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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 on 04 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 04 Sept
£115
Fastest journey on 04 Sept
1 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 04 Sept
1 h 10 m
Buses on 04 Sept
23
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lugano to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Milan will cost around £115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
On Fri 04 Sept, we found 23 buses from Lugano to Milan, including 23 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 63 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 63 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£9 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price | £63 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 57m Average total duration 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lugano to Milan:
A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lugano to Milan costing on average £26.
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 27m.
Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £63 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £54. The journey takes 1h 27m versus 1h 12m 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.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Marino Autolinee.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Milan coaches for today, Thursday 3 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 7:35 Lugano, Via Ciani | 1h35 | 9:10 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
4740 | 8:20 Lugano, Via Ciani | 1h10 | 9:30 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 Lugano, Via Ciani | 2h00 | 11:15 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
4744 | 12:00 Lugano, Via Ciani | 1h10 | 13:10 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:15 Lugano, Via Ciani | 1h50 | 15:05 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:20 Lugano, Via Ciani | 1h10 | 17:30 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:40 Lugano, Via Ciani | 1h10 | 20:50 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:35 Lugano, Via Ciani | 1h30 | 23:05 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 4 September | |||||
FlixBus | 5:15 Lugano, Via Ciani | 1h15 | 6:30 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:25 Agno, Lugano Airport (Parcheggio sosta breve) | 1h10 | 7:35 Milano | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:25 Agno, Lugano Airport (Parcheggio sosta breve) | 1h20 | 7:45 Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:25 Agno, Lugano Airport (Parcheggio sosta breve) | 1h15 | 7:40 Milano | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Lugano to Milan run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 63 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 63 km |
Average bus duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 0:50 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 63 days |
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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.
Official public transport app
Orio al Serio, Milan Bergamo Airport (Bus station) -> Milano Stazione Centrale FS, Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano 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 Lugano to Milan buses use the Lugano, Via Ciani to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station pair, with some services arriving at Milano, Piazza Luigi di Savoia. Use this guide to compare Lugano and Milan bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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 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.
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.
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