How to get from Madrid to Milan
- 1188 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: train, 17h 45m
- 1 bus departures a day with FlixBus
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
23h 05m
direct
Bus
€89
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 9 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Madrid to Milan. The most useful door-to-door route takes 23h 05m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 1188 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €86, on Fri, Sep 25.
1188 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €16Checked Oct 8 | 2h 15mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €114Reading date not recorded | 17h 45m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €59Omio catalogue, Oct 10 | 23h 05mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€16Checked Oct 82h 15m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€114Reading date not recorded17h 45m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€59Omio catalogue, Oct 1023h 05m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Madrid to Milan: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Madrid Barajas → Milanbus
FlixBus·23h 05m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Madrid to Milan
FlixBus runs 1 scheduled departures a day, the first at 19:05 and the last at 19:05.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 1 | 19:05 | 19:05 |
All departures
- 19:05
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 23h 05m€59Book
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Oct 10
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusMadrid Barajas-MilanBook →
Wizz Air MaltaMadrid–Barajas-Milan MalpensaSee live options and dates →
RenfeMadrid-MarseilleBook →
BlaBlaCar BusMarseille-MilanBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, Wizz Air Malta, Renfe, BlaBlaCar Bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Madrid to Milan works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Madrid Barajas to Milan, about 23h 5m. In total it's roughly €89 over 23h 5m, direct, no transfers.
Madrid to Milan: common questions
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Milan?
The most useful route takes about 23h 05m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Madrid to Milan?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 19:05 and the last at 19:05, from Madrid Barajas, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Madrid to Milan?
1 a day with FlixBus, between 19:05 and 19:05.
Which station does the bus from Madrid to Milan leave from?
Madrid Barajas with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Milan from Madrid?
About 1188 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Madrid to Milan cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €89. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Madrid to Milan?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, Wizz Air Malta, Renfe, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Can you get from Madrid to Milan without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 23h 05m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Milan?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 9 Oct 2026