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Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Italy’s top art museums, featuring masterpieces by Mantegna, Bellini, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Piero della Francesca.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$13
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$13
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 56 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 56 m
Buses on Sep 20
1
Distance
69 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stresa to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stresa to Milan will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
It's difficult to get from Stresa to Milan without transferring at least 2 times.
Autobus TRENORD 4200A · Autobus TRENORD 6417A · Regionale TRENORD 2417
Autobus TRENORD 4200A · Autobus TRENORD 6417A · Regionale TRENORD 2417Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stresa to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, while a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 42 miles (69 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 06:39AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 2h56 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
The table below shows live departures for Stresa to Milan buses for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Autobus TRENORD 4200A · Autobus TRENORD 6417A · Regionale TRENORD 2417 | 6:39 AM Baveno station | 2h56 | 9:35 AM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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The earliest bus runs at 04:15, the last at 21:46.
Distance 42 miles (69 km) |
First bus 4:15 AM |
Last bus 9:46 PM |
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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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