- 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
£11
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 39 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portofino to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portofino to Milan will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 16 buses that leave Portofino for Milan every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 129 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 10 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.
4732
4705
Regionale Veloce 3016 · bus a supporto del treno 3016 GEM02
Regionale Veloce 3016 · bus a supporto del treno 3016 GEM02
Regionale 12310+
BUS L653E
4732
4705
Regionale Veloce 3016 · bus a supporto del treno 3016 GEM02
Regionale Veloce 3016 · bus a supporto del treno 3016 GEM02
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portofino to Milan 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 coach which can get you there in 1h 59m. 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 £4, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 129 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg 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.
The table below shows live departures for Portofino to Milan coaches for today, Wednesday 12 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 12426+ Intercity 680+ BUS L680D | 17:04 Zoagli station | 4h31 | 21:35 Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 680+ BUS L680D | 17:41 Rapallo station | 3h54 | 21:35 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 680+ BUS L680D | 17:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h49 | 21:35 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
4705 | 18:10 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2h10 | 20:20 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 13 August | |||||
Regionale Veloce 3016 · bus a supporto del treno 3016 GEM02 | 4:51 Rapallo station | 3h02 | 7:53 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3016 · bus a supporto del treno 3016 GEM02 | 4:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h58 | 7:53 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
4732 | 5:00 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1h55 | 6:55 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 796+ BUS L652E | 5:21 Rapallo station | 3h21 | 8:42 Milan | 1 change | |
Regionale 12310+ BUS L653E | 5:41 Zoagli station | 3h36 | 9:17 Milan | 1 change | |
Regionale 12310+ BUS L653E | 5:47 Rapallo station | 3h30 | 9:17 Milan | 1 change | |
Regionale 12310+ BUS L653E | 5:52 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h25 | 9:17 Milan | 1 change | |
Regionale 12388+ Intercity 670+ BUS L670D | 13:04 Zoagli station | 4h26 | 17:30 Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 670+ BUS L670D | 13:41 Rapallo station | 3h49 | 17:30 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 670+ BUS L670D | 13:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h44 | 17:30 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 16:20 Zoagli, SS 1 (Pedonale per Semorile) | 3h25 | 19:45 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Portofino to Milan run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:12, the last at 23:20. The fastest coach covers the 129 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 129 km |
Average bus duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 0:12 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 2 days |
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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.
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Orio al Serio, Milan Bergamo Airport (Bus station) -> Milano Stazione Centrale FS, Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portofino 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 Portofino to Milan buses use the Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station pair, with some services arriving at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato). Use this guide to compare Portofino and Milan 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, 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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