- 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 on 18 Sept
£45
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£53
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
8 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
9 h 50 m
Buses on 18 Sept
5
Distance
374 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Saint-Étienne to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint-Étienne to Milan will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £45.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 5 buses from Saint-Étienne to Milan, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 374 km distance in an average of 9 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Saint-Étienne to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, while a flight costs an average of £132.
Distance: 374 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
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£37 Average Price Cheapest | £129 Average Price | £132 Average Price | £185 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 39m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Saint-Étienne to Milan:
A coach is £92 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saint-Étienne to Milan costing on average £129.
A coach is £95 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Saint-Étienne to Milan costing on average £132.
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 0m.
Coach takes on average 8h 9m.
Tickets start at around £37 compared to roughly £185 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £148. The journey takes 8h 9m versus 5h 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Étienne to Milan coaches for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. 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 | 5:55 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 11h10 | 17:05 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 change | |
1727 | 8:35 Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 8h45 | 17:20 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 8h25 | 17:25 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 9h10 | 19:05 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:45 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 11h40 | 5:25 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 change |
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Buses from Saint-Étienne to Milan run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 374 km distance in 8h 25m.
Distance 374 km |
Average bus duration 8h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 25m |
First bus 0:35 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Discover the best of Milan — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Milan trip today.
One of Milan’s leading art museums, with Italian masterpieces from the Middle Ages to the 20th century in a historic palace.
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This redeveloped canal district is popular for waterside walks, old railings, independent shops and a lively Milan atmosphere.
A refined district of elegant streets, Liberty villas and designer shops, ideal for architecture lovers and quieter walks.
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Slow-braised veal shanks, often with vegetables and wine, usually served with risotto. A historic Lombard comfort dish known for tender meat and marrow.
Refined two-Michelin-star dining by Carlo Cracco in an elegant setting inside Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Known for modern Italian tasting menus.
Historic Milanese restaurant famed for ossobuco and Risotto alla Milanese. Formal, old-school atmosphere with strong ties to local culinary tradition.
Traditional trattoria celebrated for classic Milanese dishes including cotoletta and cassoeula. Warm, established venue with a loyal local following.
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.
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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 Saint-Étienne 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 Saint-Étienne to Milan buses use the Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station pair, with some services arriving at Milan, Lampugnano (M1). Use this guide to compare Saint-Étienne and Milan bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF is 1 km from Saint-Étienne city centre. Public transport options include:
Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There are food outlets nearby the station.
Wi-Fi is available at Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF. ATMs are available at Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF.
Ticket office support is available at Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF.
Available at Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF: The station is partially accessible for individuals with disabilities.
Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière is 1 km from Saint-Étienne city centre. Public transport options include:
Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi is available for passengers. ATMs are available at Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière.
Ticket office support is available at Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière.
Available at Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière: The station is accessible with ramps and elevators.
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.
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