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Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sankt Gallen to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sankt Gallen to Florence will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £44.
On Sat 07 Nov, we found 3 buses from Sankt Gallen to Florence, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 432 km distance in an average of 12 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Buses from Sankt Gallen to Florence run on average 3 times per day, taking around 14h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £42 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 432 km distance in 10h 15m.
Distance 432 km |
Average bus duration 14h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 15m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 42 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Sankt Gallen to Florence coaches for today, Friday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 16:30 Sankt Gallen | 15h35 | 8:05 Florence | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus | 10:30 St. Gallen, Bahnhof | 10h25 | 20:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 St. Gallen, Bahnhof | 12h30 | 23:00 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1 change | |
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Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Museum housing Michelangelo’s David alongside unfinished sculptures and Florentine paintings in a compact, focused setting.
Vast former Medici residence with lavish rooms, court art and a panoramic garden-facing setting across the Arno.
Grand civic square surrounded by historic buildings and open-air sculpture, ideal for architecture, people-watching and evening walks.
Lively square beside the cathedral, central for orienting yourself and admiring the baptistery, facade details and constant street life.
Classic terrace viewpoint with sweeping views over Florence, especially rewarding at sunset and easy to combine with uphill walks.
Thick Tuscan bread soup with tomatoes, olive oil and basil. A frugal Florentine classic that celebrates stale unsalted bread and summer produce.
Hearty soup of black kale, cannellini beans, vegetables and stale Tuscan bread. A traditional peasant dish closely linked with Florence and Tuscany.
Large T-bone steak from Chianina beef, grilled rare over coals. It is Florence’s signature meat dish and prized for its simplicity and quality.
Long-standing sandwich shop near the market, popular for schiacciata filled with Tuscan salumi and cheeses. Informal and very Florentine.
Lively traditional trattoria known for hearty Tuscan dishes such as ribollita and Florentine steak in a classic, bustling setting.
Historic market stall famed for lampredotto sandwiches. Casual, quick and deeply traditional, ideal for trying authentic Florentine street food.
Florence is pricier than many Italian cities, with central stays, museum-area dining and tourist services pushing up daily costs, though local cafés and buses remain fairly manageable.
Tipping is not obligatory. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service if no service charge applies. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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Santa Maria Novella -> Firenze Santa Maria Novella
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sankt Gallen to Florence by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sankt Gallen to Florence buses use the St. Gallen, Bahnhof to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) station pair, with some services arriving at Florence, Guidoni Tram T2. Use this guide to compare Sankt Gallen and Florence bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
St. Gallen, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Nearby cafes available
Wi-Fi is available at St. Gallen, Bahnhof. ATMs are aTM within walking distance.
Ticket office support is available at St. Gallen, Bahnhof.
Available at St. Gallen, Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Gallen, Bahnhof: Wheelchair accessible.
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze).
Available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Elevators, ramps.
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo.
Available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Elevators, ramps.
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