Cheap coach tickets from Zurich to Milan

There are several coach options that can take you from Zurich to Milan:

• Calanda Viaggi: 1 daily coach from US$73
• Eurolines Switzerland: 1 daily coach from US$20
• FlixBus: 12 daily coaches from US$12
• Itabus: 2 daily coaches from US$11
• Marino: 1 daily coach from US$16
• RegioJet: 1 daily coach from US$23

What coach companies travel from Zurich to Milan?

There are 6 coach lines from Zurich to Milan available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 12 daily trips, FlixBus usually has the most coaches running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

• Calanda Viaggi

  Calanda Viaggi is an Italian coach company that uses the line ‘where you want, when you want', which is perfect for the visitors, tourists, and locals who use their service to travel across Italy and Switzerland. Onboard, passengers enjoy air conditioning and toilets, plus complimentary WiFi and film screenings.

• Eurolines Switzerland

  Eurolines Switzerland is a reliable and affordable coach company that offers intercity connections in Switzerland. Choosing Eurolines Switzerland saves you money and helps reduce carbon emissions compared to air travel. Their coaches travel to cities like Basel, Bern, Geneva, Lugano, Lausanne, and Zurich. Once on board, passengers can enjoy a comfortable journey with amenities such as air conditioning, onboard toilets, film screenings, and extra legroom—not to mention the gorgeous Swiss scenery right outside the window.

• FlixBus

  First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity coach companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 12 trips from Zurich to Milan, and usually makes the trip in about 4 hours and 18 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as toilets, air conditioning, and power sockets.

• Itabus

  Itabus is an Italian coach company servicing the whole peninsula, including major tourist hotspots like Rome, Trieste, and Catania. The company has both single and double-decker coaches with clean, comfortable seats, complimentary WiFi, power sockets, toilets, and air conditioning. Upgrade to a premium ticket for even larger seats and extendable armchairs.

• Marino

  Marino coaches travel across Italy to cities such as Naples, Padua, and Lecce, and into neighbouring countries including France, Switzerland, and Germany. Their fleet features comfortable reclining seats, air conditioning, complimentary WiFi connectivity, a toilet, and even a minibar!

• RegioJet

  Book RegioJet from Zurich to Milan from US$23.35. Typically there is one RegioJet service per day from Zurich to Milan and you can expect on average to pay US$28.41 for a RegioJet ticket to Milan. In Zurich, RegioJet departs to Milan from Limmatstrasse 5. In Milan, RegioJet arrives at Lampugnano.

  An average trip on RegioJet from Zurich to Milan takes 4 hours and 25 minutes.

  At weekends, RegioJet offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay US$23.35 for a single ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Milan.

City Information

Zurich

Located in the heart of Europe, Switzerland’s largest city lies at the northwestern tip of the eponymous Lake Zurich. This cosmopolitan city is buzzing year-round with vibrant city life, while the relaxing and peaceful Alps are less than an hour away.

Lake Zurich provides an elegant focal point of the city, with daily cruises available to explore this vast lake. Many chic cafes and restaurants are dotted along the banks, epitomizing Zurich's urban and cosmopolitan vibe.

The Old Town, or Altstadt, is arguably one of the city's most beautiful areas, characterized by winding cobblestone streets and medieval-style architecture. Here, you'll discover some of Zurich's most iconic landmarks, such as St Peter's church with its impossibly large clock face, the largest clock in Europe.

If the weather isn't suited to wandering, there are over 50 museums within Zurich to explore. Go traditional with the Swiss National Museum, or opt for something a bit more exhilarating at the FIFA Museum.

Zurich's airport is the largest in Switzerland, and it is just 10 kilometres from the city centre. Several train carriers, including the German Deutsche Bahn network, operate routes to Zurich from across Europe. Long-distance coaches also make it easy to reach Zurich from cities like Bern, Stuttgart, Munich, and Milan.

Milan

The fashion capital of the world, Milan, is a busy city brimming with activities and lavish nightlife. In spite of its frenetic modern lifestyle, Milan is also blessed with some amazing landmarks, of which the Milan Cathedral should be given special attention. Considered the largest and most unique Gothic structure in Italy, the cathedral took about 600 years to build, and its impressive gothic details will amaze all fans of architecture. The roof of the cathedral itself is accessible, so visitors can climb up to marvel at the city’s skyline and see the cathedral’s details up close. Another spot to consider is the Santa Maria delle Grazie, which currently houses “The Last Supper,” a masterpiece by the legendary artist Leonardo da Vinci. For those who enjoy old books, the Ambrosiana Library & Picture Gallery houses a vast collection of artworks, as well as rare ancient manuscripts.

For a taste of the unique Milanese cuisine, you could consider the Gente di Mare in Darsena, which offers superb seafood. If you wish to enjoy great local pizzas, Pizzium—Via Vigevano offers great dishes.

Milano Centrale is the city’s main train station, offering access to international destinations such as Berlin, Frankfurt and Munich. The main coach station in Milan is Lampugnano, serving as the local hub for coach carriers like FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Union Ivkoni. The main airport in Milan is Malpensa Airport located about 32 miles northwest of the city centre.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Zurich?

Main departure station: Limmatstrasse 5

Zurich Central Bus Station is directly next to Zurich HB (the city's central train station), and coaches operate here to various destinations across Europe. Although there are few amenities for the station, most people rely on the train station's extensive shopping facilities, including restaurants, grocery stores, cafes, and souvenir shops. There is also a large, multi-storey car park and stops for different services, such as Flixbus and OneBus. Flixbus also has a ticket and information centre here, although they encourage passengers to buy tickets online in advance. Destinations include Paris, Nantes, Salzburg, Sofia, and Bucharest.

All coach stations in Zurich:

• Limmatstrasse 5
• Limmatstrasse 5
• Zürich HB (Carpark Sihlquai)

Where does the coach arrive in Milan?

Main arrival station: Lampugnano

The Lampugnano Bus Station is a major station in Milan. It is located on Via Giulio Natta, at the base of Monte Stella, and close to amenities such as coffee shops and restaurants. There is an indoor space to wait for your coach, but there is also outdoor seating under a wide covered area where coaches board. The station is usually busy, as it welcomes many coaches; FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet, Union Ivkoni, and Itabus are just a few. Though the station is located northwest of Milan's city centre in the Lampugnano district, it is easy to reach other areas thanks to the metro stop right next door to the coach station.

Coach stations in Milan:

• Lampugnano
• Milan Via Giuseppe Impastato
• Lampugnano
• Milan (San Donato M3)
• Milano Molino Dorino Subway