- Must visit
Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Milan’s leading art museums, with Italian masterpieces from the Middle Ages to the 20th century in a historic palace.
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 36 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basel to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Milan will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Of the 15 buses that leave Basel for Milan every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 264 km distance in an average of 4 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Basel to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £69.
Distance: 264 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£31 Average Price Cheapest | £97 Average Price | £225 Average Price |
5h 21m Average total duration 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Milan coaches for today, Friday 21 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 16:05 Basel, Bahnhof | 5h55 | 22:00 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:00 Basel, Bahnhof | 5h15 | 2:15 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:25 Basel, Bahnhof | 5h25 | 4:50 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 22 August | |||||
FlixBus | 2:05 Basel, Bahnhof | 4h20 | 6:25 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:50 Basel, Bahnhof | 5h15 | 8:05 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
4740 | 4:15 Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 5h15 | 9:30 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:55 Basel, Bahnhof | 4h45 | 10:40 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 Basel, Bahnhof | 5h50 | 13:20 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
4744 | 7:40 Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 5h30 | 13:10 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 Basel, Bahnhof | 13h10 | 20:55 Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 9:25 Basel, Bahnhof | 5h40 | 15:05 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:50 Basel, Bahnhof | 6h00 | 16:50 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 Basel, Bahnhof | 4h20 | 16:05 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 Basel, Bahnhof | 4h20 | 16:50 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
252 | 14:05 Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 6h35 | 20:40 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Basel to Milan run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 264 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 264 km |
Average bus duration 4h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 2 days |
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Moderate for Italy: hotels and dining run higher than many cities, but public transport is affordable and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% in restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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Orio al Serio, Milan Bergamo Airport (Bus station) -> Milano Stazione Centrale FS, Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Milan by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Basel to Milan buses use the Basel, Bahnhof to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station pair, with some services arriving at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato). Use this guide to compare Basel and Milan bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Basel, Bahnhof is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food outlets available inside the station.
Wi-Fi is available at Basel, Bahnhof. ATMs are aTMs available in the station concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Basel, Bahnhof.
Available at Basel, Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel, Bahnhof: Station is accessible to those with reduced mobility.
Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Swiss (in the station), Italian Bistro (in the station), Café Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB).
Available at Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB): Elevators, ramps.
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km), Pizza Express (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
Available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Elevators, ramps.
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) is 6 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Italiana (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato).
Available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Elevators, ramps.
Milano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple fast food and dining options available.
Free Wi-Fi available for 30 minutes. ATMs are aTMs available in the main hall.
Ticket office support is available at Milano.
Available at Milano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano: Wheelchair accessible facilities available.
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