How to travel from Ljubljana to Milan

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Compare bus and flight for Ljubljana to Milan

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ljubljana to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $227 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $227, while a flight costs an average of $479.

Distance: 259 miles (417 km)

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$227

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$479

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$167

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7h 13m

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6h 43m

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4h 54m

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2h 54m

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4h 53m

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1.3 - 2.5kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Ljubljana to Milan is a bus with an average price of $227 (€191).

This is compared to other travel options from Ljubljana to Milan:

A bus is $252 (€211) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ljubljana to Milan costing on average $479 (€402).

The fastest way to travel from Ljubljana to Milan is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 54m.

Other travel options to Milan take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ljubljana and Milan including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Ljubljana to Milan among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $227 (€191) compared to roughly $167 (€140) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-60.02 (€-50.40). The journey takes 6h 43m versus 4h 53m 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.

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.

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from Ljubljana to Milan

How to get from Ljubljana to Milan by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Ljubljana to Milan is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Nomago+Itabus2806
    5:00 AM10h55
    Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    3:55 PMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    $441One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Nomago+Itabus2806
    5:00 AM10h55
    Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    3:55 PMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    $441One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • AeroitaliaXZ2910
    7:30 AM1h00
    Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport
    8:30 AMMilan Linate Airport
    $1421One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • TripstAir+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3987+IntercityIntercity 614
    2:25 PM9h15
    Ljubljana, Dolgi most
    11:40 PMMilan Centrale
    $881One-way
    2 transfers
  • Nomago+Itabus2806
    5:00 AM10h55
    Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    3:55 PMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    $441One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:25 PM7h10
    Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    6:35 AMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    $441One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:10 AM8h15
    Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    9:25 AMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    $481One-way
    0 transfers
  • Malta AirFR 6000
    12:20 PM1h15
    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    1:35 PMMilan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport
    $681One-way
    0 transfers
  • AeroitaliaXZ2912
    5:10 PM1h00
    Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport
    6:10 PMMilan Linate Airport
    $1681One-way
    0 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO616 · LO319
    1:30 PM5h25
    Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    6:55 PMMilan Malpensa Airport
    $2401One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Ljubljana to Milan

Travel to Milan easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Ljubljana to Milan.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Ljubljana and Milan including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Ljubljana to Milan is a bus with an average price of $227 (€191).

This is compared to other travel options from Ljubljana to Milan:

A bus is $252 (€211) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ljubljana to Milan costing on average $479 (€402).

The fastest way to travel from Ljubljana to Milan is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 54m.

Other travel options to Milan take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 13m.

The distance from Ljubljana to Milan is approximately 259 miles (417 km).
The average frequency per day from Ljubljana to Milan is:
  • Around 56 buses per day.
  • Around 21 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ljubljana and Milan as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ljubljana to Milan:
  • Flights mostly depart from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport and arrive in Milan Malpensa Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja and arrive in Milano, Milan Linate Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ljubljana to Milan, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, GoOpti, Nomago, Infobus, EasyDrive, TripstAir to go to Milan by bus.
  • Travel with Malta Air, Ryanair, Air Baltic, Lufthansa, Air Serbia, Swiss, Lufthansa Cityline, Brussels Airlines, Cityjet, Air Dolomiti, Lot Polish Airlines, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Helvetic Airways, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Luxair, Austrian Airlines, ITA to go to Milan by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Ljubljana to Milan with the following travel companies:
  • 49 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, GoOpti, Infobus, EasyDrive.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Ljubljana to Milan often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Rome, Venice, Como, Florence. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Milan and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Milan to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Milan, you can visit the iconic Duomo di Milano for its stunning Gothic architecture and panoramic views, explore Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper at the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie, and stroll through the historic Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II with its luxury boutiques. Discover the grand Sforza Castle, which houses various museums and art collections, and relax in the serene Sempione Park near the city center.
To fully experience Milan's key attractions, including the Duomo, The Last Supper, and shopping in the fashion district, plan for around 3 to 4 days.
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