- Must visit
Volandia - Parco e Museo del Volo
Large aviation museum beside Malpensa with historic aircraft, space exhibits, and family-friendly displays. The standout museum attraction in the airport area.
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h 11 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
514 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome Termini to Milan Malpensa Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome Termini to Milan Malpensa Airport will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 15 buses that leave Rome Termini for Milan Malpensa Airport on Mon, May 18, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct buses cover the 514 km distance in an average of 9 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest buses will take 9 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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2126Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome Termini to Milan Malpensa Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $63.
Distance: 319 miles (514 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$43 Average price Cheapest | $87 Average price | $267 Average price | $189 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 39m Average total duration 9h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 41m Average total duration 7h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Rome Termini to Milan Malpensa Airport:
A bus is $44 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome Termini to Milan Malpensa Airport costing on average $87 (€70).
A bus is $224 (€181) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome Termini to Milan Malpensa Airport costing on average $267 (€216).
Other travel options to Milan Malpensa Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 11m.
Bus takes on average 9h 9m.
Tickets start at around $43 (€35) compared to roughly $189 (€153) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $147 (€118). The journey takes 9h 9m versus 6h 20m 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, BlaBlaCar, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
The table below shows live departures for Rome Termini to Milan Malpensa Airport buses for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 6:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h55 | 3:10 AM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h45 | 3:00 AM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T2 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 12h10 | 7:45 AM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T1 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 12h20 | 7:55 AM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T2 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 11h50 | 10:45 AM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T2 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 12h00 | 10:55 AM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T1 | 1 transfer | |
054 · 082 | 11:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h50 | 7:50 AM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T1 | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 10h55 | 12:15 PM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T1 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 10h45 | 12:05 PM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T2 | 1 transfer | |
2126 | 8:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h35 | 5:35 PM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa (Arrivi - Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2126 | 8:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h50 | 5:50 PM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 11h10 | 8:20 PM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 11h00 | 8:10 PM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T2 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 12h05 | 11:55 PM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T1 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 11h55 | 11:45 PM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T2 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 11h00 | 11:45 PM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T2 | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 11h10 | 11:55 PM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T1 | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Rome Termini to Milan Malpensa Airport run on average 16 times per day, taking around 9h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 319 miles (514 km) distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 319 miles (514 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 8h 45m |
First bus 6:00 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
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Discover the best of Milan Malpensa Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Milan Malpensa Airport trip today.
Large aviation museum beside Malpensa with historic aircraft, space exhibits, and family-friendly displays. The standout museum attraction in the airport area.
Compact museum dedicated to Agusta helicopters and motorcycles, showcasing the area's aerospace and engineering heritage. A niche local favorite near Malpensa.
Contemporary art museum in nearby Gallarate with strong temporary exhibitions and modern Italian art. One of the best non-central cultural stops near the airport.
Major protected natural area surrounding the airport zone, ideal for walking, cycling, river views, and escaping the transport hub atmosphere.
Scenic canal source area with paths, waterworks views, and an increasingly popular photo-friendly setting. Great for a short outdoor excursion.
A quiet walking area along the Ticino near the historic hamlet of Castelnovate. Popular for nature, sunsets, and aviation-adjacent plane spotting.
Saffron-infused risotto from Milan, known for its rich golden color and creamy texture. It is one of the city’s signature dishes.
Breaded veal cutlet fried in butter, a classic Milanese specialty prized for its crisp coating and tender meat.
Braised veal shanks, often served with risotto alla Milanese. It is a traditional Lombard comfort dish with deep, savory flavor.
Established airport dining spot by chef Davide Oldani, known for refined Italian dishes, pastries, and a polished yet accessible atmosphere in Malpensa.
Well-known Italian chain serving Neapolitan pizza, pasta, and classic southern dishes in a casual airport setting.
Historic Milanese brand offering coffee, pastries, panettone, and light Italian meals, suitable for a quick but classic local stop.
Airport prices are above city averages. Coffee and snacks are manageable, but full meals cost more.
Service is often included or not expected at airport venues. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 for good service is appreciated but optional.
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Milan Malpensa Airport -> Milano Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome Termini to Milan Malpensa Airport 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 Malpensa Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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