The cheapest and fastest coaches from Milan to Lugano
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
57 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Milan to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Lugano will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 8 buses that leave Milan for Lugano every day 8 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 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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 and coach for Milan to Lugano
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 29m. 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 £5, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 63 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m 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
Milan to Lugano bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Lugano coaches for today, Monday 9 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 22:10 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1h20 | 23:30 Lugano, Via Ciani | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus | 07:45 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1h15 | 09:00 Lugano, Via Ciani | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:25 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1h40 | 18:05 Lugano, Via Ciani | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:10 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1h45 | 21:55 Lugano, Via Ciani | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milan to Lugano
Buses from Milan to Lugano run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 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 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, Marino Autolinee from Milan to LuganoYou can travel by bus between Milan to Lugano with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, Marino Autolinee for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Milan to Lugano coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Lugano 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 Lugano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Milan and Lugano
- 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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