The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Milan
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
12 h 35 m
Average duration
15 h 21 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
630 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Milan will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £50.
Of the 6 buses that leave Cologne for Milan every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 630 km distance in an average of 15 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 20 h 25 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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Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne to Milan
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, and a train costs an average of £82.
Distance: 630 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£67 Average Price Cheapest | £139 Average Price | £175 Average Price |
15h 32m Average total duration 15h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 26m Average total duration 8h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Milan bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Milan coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 7 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 03:50 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 15h15 | 19:05 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 20h25 | 09:05 Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:15 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 14h35 | 03:50 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 17:35 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 12h35 | 06:10 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:20 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 22h35 | 19:55 Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 2 changes | |
FlixBus | 22:15 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 13h55 | 12:10 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Milan
Buses from Cologne to Milan run on average 7 times per day, taking around 15h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 630 km distance in 12h 0m.
Distance 630 km |
Average bus duration 15h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 0m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Cologne to MilanYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Milan with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cologne to Milan coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Milan
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Köln Hbf (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Express (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 132, 133, 250, 260 Metro: U5, U16, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12, S13
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station)
- Trattoria Milano (0.5 km)
- Pizza Express (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: M1 Bus: 68, 78, 80
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Italiana (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 121, 132 Metro: M3
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