How to get from Milan to Luzern
- 188 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: train, 5h 14m
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
5h 14m
2 transfers
Train
€90
Cheapest
5h 57m
1 transfer
Bus + Train
€35
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 10 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Milan to Luzern. The most useful door-to-door route takes 5h 57m by bus, train, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 188 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 €33, on Sat, Oct 3.
188 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €35Omio catalogue, Oct 10 | 5h 14m2 transfers | See Train details |
| Bus | €35Reading date not recorded | 5h 57m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Train€35Omio catalogue, Oct 105h 14m · 2 transfersSee Train details
- Bus€35Reading date not recorded5h 57m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Milan to Luzern: 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.
- 1Milan → Zurich Airportbus
FlixBus·3h 35m - 2Zurich → Luzerntrain
SBB·50m
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.
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.
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Oct 10
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus, SBB; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Milan to Luzern works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Milan to Zurich Airport, about 3h 35m. Transfer in Zurich and continue by SBB train on to Luzern (50 min). In total it's roughly €35 over 5h 57m, 1 transfer.
Milan to Luzern: common questions
How long does it take to get from Milan to Luzern?
The most useful route takes about 5h 57m by bus, train, 1 transfer.
Is there a bus from Milan to Luzern?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
Is there a train from Milan to Luzern?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Luzern from Milan?
About 188 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Milan to Luzern cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €35. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Milan to Luzern?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, SBB.
Can you get from Milan to Luzern without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 2h 32m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Milan to Luzern?
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.
Where to next
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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.
Route calculated: 10 Oct 2026