How to get from Paris to Milan by train, bus or flight.
The best way to travel from Paris to Milan is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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Distance | 396 miles (639 km) | |
Available travel modes | Bus | |
Popular travel companies | BlaBlaCar Bus |
Travel 396 miles (639 km) by bus to Milan from Paris. BlaBlaCar Bus is the main travel company operating this route. Travelers can even take a direct bus from Paris to Milan.
Travelers in Europe journey from Paris to Milan frequently for both business and leisure. It is convenient to travel from Rome to Milan by plane, train or bus with direct routes departing multiple times per day. Key departure points in Paris include Gare Paris Bercy bus station, Paris Gare de Lyon train station, and Paris Orly and Paris Beauvais airports.
Trains from Paris to Milan | Buses from Paris to Milan | Flights from Paris to Milan
Average Price |
Travel Time |
Cheapest Time to Book |
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€31 |
12:30 h |
2 Months Ahead |
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€78 |
7:09 h |
2 Months Ahead |
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€70 |
1:25 h |
2 Months Ahead |
Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Paris to Milan. Buses traveling from Paris to Milan depart from either Paris' Porte Maillot, Gare Routière Galliéni, or Quai de Bercy bus station and take at least 12 and a half hours to arrive at Milan's Lampugnano bus station. At least 4 buses travel from Paris to Milan every day. All buses travel from Paris to Milan overnight. Bus companies that travel from Paris to Milan include Baltour, Ouibus, and Eurolines.
Taking a flight is the fastest way to travel from Paris to Milan. Flights depart from either Paris' Charles de Gaulle or Orly airport and arrive at either Milan's Linate or Malpensa airport after 1:25 h of flight time. Taking a flight from Paris to Milan is significantly faster than taking the train or bus even when traveling to and from Paris and Milan's airports is taken into consideration. Airlines that travel directly from Paris to Milan include EasyJet, Air France, and Alitalia.
Taking a flight is by far the most popular way to travel from Paris to Milan. Taking a flight, even when traveling to and from Paris and Milan's airports is considered, is at least 2 and a half hours faster than traveling from Paris to Milan by train and at least 8 hours faster than taking the bus. At least 25 flights travel directly from Paris to Milan every day, which are usually cheaper than buying a train ticket.
Milan is Italy's main industrial, commercial and financial center and attracts over 8 million visitors per year. Some of Milan's attractions include the Milan Cathedral, Santa Maria delle Grazie and Milan Fashion Week, as well as A.C. Milan and F.C. Internazionale Milano football clubs.
You can travel by train, bus or flight for as low as $42 (€38). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.
Trenitalia is the national railway of Italy, providing a comprehensive network of trains across the country including trains between Paris and Milan. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed Frecciarossa, Frecciargento, and Frecciabianca, as well as regional and intercity services. Frecciarossa trains are the fastest, reaching speeds of up to 300 km/h, while Frecciargento and Frecciabianca offer a more leisurely journey. Passengers can choose from a range of ticket types, including Economy, Standard, and Business Class. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and a range of food and beverage options. Popular routes include Milan to Rome, Venice to Florence, and Naples to Bari.
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS), a subsidiary of the popular French carpooling company, BlaBlaCar, is a travel 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 travel include air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging phones, tablets and laptops during long travel 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.
EasyJet is a British multinational budget airline headquartered at London Luton Airport (LTN) and the largest UK-based airline based on the number of passengers carried. EasyJet flies to more than 150 destinations in Europe and North Africa, making it a very popular low-cost carrier for travelers. To keep fares as low as possible, tickets are non-refundable, and no complimentary snacks are served onboard. All easyJet fare types include allowance of one small personal bag, while additional fees apply for travelers bringing hand luggage and checked luggage.
You can travel between Paris and Milan by bus.
The fastest way to travel from Paris to Milan is by flight with an average journey time of 1 h 30 min.
The distance is approximately 396 miles (639 km) from Paris to Milan.
The average frequency per day from Paris to Milan is:
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip between Paris and Milan as scheduled services by bus can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Paris to Milan:
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Yes, there is a direct route available from Paris to Milan:
Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Milan as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets from Paris to Milan.
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