What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich to Milan?

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Milan is to rideshare which costs €17 and takes 3h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich to Milan?

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Milan is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Milan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Zurich Ausstellungsstrasse and arriving at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. Services depart six times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Milan?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Milan. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Milano Porta Garibaldi via Como S.Giovanni. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Zurich to Milan?

The distance between Zurich and Milan is 254 km. The road distance is 280 km.

How do I travel from Zurich to Milan without a car?

The best way to get from Zurich to Milan without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs €95 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Zurich to Milan?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Zurich to Milan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Milan bus from?

Zurich to Milan bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Zurich Ausstellungsstrasse station.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Milan train from?

Zurich to Milan train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train or bus from Zurich to Milan?

The best way to get from Zurich to Milan is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs €95 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus via via omodeo via cechov, which costs €21 - €35 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Zurich to Milan bus arrive?

Zurich to Milan bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Where does the Zurich to Milan train arrive?

Zurich to Milan train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Como S. Giovanni station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Milan?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Milan is 280 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Zurich to Milan.

How do I get a train ticket from Zurich to Milan?

Book your Zurich to Milan train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Zurich to Milan?

Book your Zurich to Milan bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Milan?

There are 14311+ hotels available in Milan.

Can I share a ride from Zurich to Milan?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Zurich and Milan. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Zurich to Milan - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Zurich to Milan by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Como S. Giovannitrain Ec
2. Take the train from Como S.Giovanni to Milano Porta Garibalditrain S11
3h 55m
€96–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Ausstellungsstrasse to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus Itabus
5h 10m
€10–40
Bus via via omodeo via cechov
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Milanbus FlixBus N177 / ...
4h 6m
€21–35
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Zurich to Milanrideshare 278.9 km
3h 41m
€17
Fly, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane ZRH - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Milano Porta Garibalditrain
3h 14m
€76–204
Bus via Como
1. Take the bus from Zürich to Como Grandatebus
6h 1m
€26–35
Drive 280 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Milancar 280 km
3h 8m
€48–69

Zurich to Milan by train

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Distance: 253.7 km
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Zurich, Switzerland and Milan, Italy?

You can take a train from Zürich HB to Milano Porta Garibaldi via Como S.Giovanni in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Zurich Bus Station to Milan every 3 hours. Tickets cost €20–35 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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