The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lugano to Milan
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
34 m
Buses per day
19
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 £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £3.
Of the 19 buses that leave Lugano for Milan every day 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 63 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 40 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Lugano to Milan
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 prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 63 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lugano to Milan bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Milan coaches for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 06:35 Lugano, Via Ciani | 1h35 | 08:10 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
4740 | 07:20 Lugano, Via Ciani | 1h10 | 08:30 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 08:15 Lugano, Via Ciani | 1h30 | 09:45 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
4744 | 11:00 Lugano, Via Ciani | 1h10 | 12:10 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 Lugano, Via Ciani | 1h50 | 14:05 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:40 Lugano, Via Ciani | 1h10 | 19:50 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
2495 | 19:50 Lugano, Via Ciani | 2h30 | 22:20 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 changesdirect | |
2495 | 19:50 Lugano, Via Ciani | 1h40 | 21:30 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:45 Lugano, Via Ciani | 1h20 | 23:05 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
2499 | 03:05 Lugano, Via Ciani | 2h35 | 05:40 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 changesdirect | |
2499 | 03:05 Lugano, Via Ciani | 1h40 | 04:45 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 04:30 Lugano, Via Ciani | 1h20 | 05:50 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lugano to Milan
Buses from Lugano to Milan run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 11 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 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee from Lugano to MilanYou can travel by bus between Lugano to Milan with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lugano to Milan coach
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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lugano, Via Ciani, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Orio al Serio, Milan Bergamo Airport (Bus station), located 28.2 miles (45.5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lugano and Milan
- 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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