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Musée Alpin
Alpine museum in nearby Chamonix exploring mountaineering, tourism and valley history through permanent displays.
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Milan to Les Houches is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Les Houches will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 2 buses that leave Milan for Les Houches 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 192 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 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.




Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Milan to Les Houches among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £127.
Distance: 192 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £101 Average Price | £134 Average Price |
4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 24m Average total duration 11h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 54m Average total duration 9h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Les Houches coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 22 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:35 Milan | 3h40 | 12:15 Les Houches | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:35 Milan | 3h40 | 13:15 Les Houches | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Milan to Les Houches run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 192 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 192 km |
Average bus duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 4:25 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Les Houches — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Les Houches trip today.
Alpine museum in nearby Chamonix exploring mountaineering, tourism and valley history through permanent displays.
Local museum presenting mountain life, farming traditions and the everyday history of Les Houches and the valley.
Small exhibition space dedicated to alpine wildlife and the natural environment around Les Houches.
Panoramic summit area reached by cable car, with Mont Blanc views, walking routes and paragliding launches.
Popular mountain area with broad views towards the Mont Blanc massif and access to classic walking trails.
Family-friendly wildlife park with a short walking trail where visitors can observe alpine animals in a forest setting.
Savoyard gratin of potatoes, reblochon, lardons and onions. A mountain classic of Haute-Savoie, especially popular after skiing or hiking.
Melted local cheese served with charcuterie, potatoes and pickles. It is a defining Alpine shared meal across the Chamonix valley.
Cheese fondue made with Alpine cheeses and white wine, eaten with bread. A convivial Savoyard staple in winter and mountain resorts.
Traditional mountain restaurant known for Savoyard classics such as fondue and raclette in a warm chalet-style setting.
Cosy Alpine address serving regional dishes, grilled meats and cheese specialities with a relaxed, polished atmosphere.
Well-known brasserie in the village centre for pizzas, Savoyard plates and casual meals, convenient for families and groups.
Les Houches is pricier than many French towns due to Mont Blanc tourism. Lodging, dining and ski-season transport costs are typically above average.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Round up taxi fares slightly; small change is fine in cafés.
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Chamonix-Sud Bus Station -> Chamonix-Sud Bus Station, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Les Houches 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 Les Houches, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to Les Houches buses use the Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Les Houches 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.
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