How much is the bus ticket from Lugano to Milano?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lugano to Milano start at R 163. The average price for this route is around R 228. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Lugano to Milano?

The average bus journey time from Lugano to Milano is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 61 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Lugano to Milano route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Itabus , BlaBlaCar Bus , Calanda Viaggi Reisen , RegioJet , MarinoBus , GoOpti , ALSA .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lugano to Milano?

The earliest bus departs from Lugano to Milano at 04:05. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lugano to Milano?

A bus trip from Lugano to Milano produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Lugano to Milano?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is GoOpti , with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 140 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lugano to Milano?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company GoOpti has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lugano to Milano?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is GoOpti , with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lugano to Milano?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Calanda Viaggi Reisen , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Lugano to Milano from R 143 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Lugano to Milano on 30 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:50	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	22:30	Lampugnano	Cheapest
Bus	16:20	Lugano	1h 10m	17:30	Lampugnano bus station	Fastest
Bus	20:50	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	22:30	Lampugnano	No tags
Bus	09:15	Lugano	1h 30m	10:45	Lampugnano bus station	No tags
Bus	12:00	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 10m	13:10	Lampugnano	No tags

Next departures from Lugano to Milano on 31 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:05	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	05:45	Lampugnano	Cheapest
Bus	16:20	Lugano	1h 10m	17:30	Lampugnano bus station	Fastest
Bus	04:05	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	05:45	Lampugnano	No tags
Bus	16:50	Lugano Nord	1h 25m	18:15	Molino Dorino	No tags
Bus	05:30	Lugano	1h 20m	06:50	Lampugnano bus station	No tags

Next departures from Lugano to Milano on 1 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:20	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 10m	09:30	Lampugnano	Cheapest
Bus	16:20	Lugano	1h 10m	17:30	Lampugnano bus station	Fastest
Bus	04:05	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	05:45	Lampugnano	No tags
Bus	05:30	Lugano	1h 20m	06:50	Lampugnano bus station	No tags
Bus	12:00	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 10m	13:10	Lampugnano	No tags

Next departures from Lugano to Milano on 2 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:20	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 10m	09:30	Lampugnano	Cheapest
Bus	16:20	Lugano	1h 10m	17:30	Lampugnano bus station	Fastest
Bus	20:50	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	22:30	Lampugnano	No tags
Bus	05:30	Lugano	1h 20m	06:50	Lampugnano bus station	No tags
Bus	12:00	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 10m	13:10	Lampugnano	No tags

Next departures from Lugano to Milano on 3 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:05	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	05:45	Lampugnano	Cheapest
Bus	16:20	Lugano	1h 10m	17:30	Lampugnano bus station	Fastest
Bus	11:40	Via Giacomo E Filippo Ciani	1h 20m	13:00	Lampugnano	No tags
Bus	04:05	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	05:45	Lampugnano	No tags
Bus	05:30	Lugano	1h 20m	06:50	Lampugnano bus station	No tags

Next departures from Lugano to Milano on 4 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:20	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 10m	09:30	Lampugnano	Cheapest
Bus	16:20	Lugano	1h 10m	17:30	Lampugnano bus station	Fastest
Bus	04:05	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	05:45	Lampugnano	No tags
Bus	17:50	Lugano Nord	1h 25m	19:15	Molino Dorino	No tags
Bus	05:30	Lugano	1h 20m	06:50	Lampugnano bus station	No tags

Next departures from Lugano to Milano on 5 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:50	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	22:30	Lampugnano	Cheapest
Bus	16:20	Lugano	1h 10m	17:30	Lampugnano bus station	Fastest
Bus	04:05	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	05:45	Lampugnano	No tags
Bus	18:20	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	2h 20m	20:40	Milan Via Giuseppe Impastato	No tags
Bus	05:30	Lugano	1h 20m	06:50	Lampugnano bus station	No tags

Next departures from Lugano to Milano on 6 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:05	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	05:45	Lampugnano	Cheapest
Bus	16:20	Lugano	1h 10m	17:30	Lampugnano bus station	Fastest
Bus	04:05	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	1h 40m	05:45	Lampugnano	No tags
Bus	17:50	Lugano Nord	1h 25m	19:15	Molino Dorino	No tags
Bus	05:30	Lugano	1h 20m	06:50	Lampugnano bus station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:28 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Lugano to Milano

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Milano. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just R 82, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

1hAverage duration

64 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 163 - R 2 357	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 604 - R 917	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 82 - R 281	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lugano and Milano?

Stops in Lugano

A
Arrêt D'autobus Lugano
Via Giacomo E Filippo Ciani, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland
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B
Stazione/Gare de Lugano
Stazione FFS 1, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland
C
Via Basilea
Via Basilea, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland

Stops in Milano

A
Lampugnano
Via Giulio Natta, 228, 20151 Milano, Italy
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B
Piazza I Maggio, 1
Piazza I Maggio, 1, 20099 Sesto San Giovanni MI, Italy
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C
Molino Dorino
Molino Dorino, 20151 Milano, Italy
D
Linate Airport
E
Malpensa Airport
Visit page
F
Milan San Donato Bus Station
Via Giuseppe Impastato, 27, 20138 Milano, Italy
Visit page

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 814 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Itabus

4/5963 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 312 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

Calanda Viaggi Reisen

3/54 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness5

WiFi2.5

RegioJet

4/51 063 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.8

MarinoBus

4/5902 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.3

GoOpti

4.5/5140 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.9

WiFi4

ALSA

4.5/561 028 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

IT Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lugano to Milano by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Lugano to Milano?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lugano to Milano start at R 163. The average price for this route is around R 228. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Lugano to Milano?
The average bus journey time from Lugano to Milano is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 61 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Lugano to Milano route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Calanda Viaggi Reisen, RegioJet, MarinoBus, GoOpti, ALSA.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lugano to Milano?
The earliest bus departs from Lugano to Milano at 04:05. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lugano to Milano?
A bus trip from Lugano to Milano produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Lugano to Milano?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is GoOpti, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 140 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lugano to Milano?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company GoOpti has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lugano to Milano?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is GoOpti, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lugano to Milano?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Calanda Viaggi Reisen, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

28/12

R 258

29/12

R 165

Today

R 145

31/12

R 165

The cheapest trip from Lugano to Milano was searched and found on 30 Dec 2025 with a price of R 145

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lugano to Milano as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 145 to R 1 238 for a bus ticket from Lugano to Milano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 165, which is on 2025-12-31.