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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zurich to Milan
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zurich to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Milan will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 15 buses that leave Zurich for Milan every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 217 km distance in an average of 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 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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Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich to Milan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. 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 £20, and a flight costs an average of £90.
Distance: 217 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£48 Average Price Cheapest | £83 Average Price | £397 Average Price |
6h 9m Average total duration 5h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zurich to Milan bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Milan coaches for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 2499 | 23:35 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 6h05 | 05:40 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2499 | 23:35 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 5h10 | 04:45 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 28 November | |||||
| 4740 | 04:25 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 4h05 | 08:30 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4744 | 08:05 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 4h05 | 12:10 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
 FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 15h15 | 01:50 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:50 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 15h00 | 05:50 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:20 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 13h50 | 06:10 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 change | |
| 2495 | 16:20 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 6h00 | 22:20 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2495 | 16:20 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 5h10 | 21:30 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7990 · 94765 | 19:50 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 24h35 | 20:25 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zurich to Milan
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Buses from Zurich to Milan run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 217 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 217 km |
Average bus duration 5h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Calanda Viaggi, FlixBus from Zurich to MilanYou can travel by bus between Zurich to Milan with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Calanda Viaggi, FlixBus for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Zurich to Milan coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Orio al Serio, Milan Bergamo Airport (Bus station), located 28.2 miles (45.5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Milan
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 31, 33, 46 Train: S2, S5, S6, S7, S8, S14, S16 Tram: 4, 13, 17
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station, near the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 1A
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station)
- Trattoria Milano (0.5 km)
- Pizza Express (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: M1 Bus: 68, 78, 80
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Italiana (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 121, 132 Metro: M3
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