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Coach from Milan to Parma: Journey Information

There are 19 intercity coaches per day from Milan to Parma. Traveling by coach from Milan to Parma usually takes around one hour and 55 minutes, but the fastest Simet Bus S.P.A. coach can make the trip in just one hour and 20 minutes.

Distance72 mi (116 km)
Shortest duration1h 20m
Cheapest price£4.10
Trips per day19
Most frequent serviceFlixBus
Coach lines5

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What coach companies travel from Milan to Parma?

There are 5 bus lines from Milan to Parma available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 10 daily trips, FlixBus usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Autolinee Federico11h 40m£13.35
FlixBus102h 3m£7.37
Itabus71h 43m£9.77
Marino21h 48m£10.52
Simet Bus S.P.A.21h 40m£8.50
  • Autolinee Federico is an Italian bus company based in Reggio Calabria with service across the Italian peninsula to cities like Turin, Rimini, Florence, and Bari. Autolinee has the latest generation of buses, which provide spacious seats, legroom, USB charging outlets, and onboard restrooms.

  • First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 10 trips from Milan to Parma, and usually makes the trip in about 2 hours and 3 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.

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

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

  • Simet Bus S.P.A. is a bus company in the relatively small town of Rossano with service across Italy. The Simet Bus fleet of modern buses gives passengers more space and comfort than many of its rival bus companies, with complimentary onboard WiFi as standard and a second item of luggage at no extra cost.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Milan to Parma

The coach takes an average of one hour and 55 minutes to cover the 72 miles from Milan to Parma. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 20 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet.

The first coach leaves at 07:00 and the last coach leaves at 22:00. To see the times for all coaches from Milan to Parma, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 19 scheduled coaches that travel from Milan to Parma every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Milan to Parma without transferring.

City Information

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 bus station in Milan is Lampugnano, serving as the local hub for bus carriers like FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Union Ivkoni. The main airport in Milan is Malpensa Airport located about 32 miles northwest of the city center.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Milan?

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Main departure 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 bus station.

All coach stations in Milan:

  • Lampugnano

  • Milan (San Donato M3)

  • Lampugnano

  • Milan Via Giuseppe Impastato

Where does the coach arrive in Parma?

Main arrival station: Via Villa Sant'Agelo

Coaches arrive in Parma at 3 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.

Coach stations in Parma:

  • Via Villa Sant'Agelo

  • Bus Station

  • Via Villa Sant'Agelo

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