- 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
£27
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
6 h 5 m
Average duration
6 h 14 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
339 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Milan will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
Of the 20 buses that leave Lyon for Milan every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 339 km distance in an average of 6 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 20 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 Lyon to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £74.
Distance: 339 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£24 Average Price Cheapest | £129 Average Price | £160 Average Price |
6h 49m Average total duration 6h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Milan coaches for today, Friday 28 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 | 6:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 7h05 | 13:20 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
4767 | 7:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 7h05 | 14:05 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h20 | 14:25 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
1727 | 9:45 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 7h35 | 17:20 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h40 | 17:25 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h20 | 19:05 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
50005 · 94765 | 13:35 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 7h50 | 21:25 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 change | |
94765 | 14:45 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h40 | 21:25 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:55 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 7h00 | 21:55 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
3897 | 15:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h50 | 22:20 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h30 | 22:30 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h05 | 0:05 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h25 | 5:25 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
94561 | 23:35 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h25 | 6:00 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
3091 | 23:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h25 | 6:15 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
94763 | 23:59 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h11 | 6:10 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
FlixBus | 0:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h25 | 6:30 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
4781 | 1:45 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h15 | 8:00 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h20 | 9:35 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Lyon to Milan run on average 19 times per day, taking around 6h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 18 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 339 km distance in 6h 11m.
Distance 339 km |
Average bus duration 6h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 6h 11m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Milan — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Milan trip today.
One of Milan’s leading art museums, with Italian masterpieces from the Middle Ages to the 20th century in a historic palace.
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Milan’s central square is the city’s main meeting point, framed by the cathedral, museums and lively pedestrian spaces.
This redeveloped canal district is popular for waterside walks, old railings, independent shops and a lively Milan atmosphere.
A refined district of elegant streets, Liberty villas and designer shops, ideal for architecture lovers and quieter walks.
Saffron risotto cooked to a creamy texture with butter and cheese. A signature Milanese dish linked to Lombardy’s love of rich, elegant rice dishes.
Breaded veal cutlet fried in butter until crisp. One of Milan’s best-known classics, traditionally served bone-in and prized for its simple, rich flavour.
Slow-braised veal shanks, often with vegetables and wine, usually served with risotto. A historic Lombard comfort dish known for tender meat and marrow.
Refined two-Michelin-star dining by Carlo Cracco in an elegant setting inside Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Known for modern Italian tasting menus.
Historic Milanese restaurant famed for ossobuco and Risotto alla Milanese. Formal, old-school atmosphere with strong ties to local culinary tradition.
Traditional trattoria celebrated for classic Milanese dishes including cotoletta and cassoeula. Warm, established venue with a loyal local following.
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.
Official public transport app
Orio al Serio, Milan Bergamo Airport (Bus station) -> Milano Stazione Centrale FS, Milan
There are two main providers of buses from Lyon to Milan: Eurolines and iDBus. Eurolines runs three services per day on the route, with the first bus departing in the morning and the last departing in the late evening. The direct journey takes just under seven hours. iDBUS offers only one bus per day, an overnight service leaving Lyon in the late evening before midnight, travelling through the night to arrive in Milan in the early morning the next day.
Return buses from Milan to Lyon are also available.
Both the iDBUS and Eurolines services leave from the central bus station conveniently located outside the Lyon Perrache train station. It's easy to reach with public transport, and travellers can use Metro line A, and trams 1 and 2. The boarding bays are on floor 0 of the train station close to the taxi rank - simply follow the signs all around the train station platforms and concourse.
Beautiful Milan is famed for its contrasting historic and modern sights and attractions, such as the 1960s built modernist Pirelli Tower and Santa Maria alle Grazie Basilica, a beautiful grand church and UNESCO World Heritage site. Milan's main bus station is on Via Giulio Natta in the Lampugnano region of the city. To reach the station from other parts of the city, take Metro line 1 or buses z301 or z617.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon 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 Lyon to Milan buses use the Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station pair, with some services arriving at Milano. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Milan bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland). ATMs are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km), Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache.
Available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Elevators, ramps.
Lyon, Gare Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Gare Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Bistro Lyonnais (0.2 km), Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Perrache.
Available at Lyon, Gare Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Perrache: 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 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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