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Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from Milan to Lucerne. Traveling by bus from Milan to Lucerne usually takes around 3 hours and 39 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 20 minutes.
Distance | 117 mi (189 km) |
Shortest duration | 3h 20m |
Cheapest price | $19.11 |
Trips per day | 5 |
Most frequent service | FlixBus |
Bus lines | 3 |
How much is a bus ticket from Milan to Lucerne?
Bus tickets for a trip from Milan to Lucerne cost $19.37 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
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What bus companies travel from Milan to Lucerne?
There are 3 bus lines from Milan to Lucerne available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 5 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:
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 5 trips from Milan to Lucerne, and usually makes the trip in about 3 hours and 40 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Book RegioJet from Milan to Lucerne from $20. Typically there is one RegioJet schedule per day from Milan to Lucerne and you can expect on average to pay for a RegioJet ticket to Lucerne. In Milan, RegioJet departs to Lucerne from Lampugnano . In Lucerne, RegioJet arrives at Landenbergstrasse 41 .
An average trip on RegioJet from Milan to Lucerne takes 3 hours and 41 minutes , while the fastest available RegioJet trip will get you to Lucerne in 3 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, RegioJet offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Lucerne.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 39 minutes to cover the 117 miles from Milan to Lucerne. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 20 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Lucerne. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Milan to Lucerne, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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 bus leave from in Milan?
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Link to image attributionMain 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 bus, but there is also outdoor seating under a wide covered area where buses board. The station is usually busy, as it welcomes many buses; FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet, Union Ivkoni, and Itabus are just a few. Though the station is located northwest of Milan's city center in the Lampugnano district, it is easy to reach other areas thanks to the metro stop right next door to the bus station.
All bus stations in Milan:
Lampugnano
Milan Via Giuseppe Impastato
Lampugnano
Where does the bus arrive in Lucerne?
Main arrival station: Landenbergstrasse 41
All buses from Milan arrive at one main station in Lucerne.
All bus stations in Lucerne:
Landenbergstrasse 41
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