How to travel from Manchester to Milan

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Manchester to Milan

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $194 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.2 - 3.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $194, while a flight costs an average of $505.

Distance: 753 miles (1212 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Manchester to Milan

Compare the available ways to get from Manchester to Milan, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Milan is a bus with an average price of $194.

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

A bus is $312 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Milan costing on average $505.

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Milan is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 43m.

Other travel options to Milan take longer:

Bus takes on average 31h 23m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Manchester and Milan including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester to Milan among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 13h 24m sooner (3h 43m by flight vs 17h 7m by car). Tickets start at around $505 compared to roughly $340 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Manchester to Milan

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

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

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  • RyanairFR 3216
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  • VuelingVY7757 · VY6042
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FAQs: Travel from Manchester 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 Manchester to Milan.

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There are 3 options to travel between Manchester and Milan including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Milan is a bus with an average price of $194.

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

A bus is $312 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Milan costing on average $505.

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Milan is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 43m.

Other travel options to Milan take longer:

Bus takes on average 31h 23m.

The distance from Manchester to Milan is approximately 753 miles (1212 km).
The average frequency per day from Manchester to Milan is:
  • Around 70 flights per day.
  • Around 16 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Manchester to Milan:
  • Flights mostly depart from Manchester Airport and arrive in Milan Linate Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arrive in Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Manchester to Milan, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Milan by bus.
  • Travel with Air France, British Airways, KLM, Lufthansa City Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Qatar Airways, BA Cityflyer, Turkish Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Malta Air, KLM Cityhopper, Ryanair, easyJet, Luxair, Helvetic Airways, Swiss, ITA, Eurowings, Indigo Airlines, Air Baltic, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Avion Express Malta, Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa Cityline, Austrian Airlines, Icelandair, Amelia, GetJet Airlines, TAP Portugal to go to Milan by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Manchester to Milan:
  • 4 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair, easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Manchester 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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