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Today1 Jul
from US$13
Tomorrow2 Jul
from US$11
Thu3 Jul
from US$11
Fri4 Jul
from US$15
Sat5 Jul
from US$15
Sun6 Jul
from US$15
Mon7 Jul
from US$15
Tue8 Jul
from US$13

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 2 July at
    Departure city: Milan
    Departure location: Lampugnano
    Arrival time: 2 July at
    Destination city: Lugano
    Destination location: Arrêt D'autobus Lugano
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 July at
    Departure city: Milan
    Departure location: Milan (Malpensa Aeroporto Terminal 1)
    Arrival time: 2 July at
    Destination city: Lugano
    Destination location: Lugano
    Operated by: Flixbus Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 July at
    Departure city: Milan
    Departure location: Aeroporto Malpensa T2
    Arrival time: 2 July at
    Destination city: Lugano
    Destination location: Lugano
    Operated by: Flixbus Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 July at
    Departure city: Milan
    Departure location: Lampugnano bus station
    Arrival time: 2 July at
    Destination city: Lugano
    Destination location: Lugano
    Operated by: Flixbus Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 July at
    Departure city: Milan
    Departure location: Lampugnano bus station
    Arrival time: 2 July at
    Destination city: Lugano
    Destination location: Lugano
    Operated by: Flixbus Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Milan to Lugano

Bus
Average priceUS$11 - US$140Average duration1h 30m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$35 - US$52Average duration1h 18m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$5 - US$18Average duration1h 10m
3kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Milan to Lugano

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lugano. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day
1h 10mAverage duration
US$5Cheapest ticket
3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Milan to Lugano: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$15
Average bus trip duration1h 30m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure03:30
Distance36 miles
Latest bus departure23:10

Milan to Lugano Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Milan to Lugano. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

Bus service from Milan to Lugano will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Lugano from Milan, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Milan - Lugano

  1. How far is Lugano from Milan by coach?

    The distance between Milan and Lugano by coach is approximately 40 miles (64 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Lugano from Milan without a car?

    The best way to go from Milan to Lugano without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
29/06
US$13
30/06
US$12
Today
US$11
02/07
US$10
03/07
US$10
04/07
US$11
05/07
US$11
06/07
US$12
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Milan to Lugano was searched and found on 2 Jul 2025 with a price of US$10

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

You can expect to pay from US$10 to US$73 for a bus ticket from Milan to Lugano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$10, which is on 2025-07-02.

Usually MARN will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Milan and Lugano!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Milan to Lugano, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Milan to Lugano.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Milan to Lugano while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Will you be returning to Milan by bus?

Bus from Milan to Lugano

You can also go to Lugano by train

Train from Milan to Lugano

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