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Cheap bus tickets from Zurich to Milan

Showing times and prices for Sep 18

Cheapest

$22

Average

$29

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zurich to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

10:00AM3h00

Zurich

01:00PMMilan

$221One-way

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03:30PM3h10

Zurich

06:40PMMilan

$271One-way

0 transfers

09:40AM3h30

Zurich

01:10PMMilan

$281One-way

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05:10PM3h10

Zurich

08:20PMMilan

$301One-way

0 transfers

07:00PM4h00

Zurich

11:00PMMilan

$361One-way

0 transfers

Bus schedule from Zurich to Milan

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Calanda Viaggi

01:30PM5h45

Zürich, Bus-Parkplatz Sihlquai

07:15PMMilano, Molino Dorino

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How far in advance should I book bus tickets from Zurich to Milan?

The best time to book your bus from Zurich to Milan is 77 days before departure. See how prices for buses change on the Zurich to Milan route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Zurich to Milan per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your bus from Zurich to Milan.

Buses

from $35

Trains

from $51

Flights

from $274

Bus times from Zurich to Milan

Showing times and prices for Sep 18

Fastest Journey

5 h 45 m

Average

5 h 45 m

Buses per day

Distance

217 km

Of the 1 buses that leave Zurich for Milan every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

01:30PM5h45

Zürich, Bus-Parkplatz Sihlquai

07:15PMMilano, Molino Dorino

$911One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Bus from Zurich to Milan

Distance	135 miles (217 km)
Average bus duration	4 h 5 min
Average bus ticket price	$77 (€65)
Bus frequency	11 a day
Direct bus	Yes, there are 11 direct buses a day
Bus providers	STUDENT AGENCY k. S. BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Calanda Viaggi or Student Agency

Buses from Zurich to Milan cover the 135 miles (217 km) long journey taking on average 4 h 5 min with our travel partners like STUDENT AGENCY k. S. BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Calanda Viaggi or Student Agency. Normally, there are 11 buses operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest bus tickets for this route for as low as $27 (€23), but the average price of bus tickets is $77 (€65). Travelers depart most frequently from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) and arrive in Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.

Bus companies: BlaBlaCar, STUDENT AGENCY k. S. And BlaBlaCar Bus from Zurich to Milan

BlaBlaCar, STUDENT AGENCY k. S. And BlaBlaCar Bus buses will get you from Zurich to Milan from $21 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best bus times and tickets for your trip.

BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS), a subsidiary of the popular French carpooling company, BlaBlaCar, is a bus company operating long-distance services in 10 countries in Europe. Founded in France, BlaBlaCar Bus provides connections to over 300 destinations. Standard amenities on the buses include air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging phones, tablets and laptops during long bus journeys, extra legroom and adjustable seats. On select routes there is also free Wi-Fi available. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.

Zurich to Milan bus information with BlaBlaCar Bus:

Average Duration: 25 h 35 min
Cheapest Price: $80

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

Bus information from Zurich to Milan with FlixBus:

Average Duration: 10 h 10 min
Cheapest Price: $25
FlixBus frequency: 9 a day

Alsa is the main bus company in Spain, a subsidiary of the UK bus company National Express. Alsa offers a wide variety of national and international routes and transports more than 300 million passengers every year. Apart from the Standard fare, Alsa provides ticket types like Minimum, Reduced and Flexible fares on select routes for those looking to save money on bus journeys. While most travelers don’t mind traveling on normal buses with basic services like bathrooms, free WiFi, footrests and onboard entertainment, some others may want to check out Alsa’s deluxe buses like the Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus and Alsa Premium, which provide more luxurious amenities on specific routes.

Buses from Zurich to Milan

Buses in Europe are an affordable way to travel between cities, with a number of companies offering a variety of domestic and international routes. There are around ten buses from Zurich to Milan departing every day, from about 7:00 a.m. until just after 8:00 p.m. The route is operated by Flixbus and Baltour with a journey time of approximately 4 hours.

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Zurich to Milan Bus Cost

Average prices for buses from Zurich to Milan when you book in advance

Booking Period	Average Price
Same Day	€19
1 Day in Advance	€19
1 Week in Advance	€19
2 Weeks in Advance	€19
1 Month in Advance	€19
3 Months in Advance	€19

Zurich to Milan Buses: General Information

While taking a bus is slower than both the bus and train it is significantly cheaper and can take as little as 3:45 h to arrive in Milan.

Most Zurich to Milan buses are run by either Flixbus or Baltour.
Most buses are direct, depart from Zurich's Bus-Parkplatz Sihlquai and arrive at Milan's Autostazione Lampugnano.
Journey Time: Traveling from Zurich to Milan by bus takes as little as 3 hours and 45 minutes.
Most travelers book their Zurich to Milan bus ticket 1 day in advance of the travel date.

Taking the Bus from Zurich

Buses from Zurich to Milan depart from the main bus station, located adjacent to Zurich Hauptbahnhof. Both are in the city center and served by buses, as well as suburban and regional trains. Zurich's extensive transport network also has trams, cable cars, and water ferries, with all networks fully integrated by fare and timetable. The city has a weekend night bus service, while taxis are also located at the bus station.

Getting into Milan by Bus

Milan is known for the La Scala Opera House and as a venue for a famous and international fashion week. In Milan the modern world sits comfortably alongside the past, with the Gothic Duomo Cathedral and the Santa Maria alle Grazie Basilica, home to Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper, being popular attractions for visitors. Buses from Zurich to Milan arrive at Lampugnano bus station, which has frequent links to the city center by metro and bus. Milan's transport network is extensive and includes one of the largest tram systems in the world, as well as buses and rapid transit trains. Many bus routes run until 2:00 a.m., while taxis are also located at Lampugnano bus station.

FAQs: Bus from Zurich to Milan

FAQs: Take the bus from Zurich to Milan with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Zurich to Milan.

Cheap bus tickets from Zurich to Milan can start from as little as $27 (€23) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Zurich to Milan is $77 (€65); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The bus time between Zurich and Milan is on average 4 h 5 min for the 135 mile (217 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Milan from Zurich by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Zurich to Milan leaves at 7: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Zurich to Milan leaves at 3: 20 PM.

Yes, there are 11 direct buses a day from Zurich to Milan with STUDENT AGENCY k. S. BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus or Student Agency. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.

Take the Zurich to Milan bus with STUDENT AGENCY k. S. BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Calanda Viaggi or Student Agency. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus companies for the journey between Zurich and Milan as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano, located 4.3 miles (7 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Milan from Zurich is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 5 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Zurich to Milan by bus is January.

You have options as you can travel from Zurich to Milan 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.