- 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
£31
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 47 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
248 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nice to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Milan will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Of the 17 buses that leave Nice for Milan every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 248 km distance in an average of 4 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 5 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 train as it is the most popular option from Nice to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 248 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £241 Average Price | £167 Average Price |
5h 45m Average total duration 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Milan coaches for today, Thursday 20 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 · FlixBus | 16:55 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 7h10 | 0:05 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 change | |
4734 | 19:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 4h50 | 0:10 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 19:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 4h50 | 0:10 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:00 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 5h05 | 1:05 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:45 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 7h15 | 7:00 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 1:25 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 5h45 | 7:10 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
4732 | 1:40 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 5h15 | 6:55 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
51047 | 5:15 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 4h25 | 9:40 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 6h20 | 11:40 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 6h35 | 11:55 Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 8:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 5h15 | 13:35 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 7h10 | 15:30 Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 6h50 | 15:10 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 8:50 Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 4h45 | 13:35 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 6h40 | 15:30 Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 6h20 | 15:10 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 6h45 | 16:45 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:05 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 5h20 | 17:25 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
4705 | 15:30 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 4h50 | 20:20 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Nice to Milan run on average 15 times per day, taking around 5h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £16 by train.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 248 km distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 248 km |
Average bus duration 5h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Milan — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Milan trip today.
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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
Taking coach services is an excellent way to travel from Nice to Milan, putting the boutiques, architecture, and sporting venues of Lombardy's capital within easy reach. Every weekday, travellers can pick from 10-11 direct buses, and the frequency rises to 13 at the weekend. Journey times vary from four hours 35 minutes to five hours five minutes.
Companies that offer direct buses between Nice and Milan include Flixbus (the major operator), Infobus and BlaBlaBus. All operate regular services, ensuring a spread of morning, afternoon and evening services.
Journey times between Nice and Milan will vary somewhat, but not too much. The fastest coaches take four hours 35 minutes, while the slowest direct services will reach Milan in just over five hours.
Coaches leave Nice for Milan on a daily basis and there should be departures throughout the day. At weekends, there are 13 direct coaches, and travellers can expect 10-11 options during the week.
Departure bus station: There are two possible departure points for buses from Nice to Milan. Most coaches depart from Aeroport Nice Cote d'Azur, which is slightly out of town. To get there, take bus number 98 from the city centre (Promenade des Arts), and leave 20 minutes for the transfer. Alternatively, travellers can board some services at Nice's Gare Routiere (Bus Station). This is located on the Avenue des Diables Bleus, near Nice-Riquier or Vaubam tram stations. Expect trams to take 15-20 minutes from the centre of town.
Arrival bus station: Most buses from Nice will arrive at Milan's Autostazione Lampugnano, in the north-western part of Milan. Lampugnano is a couple of miles away from the heart of Milan, but transferring to central hotels and attractions won't be too hard. By far the easiest option is to hop onto the Metro at Lampugnano and ride it until Cordusio or Duomo. Some services also arrive at Cascina Gobba, in north-eastern Milan. Again, the best route into town is via the Metro. In that case, get on at Casina Gobba Station and take the Metro southwards to Caiazzo or Loreto. It shouldn't take more than 20 minutes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice 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 Nice to Milan buses use the Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station pair, with some services arriving at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato). Use this guide to compare Nice and Milan bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) is 6 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Terminal (in the station), Fast-Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of Terminal 1.
Ticket office support is available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1).
Available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1): Elevators, ramps.
Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur is 6 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There are several restaurants and cafes in the terminals.
WiFi is available throughout the terminals. ATMs are aTMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur.
Available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur: The airport is accessible for individuals with reduced mobility.
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, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) is 6 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Italiana (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato).
Available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Elevators, ramps.
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