There are 6 ways to get from Davos to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) by bus, train, car or plane
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Recommended option
Bus, train • 6h 48m
Cheapest option
Line 183 bus, line 182 bus, bus • 7h 34m
4 alternative options
Train • 6h 49m
Bus • 8h
Drive • 2h 56m
Train, fly • 4h 40m
Davos to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) by train and bus
The journey time between Davos and Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) is around 6h 48m and covers a distance of around 234 km. This includes an average layover time of around 2h 19m. Operated by Rhätische Bahn, Glacier Express, Swiss PostAuto and others, the Davos to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) service departs from Davos Platz and arrives in Malpensa Aeroporto T1. Typically 94 services run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
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The national COVID-19 helpline number in Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) is 1500.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) is recommended.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Davos to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) is to line 183 bus and line 182 bus and bus which costs SFr 22 - SFr 30 and takes 7h 34m.
The quickest way to get from Davos to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) is to drive which costs SFr 40 - SFr 65 and takes 2h 56m.
No, there is no direct bus from Davos to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP). However, there are services departing from Davos Platz, Bahnhof and arriving at Milan via Lenzerheide/Lai, Post, Chur station and Como. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.
No, there is no direct train from Davos to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP). However, there are services departing from Davos Platz and arriving at Malpensa Aeroporto T1 via Landquart, Zuerich Hb, Lugano and Mendrisio. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.
The distance between Davos and Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) is 156 km. The road distance is 228.5 km.
The best way to get from Davos to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 48m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 120.
It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from Davos to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), including transfers.
Davos to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) bus services, operated by Swiss PostAuto, depart from Davos Platz, Bahnhof station.
Davos to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) train services, operated by Rhätische Bahn, depart from Davos Platz station.
The best way to get from Davos to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 210. Alternatively, you can line 183 bus and line 182 bus and bus, which costs SFr 22 - SFr 30 and takes 7h 34m.

- Distance: 155.6 km
- Duration: 6h 48m
What companies run services between Davos, Switzerland and Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), Italy?
You can take a train from Davos to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) via Landquart, Zuerich Hb, Lugano, and Mendrisio in around 6h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Davos to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) via Lenzerheide/Lai, Post, Chur station, and Como in around 7h 34m.

- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Zurich to Milan Malpensa
- Ave. Duration
- 55 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €95 - €550

- Website
- ethiopianairlines.com
Flights from Zurich to Milan Malpensa
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €130 - €410

The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Bellinzona to Mendrisio
- Ave. Duration
- 41 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €19 - €35
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train from Mendrisio to Malpensa Aeroporto T1
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 8m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €24 - €45
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train from Landquart to Zürich HB
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 4m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €35 - €65
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train from Zuerich Hb to Lugano
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 57m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €50 - €90
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

- Phone
- +41 81 288 65 65
- Website
- rhb.ch
Train from Davos Platz to Landquart
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 11m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €21 - €26
- Website
- Rhätische Bahn
- Schedules at
- Rhätische Bahn

- Phone
- +41 58 580 70 70
- info@sob.ch
- Website
- sob.ch
Train from Landquart to Zürich HB
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 23m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- Südostbahn
- Schedules at
- fahrplan.sbb.ch

German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Landquart to Zuerich Hb
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 6m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €25 - €35
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn

- Phone
- +49 (0) 7531 915109
- info@sbb-deutschland.de
- Website
- sbb-deutschland.de
Train from Landquart to Zürich HB
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 6m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Website
- SBB GmbH

- info@postauto.ch
- Website
- postauto.ch
Bus from Thusis, Bahnhof to Bellinzona, Stazione
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 45m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €8 - €11
- Website
- Swiss PostAuto
- Schedules at
- SBB
Bus from Davos Platz, Bahnhof to Lenzerheide/Lai, Post
- Ave. Duration
- 56 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €4 - €6
- Website
- Swiss PostAuto
- Schedules at
- SBB
Bus from Lenzerheide/Lai, Post to Chur, Postautostation
- Ave. Duration
- 39 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €1 - €2
- Website
- Swiss PostAuto
- Schedules at
- SBB

One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Chur station to Como
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 45m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €11 - €14
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Como to Milan
- Ave. Duration
- 55 min
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- €6 - €8
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions

- Phone
- +39 02 3008 9000
- info@autostradale.it
- Website
- autostradale.it
Bus from St. Moritz Station to Milano Centrale Station
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 50m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €19 - €25
- Website
- Autostradale
- Website
- Autostradale
Bus from Milan Centrale to Milan Malpensa Airport T1
- Ave. Duration
- 1h
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €7 - €10
- Website
- Autostradale
- Website
- Autostradale

- customerservices@terravision.eu
- Website
- terravision.eu
Bus from Milan Centrale Via Giovanni Battista Sammartini to Milan Malpensa Airport T1
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €8 - €10
- Website
- TerraVision IT
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The quickest flight from Zurich Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport is the direct flight which takes 55 min.
Davos to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milan station.
Davos to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Malpensa Aeroporto T1 station.
Yes, the driving distance between Davos to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) is 229 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Davos to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP).
Ethiopian Airlines and Swiss offer flights from Zurich Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport.
There are 151+ hotels available in Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP). Prices start at €87 per night.