 AMNeuenkirch, A2 (Raststätte Neuenkirch-Ost)$451One-way0 transfers
47433:20 PM4h20Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano7:40 PMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)$431One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Milan to Zug
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Zug among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $66.
Distance: 122 miles (197 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$24 Average price Cheapest | $90 Average price | $200 Average price | $126 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | 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 Zug:
A bus is $66 (€53) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Zug costing on average $90 (€72).
A bus is $176 (€142) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Zug costing on average $200 (€162).
Other travel options to Zug take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 59m.
Bus takes on average 4h 4m.
Tickets start at around $24 (€19) compared to roughly $126 (€102) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $102 (€83). The journey takes 4h 4m 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 BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, 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.
Milan to Zug Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $23 |
Live departures
Milan to Zug bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Zug buses for today, Thursday, May 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:55 PM Milan | 3h55 | 9:50 PM Zug | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:20 PM Milan | 3h40 | 2:00 AM Zug | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 22 | |||||
Normal | 12:20 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h40 | 4:00 AM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4734 | 12:20 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h40 | 4:00 AM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
253 | 6:35 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 5h20 | 11:55 AM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
253 | 6:35 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 4h15 | 10:50 AM Neuenkirch, A2 (Raststätte Neuenkirch-Ost) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2494 | 7:10 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 5h05 | 12:15 PM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milan to Zug
Buses from Milan to Zug run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 122 miles (197 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 122 miles (197 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus from Milan to ZugYou can travel by bus between Milan to Zug with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus for as low as $12 (€10). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Milan to Zug
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Zug 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 Zug, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Milan to Zug
- 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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