- Must visit
Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Italy’s top art museums, featuring masterpieces by Mantegna, Bellini, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Piero della Francesca.
Cheapest price
€42
Average price
€62
Fastest journey
12 h 30 m
Average duration
12 h 57 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
844 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Policoro to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Policoro to Milan will cost around €62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
Of the 15 buses that leave Policoro for Milan on Wed, Aug 05, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 844 km distance in an average of 12 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 30 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 13 h 32 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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SI-BO-MIOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Policoro to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €40.
Distance: 524 miles (844 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
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€44 Average price Cheapest | €87 Average price | €75 Average price | €234 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 2m Average total duration 13h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 55m Average total duration 10h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.8 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.5 - 5.1kg 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 Policoro to Milan:
A bus is €32 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Policoro to Milan costing on average €75.
A bus is €44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Policoro to Milan costing on average €87.
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 25m.
Bus takes on average 13h 32m.
Tickets start at around €44 compared to roughly €234 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €191. The journey takes 13h 32m versus 9h 48m 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 Intersaj.
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 Itabus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 09:49PM | Duration 18h34 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €50 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:46AM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 21h09 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price €49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:01AM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 20h54 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:01AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 19h14 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 18h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:46PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 16h44 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:01PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 15h54 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:56PM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 17h09 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price €43 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:56PM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 17h24 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:21PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 15h09 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 06:33PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 13h32 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:56PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 25h59 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:11PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 16h49 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €62 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €65 |
The table below shows live departures for Policoro to Milan buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:46 PM Policoro | 16h09 | 6:55 AM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM Policoro | 17h00 | 8:30 AM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:55 PM Policoro | 12h30 | 4:25 AM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:56 PM Policoro | 19h39 | 12:35 PM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
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202 · 200 | 5:00 AM Policoro, Terminal Bus (Via Bologna) | 13h40 | 6:40 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 1 transfer | |
202 · 200 | 5:00 AM Policoro, Terminal Bus (Via Bologna) | 14h25 | 7:25 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:01 AM Policoro, Terminal Bus (Via Bologna) | 19h14 | 5:15 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:01 AM Policoro, Terminal Bus (Via Bologna) | 17h59 | 4:00 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Policoro to Milan run on average 15 times per day, taking around 13h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 524 miles (844 km) distance in 12h 30m.
Distance 524 miles (844 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 12h 30m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Milan — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Milan trip today.
One of Italy’s top art museums, featuring masterpieces by Mantegna, Bellini, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Piero della Francesca.
This contemporary art museum near Porta Romana presents rotating exhibitions in a striking former industrial distillery complex.
Italy’s leading science museum is set in a former monastery and features Leonardo galleries, trains, aircraft, and a submarine.
Milan’s central square frames the cathedral and major civic buildings, making it the city’s essential meeting point and photo stop.
This artistic district offers charming lanes, Brera atmosphere, boutiques, and easy access to galleries and evening strolls.
A large landscaped park behind the castle, perfect for walks, skyline views, and reaching landmarks like the Arch of Peace.
Saffron risotto cooked with butter, stock and cheese. It is Milan's signature dish, linked to the city's love of rich northern Italian rice cookery.
Breaded veal cutlet fried in butter until golden. A classic Milanese main, prized for its simple preparation and long-standing local tradition.
Slow-braised veal shanks with vegetables, wine and broth, often finished with gremolata. A hearty Lombard specialty commonly paired with risotto.
Three-Michelin-star fine dining by Enrico Bartolini in MUDEC. Expect refined Italian tasting menus in a polished contemporary setting.
Historic Milanese restaurant near the Duomo, famous for risotto and cotoletta. Traditional, elegant rooms and a strong local culinary identity.
Long-running local favorite for classic Milanese cuisine, especially risotto and ossobuco. Warm, old-school atmosphere in the Brera area.
Moderate for Western Europe. Hotels and central dining can be pricey, but transit is affordable and budget meals, aperitivo deals, and local cafes help keep daily costs reasonable.
Tipping is modest. Service may be included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Orio al Serio, Milan Bergamo Airport (Bus station) -> Milano Centrale, Milan
Milan is one of the top tourist destinations in Italy and a must_visit for most tourists in the country. If you’re in Policoro, Milan is about 523 miles (843 km) away, and the fastest bus will have you there in about 11h 28min. There are both direct and connecting buses along this route, and MarinoBus, Intersaj, and Simet are the main bus providers. You can book your Policoro to Milan bus using the Omio app.
At least seven buses make this trip from Policoro to Mila every day. Three bus companies are available on this route, MarinoBus, Intersaj, and Simet, and the earliest bus leaves Policoro at around 5:40 a.m. every day. The last bus to leave the station depends on the number of departures that day, but mostly, it leaves at around 9:10 p.m. You can view the Policoro to Milan bus schedule on the Omio app.
The trip from Policoro to Milan is long, and you’ll have both direct and connecting buses available for the trip. MarinoBus is the main company, and it provides both direct and connecting buses. The two cities are about 523 miles (843 km) apart, and the fastest bus will get you there in about 11h 28min. The trip is long and eventful and takes you through stunning scenery along the way.

