- 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
£21
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
6 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 43 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
337 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Villeurbanne to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Villeurbanne to Milan will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Of the 2 buses that leave Villeurbanne for Milan every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 337 km distance in an average of 6 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 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.




Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Villeurbanne to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 337 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £103 Average Price | £89 Average Price |
6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration Fastest 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 33m Average total duration 9h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Villeurbanne to Milan coaches for tomorrow, Friday 21 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:55 Villeurbanne | 7h00 | 19:55 Milan | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Villeurbanne to Milan run on average 17 times per day, taking around 6h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 337 km distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 337 km |
Average bus duration 6h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 6h 20m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Villeurbanne 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 Villeurbanne to Milan buses use the Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station pair, with some services arriving at Cormano, A4 (Cusano Milanino East). Use this guide to compare Villeurbanne 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 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple fast food and dining options available.
Free Wi-Fi available for 30 minutes. ATMs are aTMs available in the main hall.
Ticket office support is available at Milano.
Available at Milano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano: Wheelchair accessible facilities available.
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