- 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
$130
Average price
$148
Fastest journey
14 h 25 m
Average duration
19 h 7 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
977 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Reggio Calabria to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reggio Calabria to Milan will cost around $148 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $130.
It's difficult to get from Reggio Calabria to Milan without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FRECCIAROSSA 9806+
BUS LP986
FRECCIAROSSA 9806+
BUS LP986
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Reggio Calabria to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 607 miles (977 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$111 Average price Cheapest | $152 Average price | $127 Average price |
17h 1m Average total duration 16h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 49m Average total duration 12h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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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 Reggio Calabria to Milan:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Reggio Calabria to Milan costing on average $127 (€104).
A bus is $41 (€34) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Reggio Calabria to Milan costing on average $152 (€125).
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 19m.
Bus takes on average 16h 31m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $181 |
The table below shows live departures for Reggio Calabria to Milan buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 PM Reggio Calabria, Via Caprera / Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi | 21h45 | 6:30 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 PM Reggio Calabria, Via Caprera / Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi | 21h10 | 5:55 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
BUS LP986+ FRECCIAROSSA 9806 | 11:00 PM Reggio Di Calabria Centrale | 14h25 | 1:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Reggio Calabria to Milan run on average 4 times per day, taking around 16h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $58 (€47) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:06, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 607 miles (977 km) distance in 14h 25m.
Distance 607 miles (977 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€47) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 14h 25m |
First bus 12:06 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Best time to book 63 days |
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One of Italy’s top art museums, featuring masterpieces by Mantegna, Bellini, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Piero della Francesca.
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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.
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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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