How to travel from Stuttgart to Milan

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Stuttgart to Milan

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €49 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €49, while a flight costs an average of €320.

Distance: 229 miles (369 km)

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€49

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€320

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€108

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€79

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8h 56m

Average total duration

8h 26m

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4h 31m

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8h 4m

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7h 34m

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6h 26m

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0.4 - 0.9kg

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1.1 - 2.2kg

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ITA

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Milan is a bus with an average price of €49.

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

A bus is €59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Milan costing on average €108.

A bus is €272 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Milan costing on average €320.

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Milan is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 31m.

Other travel options to Milan take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 4m.

Bus takes on average 8h 56m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Stuttgart and Milan including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Stuttgart 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 €49 compared to roughly €79 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €31. The journey takes 8h 26m versus 6h 26m 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 Stuttgart to Milan

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:50 PM12h25
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    11:15 AMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    €431One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:50 PM12h25
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    11:15 AMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    €431One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • EurowingsEW2820
    7:10 AM1h00
    Stuttgart Airport
    8:10 AMMilan Malpensa Airport
    €2261One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • BlaBlaCar Bus30488 · 4733
    7:20 PM11h40
    Stuttgart, Airport/ Busterminal SAB
    7:00 AMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    €441One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:10 AM13h20
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    5:30 PMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    €471One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY1869 · VY6330
    8:45 PM12h15
    Stuttgart Airport
    9:00 AMMilan Malpensa Airport
    €1821One-way
    1 transfer
  • EurowingsEW2044 · EW7824
    3:20 PM4h25
    Stuttgart Airport
    7:45 PMMilan Malpensa Airport
    €2161One-way
    1 transfer
  • EurowingsEW7043 · EW7824
    11:50 AM7h55
    Stuttgart Airport
    7:45 PMMilan Malpensa Airport
    €2161One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Milan.

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There are 3 options to travel between Stuttgart and Milan including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Milan is a bus with an average price of €49.

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

A bus is €59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Milan costing on average €108.

A bus is €272 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Milan costing on average €320.

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Milan is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 31m.

Other travel options to Milan take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 4m.

Bus takes on average 8h 56m.

The distance from Stuttgart to Milan is approximately 229 miles (369 km).
The average frequency per day from Stuttgart to Milan is:
  • Around 27 flights per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Milan:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stuttgart Airport and arrive in Milan Malpensa Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Stuttgart Hbf and arrive in Milan Centrale.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe and arrive in Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stuttgart to Milan, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus to go to Milan by bus.
  • Travel with Eurowings, ITA, Avion Express Malta, Air Dolomiti, Helvetic Airways, Lufthansa, Vueling, Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, Air Baltic, Condor Flugdienst, BA Cityflyer, Austrian Airlines, Air Serbia, AJet, Turkish Airlines, GetJet Airlines, Malta Air, British Airways to go to Milan by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Milan by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Stuttgart to Milan with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Infobus.
  • 1 direct flights per day with ITA, Avion Express Malta, Malta Air.
Omio customers who travel from Stuttgart 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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