Policoro Fields. Source: Shutterstock
Departure bus station: Terminal Bus Via Bologna is the main departure station and is a short walk from downtown. The station is wheelchair accessible, and you’ll find several amenities, including clean restrooms, vending machines, shops, waiting benches, and a café.
Arrival bus station: Milano is the station receiving buses from Policoro. It is about 4 miles (6.2 km) from the city center, and getting there is easy, thanks to the many buses and taxis available. Station amenities include waiting benches, clean restrooms, and a ticket office.
MarinoBus, Intersaj, and Simet are the three companies operating along this route. MarinoBus is the leading bus provider, with around five daily departures from Policoro to Milan. Intersaj is the second_best option since it also offers multiple departures a day and is available many days compared to Simet buses, which are only available about three days a week. Intersaj provides the fastest bus on this trip, but MarinoBus is a more reliable option since they have departures even days a week. Read more about this journey and the bus companies on our magazine, Window Seat.
MarinoBus is the main bus provider along this route and a reliable option for getting to Milan from Policoro. MarinoBus has at least five daily departures, starting from morning till late evening. Their buses take around 12h 30min to get to Policoro, and they are mostly direct buses. They provide the earliest and last buses, with several departures in between, convenient for travelers looking for options.
Intersaj is a leading long_distance bus provider and is sometimes also known as Saj. Intersaj is the second_best option if you’re traveling from Policoro to Milan. Their buses are available five days a week, and they provide around three departures when available. They have the fastest bus on this trip, taking about 11h 28min to get to Milan. However, they only offer evening departures.
Simet is the last option if you wish to travel from Policoro to Milan. Simet buses are available around three days a week, with about two departures when available. Most of their buses are evening buses, and they take just under 13h to get to Milan.
Taking the bus from Policoro to Milan is a sustainable choice that every traveler should consider. Buses are better than airplanes and rental cars since they produce fewer emissions. First, buses ferry more passengers than single_occupancy vehicles, meaning fewer emissions per passenger. They also cause less congestion on the road, preventing emissions from stationary vehicles. Buses also hit the road less frequently and on a strict schedule, meaning they cause less noise pollution. Moreover, some of the carbon they emit is used up by vegetation on the ground, unlike carbon from airplanes which goes directly into the atmosphere. And booking a bus with Omio promotes a greener earth since there is no need to print your ticket on paper as you can store it in your account.
You’ll only have a standard seat with MarinoBus, and you’ll only be allowed one bag on the trip. Passengers can travel with their bikes and wheelchair, and the company drivers will assist people with disabilities. Pets are allowed on board, and bus amenities include comfy seating, free Wi_Fi, clean restrooms, air conditioning, power outlets, and entertainment.
On Intersaj buses, you’ll be allowed two bags, one carry_on and one to be kept in the hold. Bikes in bike boxes and wheelchairs can travel on the bus. Intersaj offers special services for passengers with limited mobility, but pets aren’t allowed on board. Bus amenities include comfortable seating with an AC outlet, air conditioning, free Wi_Fi, clean restrooms, and free bus entertainment.
You’ll be allowed two bags on Simet buses. Bikes and wheelchairs are welcome on board, and Simet offers complimentary special services for disabled passengers. Pets aren’t allowed on Simet buses, but service animals are welcome. You’ll find comfortable seats, free Wi_Fi, entertainment, clean restrooms, air conditioning, and AC outlets as part of the amenities offered onboard.
There are four tricks you can use to enjoy cheap Policoro to Milan bus tickets. The first is booking your ticket in advance. Book your ticket ahead of time to avoid the high prices during the last_minute rush. Secondly, choose the slower journeys. The slower journeys are usually priced lower than direct or rapid trips, and you get to enjoy the scenery along the route. The third method is being flexible with your day of travel. Don’t limit yourself to one date, while you can get cheaper fares on other dates. Finally, book your Policoro to Milan bus ticket using the Omio app to enjoy great deals and discounts.

Milano Arch Peace. Source: Shutterstock
Milan is the fashion capital of Italy and one of the best places to visit. It not only boasts of fashion and business as it is now filled with art, history, and amazing food. If you’re looking for a reason to visit Milan, here are some. First, there’s art everywhere in Milan. Even though some Italian cities like Florence and Rome are best known for art, Milan has its fair share of galleries and monuments. From the Duomo Cathedral to the Pinacoteca di Brera gallery, there’s plenty of art to enjoy in this city. The food is also unbelievable in Milan. Italy is known as the land of great food, and when you visit Milan, you’ll find a wide range of restaurants offering whatever cuisine you’d like. Party people out there, Milan’s nightlife will give you life. Milan is a city that never sleeps, and people do know how to party. It doesn’t matter what your idea of nightlife is; there’s a place in Milan ready to meet your Saturday night needs. Some other activities in Milan include:
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Policoro to Milan 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 Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Policoro to Milan buses use the Policoro, Terminal Bus (Via Bologna) to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station pair, with some services arriving at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato). Use this guide to compare Policoro and Milan 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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