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Milan to Novara Bus Schedule
Bus from Milan to Novara: Journey Information
There are 86 intercity buses per day from Milan to Novara. Traveling by bus from Milan to Novara usually takes around one hour and 41 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 29 minutes.
| Distance | 27 mi (44 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 29m |
| Cheapest price | $5.75 |
| Trips per day | 86 |
| Most frequent service | GoOpti |
| Bus lines | 5 |
What bus companies travel from Milan to Novara?
There are 5 bus lines from Milan to Novara available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 69 daily trips, GoOpti usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autolinee Federico | 1 | 0h 30m | $27.15 |
| Autostradale | 10 | 0h 36m | $7.27 |
| FlixBus | 11 | 0h 53m | $9.58 |
| GoOpti | 69 | 2h 1m | $185.98 |
| Marino | 1 | 1h 11m | $11.55 |
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.
Autostradale has been a bus company in Milan since 1924, with an extensive network of bus routes connecting more than 200 destinations across Italy, including Turin and Ferno. Passengers traveling with Autostradale can enjoy a comfortable journey, with seats providing extra legroom compared to regular buses, as well as power outlets, free WiFi, and onboard satellite television for movie screenings.
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 11 trips from Milan to Novara, and usually makes the trip in about 0 hours and 53 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
GoOpti is a bus company based in Ljubljana, Slovenia, that specializes in airport transfers to and from cities with limited or no public transportation. It has expanded its services to several countries in central Europe, including Croatia, Italy, Germany, Hungary, and Austria, providing convenient airport transportation options for passengers in these regions.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Milan to Novara
The bus takes an average of one hour and 41 minutes to cover the 27 miles from Milan to Novara. However, the fastest bus only takes 29 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. 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.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Novara at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Milan to Novara, 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?
Main departure station: Centrale Piazza Duca D'Aosta
Buses to Novara leave from 7 stations in Milan.
All bus stations in Milan:
Centrale Piazza Duca D'Aosta
Rho-Feira
Lampugnano
Lampugnano
Milano Ingresso A4 Certosa
Milan (San Donato M3)
Milan Via Giuseppe Impastato
Where does the bus arrive in Novara?
Main arrival station: Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi 5
Buses arrive in Novara at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Novara:
Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi 5
Novara Centro - Casello A4
Largo Pastore Bus Stop
A4
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