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What are the most popular routes to Italy?

Milano - ParisAverage price$74Average duration15h 50mDaily departures54
Milano - TurinAverage price$35Average duration1h 8mDaily departures94
Turin - MilanoAverage price$30Average duration1h 50mDaily departures107
Turin - LyonAverage price$101Average duration4h 1mDaily departures2
Milano - ZürichAverage price$32Average duration4h 20mDaily departures15
Rome - NaplesAverage price$14Average duration2h 45mDaily departures45
Milano - BolognaAverage price$12Average duration3h 10mDaily departures34
Milano - ChambéryAverage price$102Average duration3h 22mDaily departures1
Bologna - RomeAverage price$75Average duration2h 22mDaily departures66
Turin - BolognaAverage price$80Average duration2h 24mDaily departures37

What popular bus companies operate in Italy?

  • FlixBus
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
  • Greyhound
  • Amtrak
  • ALSA
  • BlaBlaCar

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Frequently asked questions about traveling in Italy

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much does a bus ticket cost in Italy?

    Bus travel in Italy is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was $45. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighboring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights.
    Example fares in Italy:
    Milano ↔ Paris (average: $74)
    Milano ↔ Turin (average: $35)
    Turin ↔ Lyon (average: $101)

  2. What is the best way to travel around Italy?

    While you can choose between different transports, Buses, Trains, and Ferries are usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Italy:
    - Bus: 28625 routes
    - Carpool: 8044 routes
    - Train: 3978 routes
    - Ferry: 232 routes

  3. How do I book bus and train tickets in Italy?

    Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare schedules and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play, Download on the App Store.

  4. Do I need cash, or can I pay by card in Italy?

    When buying Bus or Train tickets in Italy with Busbud we accept the following payment methods: Visa, MasterCard, China Union Pay, Diners Club Canada, Discover Click to Pay, JCB payment, Klarna (Pay over time), Google Pay
    Currency: Euro (EUR) is the main currency.

  5. How do I travel from Milano to Paris by bus?

    The bus is the most popular way to travel from Milano to Paris
    Travel time: 15h 50m
    Ticket prices: From $74
    Frequency: 54 departures daily
    Recommended operators: Satam, BlaBlaCar Bus, Flibco, Interbus Italy, Appennino Shuttle, Union Ivkoni, Cortina Express, Arriva Italia, Autolinee Federico, Grandi Navi Veloci

  6. How do I get from Italy to neighbouring countries by bus or train?

    The buses connecting with major cities in neighbouring countries are:
    Milano ↔ Paris, France
    Milano ↔ Zürich, Switzerland
    Milano ↔ Frankfurt am Main, Germany
    The trains connecting with major cities in neighbouring countries are:
    Turin ↔ Lyon, France
    Milano ↔ Chambéry, France
    Milano ↔ Lugano, Switzerland

  7. What are the most popular airports in Italy?

    You can find trains and bus routes to and from some major airports. For example: Malpensa Airport, Venice Airport, Venice Marco Polo Airport Bus Parking, Milan Bergamo-Orio al Serio Airport, Catania Airport, Linate Airport, Rome Fiumicino Airport, Pisa Airport, Naples Airport, Rome Ciampino Airport

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