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Pinacoteca di Brera
Milan’s premier art gallery, known for masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Mantegna in the elegant Brera district.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sankt Margrethen to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $162.
Distance: 139 miles (224 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$44 Average price Cheapest | $139 Average price | $225 Average price | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 12m Average total duration 11h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Sankt Margrethen to Milan:
A bus is $95 (€77) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sankt Margrethen to Milan costing on average $139 (€112).
A bus is $181 (€147) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sankt Margrethen to Milan costing on average $225 (€182).
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 45m.
Flight takes on average 11h 12m.
Tickets start at around $44 (€36) compared to roughly $67 (€54) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $23 (€19). The journey takes 5h 45m versus 3h 40m 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.
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 SBB | Departure Time 06:46AM | Arrival Time 11:28AM | Duration 4h42 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
The table below shows live departures for Sankt Margrethen to Milan buses for today, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:40 PM Sankt Margrethen | 4h25 | 3:05 AM Milan | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Sankt Margrethen to Milan run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:38, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 139 miles (224 km) distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 139 miles (224 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 12:38 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Milan’s premier art gallery, known for masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Mantegna in the elegant Brera district.
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Museum access point for Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper, one of Milan’s most famous cultural experiences.
Milan’s canal district, loved for waterside walks, lively atmosphere, and highly shareable views, especially at sunset.
Elegant central neighborhood of art streets, boutiques, and historic buildings, ideal for strolling and local atmosphere.
Milan’s main square and the symbolic heart of the city, framed by the cathedral and monumental architecture.
Milan’s signature saffron risotto, rich with butter and cheese, prized for its golden color and elegant flavor.
A classic breaded veal cutlet fried in butter, one of the city’s most iconic traditional main dishes.
Braised veal shank, often served with risotto alla Milanese, valued for its tender meat and marrow-rich sauce.
Well-known modern Milanese restaurant near Porta Nuova, celebrated for refined local classics in a stylish setting.
Historic traditional trattoria serving classic Milanese and Lombard dishes in an old-world, elegant atmosphere.
Legendary historic bar famous for the Negroni Sbagliato and classic aperitivo culture in a lively retro space.
Milan is pricier than most Italian cities, especially for hotels and dining in central areas.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-5 for good service is appreciated.
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