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Musei Civici del Castello Visconteo
Civic museum inside the Visconti Castle, with archaeological finds, paintings, sculpture, and local history in a major historic setting.
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
56 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Milan to Pavia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Pavia will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 9 buses that leave Milan for Pavia every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 31 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 58 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.
Autobus TRENORD 687A
Autobus TRENORD 2349A
Autobus TRENORD 687A
Autobus TRENORD 2349A
BUS L641D
Autobus TRENORD 687A
BUS L641D
BUS L665H
BUS L685D
BUS L659DOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Pavia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 31 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£4 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price |
1h 29m Average total duration 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Pavia coaches for today, Friday 21 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobus TRENORD 687A | 23:05 Milan Centrale | 1h22 | 0:27 Pavia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus TRENORD 687A | 23:37 Milan Rogoredo | 0h50 | 0:27 Pavia station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 22 August | |||||
Autobus TRENORD 2349A | 0:25 Milan Centrale | 1h38 | 2:03 Pavia station | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus TRENORD 2349A | 0:54 Milan Rogoredo | 1h09 | 2:03 Pavia station | 0 changesdirect | |
BUS L659D | 7:30 Milan Centrale | 0h58 | 8:28 Pavia station | 0 changesdirect | |
BUS L637G | 11:00 Milan Centrale | 0h58 | 11:58 Pavia station | 0 changesdirect | |
BUS L665H | 12:00 Milan Centrale | 0h58 | 12:58 Pavia station | 0 changesdirect | |
BUS L641D | 13:30 Milan Centrale | 0h58 | 14:28 Pavia station | 0 changesdirect | |
BUS L685D | 17:20 Milan Centrale | 0h58 | 18:18 Pavia station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Milan to Pavia run on average 8 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest coach covers the 31 km distance in 50m.
Distance 31 km |
Average bus duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:56 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 5 days |
Discover the best of Pavia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Pavia trip today.
Civic museum inside the Visconti Castle, with archaeological finds, paintings, sculpture, and local history in a major historic setting.
University museum displaying scientific instruments and medical collections that reflect Pavia’s long academic tradition and notable scholars.
Natural history museum with zoological and comparative anatomy collections, suited to visitors interested in science and historic university research.
Main central square framed by civic buildings, shops, and cafés; ideal for orientating yourself and enjoying Pavia’s everyday urban life.
Historic university courtyard area with elegant colonnades and an academic atmosphere; a rewarding stop for architecture and local heritage.
Riverside green space along the Ticino, popular for walks, views of the bridge, and a quieter perspective on the city and surrounding nature.
Classic Pavia soup of stale bread, hot meat broth, butter, cheese and a poached egg. A frugal local staple linked to the city’s traditional home cooking.
Rice cooked with local sausage, often from nearby Varzi or Lomellina pork traditions. It reflects the rice-growing landscape around Pavia and hearty Lombard cooking.
Slow-braised beef cooked with Bonarda wine and aromatics. It is a traditional Oltrepò Pavese dish that showcases the area’s red wine and robust rural cuisine.
Elegant central restaurant serving refined Lombard and Italian dishes in a polished but relaxed setting, popular for dinners and special occasions.
Well-known traditional venue for Pavia and Lombard cooking, with a classic atmosphere and a menu focused on local specialities and seasonal ingredients.
Casual, established trattoria known for generous portions, local dishes and a friendly atmosphere suited to an authentic everyday meal in Pavia.
Moderate for Italy: accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than Milan, while local trains and buses stay fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up in cafés and taxis, and leave 5-10% at restaurants only for notably good service.
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Piazzale della Stazione, Pavia -> Piazza del Municipio, Pavia
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