How to travel from Zagreb to Milan

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Compare bus and flight for Zagreb to Milan

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $72 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $72, while a flight costs an average of $559.

Distance: 328 miles (529 km)

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$72

Average price

Cheapest

$559

Average price

$203

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(fuel + tolls)

12h 56m

Average total duration

12h 26m

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30m

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5h 34m

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3h 34m

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6h 59m

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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1.6 - 3.2kg

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Croatia Airlines

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

The cheapest way to travel from Zagreb to Milan is a bus with an average price of $72 (€61).

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

A bus is $487 (€410) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zagreb to Milan costing on average $559 (€470).

The fastest way to travel from Zagreb to Milan is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 34m.

Other travel options to Milan take longer:

Bus takes on average 12h 56m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zagreb and Milan including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Zagreb 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 $72 (€61) compared to roughly $203 (€171) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $131 (€110). The journey takes 12h 26m versus 6h 59m 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 Zagreb to Milan

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:45 PM9h50
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    6:35 AMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    $561One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:45 PM9h50
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    6:35 AMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    $561One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 6000
    8:05 AM1h15
    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    9:20 AMMilan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport
    $1231One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Union Ivkoni International
    9:30 PM9h30
    Zagreb, Strojarska cesta (Autobusni Kolodvor)
    7:00 AMMilan, Lampugnano (M1)
    $561One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:30 AM9h55
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    5:25 PMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    $671One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:00 AM14h00
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    8:00 PMMilano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)
    $851One-way
    2 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO614 · LO317
    6:05 PM15h40
    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    9:45 AMMilan Malpensa Airport
    $2531One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO612 · LO317
    12:50 PM20h55
    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    9:45 AMMilan Malpensa Airport
    $2531One-way
    1 transfer
  • Turkish AirlinesTK1058 · TK1873
    2:00 PM18h45
    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    8:45 AMMilan Malpensa Airport
    $3471One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Zagreb 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 Zagreb to Milan.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Zagreb and Milan including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Zagreb to Milan is a bus with an average price of $72 (€61).

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

A bus is $487 (€410) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zagreb to Milan costing on average $559 (€470).

The fastest way to travel from Zagreb to Milan is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 34m.

Other travel options to Milan take longer:

Bus takes on average 12h 56m.

The distance from Zagreb to Milan is approximately 328 miles (529 km).
The average frequency per day from Zagreb to Milan is:
  • Around 32 flights per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zagreb 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 Zagreb to Milan:
  • Flights mostly depart from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport and arrive in Milan Linate Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Zagreb, Bus Station and arrive in Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zagreb to Milan, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, Infobus, GoOpti to go to Milan by bus.
  • Travel with Ryanair, Malta Air, Croatia Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Austrian Airlines, Air Serbia, Lot Polish Airlines, Air Dolomiti, ITA, Lufthansa, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Qatar Airways, braathens regional aviation, Smartwings, Air Baltic, Turkish Airlines, Helvetic Airways to go to Milan by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Zagreb to Milan with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, Infobus, GoOpti.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Malta Air.
Omio customers who travel from Zagreb 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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