Milan city center (Stazione Centrale) is about 45 km southwest of Bergamo Airport. Direct shuttle buses are the most popular option.

About Milan City Center

Milan city center is Italy\'s most forward-looking metropolis, a powerhouse of fashion, design, finance, and gastronomy that rewards visitors who look beyond its businesslike reputation. The Duomo di Milano — the world\'s largest Gothic cathedral, with its forest of spires and 3,400 statues — is the city\'s emotional and geographical center. The rooftop terraces offer a unique walk among the marble pinnacles with Alpine views on clear days.

The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, connecting the Duomo to La Scala opera house, is one of the world\'s oldest and most elegant shopping arcades — a cathedral to consumerism with mosaic floors and a glass-vaulted ceiling. The Quadrilatero della Moda (Fashion District) around Via Montenapoleone houses the flagship stores of every major Italian and international fashion house.

Beyond fashion, Milan offers Leonardo da Vinci\'s The Last Supper at Santa Maria delle Grazie (advance booking essential), the Brera art district with its world-class Pinacoteca, and the Navigli canal district where aperitivo culture thrives along the waterside. Milan has emerged as Italy\'s best dining city, with everything from traditional risotto alla Milanese and cotoletta to Michelin-starred innovation and a thriving street food scene.

Nearby Landmarks

Duomo di Milano Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II La Scala The Last Supper Navigli

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost $110-140
Time 50-70 min

Follow "Taxi" signs at arrivals. Queue at official taxi stand. Metered fares, no need to negotiate.

Rideshare (Grab/Uber)

Cost $90-120
Time 50-70 min

Outside arrivals hall

Step-by-Step Directions

Exit the arrivals hall and follow signs to the bus stops. Purchase tickets at the desk inside arrivals or online. Buses depart to Milan Stazione Centrale approximately every 20-30 minutes.

Terravision / Orio Shuttle

Cost $7-10
Time 50-70 min
Frequency Every 20-30 minutes

Outside arrivals, follow bus signs

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi $110-140 50-70 min Convenience, groups, heavy luggage
Rideshare $90-120 50-70 min Budget-conscious, app users
Bus/Shuttle $7-10 50-70 min Cheapest option

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

Terravision and Orio Shuttle buses run until approximately midnight from Bergamo Airport. After that, a taxi to Milan city center costs EUR 100-130 (negotiate in advance). There is no rail connection between Bergamo Airport and Milan. Some travelers overnight near the airport and take the first morning bus (around 4:30 AM for early flights).

Luggage Tips

Shuttle buses have large luggage compartments underneath — no problems with standard suitcases. Milan Centrale station has left-luggage facilities (EUR 6-8 per bag for 5 hours). From Centrale, take Metro Line M1 (red) or M3 (yellow) to the Duomo. The metro can be crowded with luggage during rush hour.

Accessibility

Bergamo Airport is wheelchair accessible. Shuttle buses have limited wheelchair accommodation — contact the operator in advance. Milan Centrale station has elevators and is accessible, though it's a large, busy station. Milan's metro is mostly accessible with elevators at major stations (Duomo, Centrale, Cadorna). The Duomo has wheelchair access via a side entrance.