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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zurich to Florence
Showing times and prices for 28 Feb
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
10 h 35 m
Average duration
11 h 35 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
452 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zurich to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Florence will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £36.
Fast coaches
Of the 4 buses that leave Zurich for Florence every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 452 km distance in an average of 11 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h 10 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.
249517:2010h50
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)04:10Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
£361One-way
0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus08:4510h45
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)19:30Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
£411One-way
1 change
254 · 05514:4010h35
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)01:15Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
£641One-way
1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus15:5014h10
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)06:00Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
£651One-way
1 change
254 · 05514:4010h35
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)01:15Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
£641One-way
1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus08:4510h45
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)19:30Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
£411One-way
1 change
249517:2010h50
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)04:10Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
£361One-way
0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus15:5014h10
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)06:00Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
£651One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich to Florence
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a flight costs an average of £96.
Distance: 452 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£39 Average Price Cheapest | £119 Average Price | £203 Average Price |
10h 45m Average total duration 10h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zurich to Florence bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Florence coaches for today, Friday 27 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 15:50
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2495 | 16:20 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 10h50 | 03:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 28 February | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:45 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 10h45 | 18:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
| 254 · 055 | 13:40 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 10h35 | 00:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:50 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 14h10 | 05:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Zurich to Florence coaches with Omio?
Itabus as well as Marino Autolinee or FlixBus offer coaches services from Zurich to Florence.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Zurich to Florence.
Why book with Omio vs Itabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Itabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Marino Autolinee or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Zurich to Florence.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Itabus with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Zurich to Florence.
Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Marino Autolinee or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Zurich to Florence.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Zurich to Florence.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zurich to Florence
Switzerland
Italy
Buses from Zurich to Florence run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 452 km distance in 10h 30m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 452 km |
Average bus duration 10h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 30m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Itabus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus from Zurich to FlorenceYou can travel by bus between Zurich to Florence with Itabus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Itabus
About
Itabus is a leading bus company in Italy, providing reliable and comfortable transportation services to its customers. Itabus operates a fleet of modern buses, ranging from luxury coaches to standard buses, all equipped with air conditioning, comfortable seating, and onboard entertainment.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 30m
Cheapest Price
£26
Itabus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
5€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Dedicated seating areas; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
Marino Autolinee
About
MarinoBus is an Italian bus company with more than 200 destinations and 6,000 connections across Italy and Europe. Originally focused on Basilicata and Apulia, its network has expanded to cover the rest of Italy as well as Switzerland, France, Germany, and Luxembourg. All MarinoBus coaches are equipped with spacious reclining seats, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, WiFi, minibars, and color TVs. For your next trip, you can book the standard ticket, which includes one piece of hand luggage and up to two checked bags per passenger
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 35m
Cheapest Price
£64
Marino Autolinee frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
14h 10m
Cheapest Price
£52
FlixBus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Zurich to Florence coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Zurich to Florence can start from as little as £26 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Zurich to Florence is £39; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Zurich to Florence is 10h 30m to travel the 452 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Zurich to Florence leaves at 0:02. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Zurich to Florence leaves at 23:50.
There are 3 coaches a day from Zurich to Florence which require at least one change with Itabus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Zurich to Florence, you can count on Itabus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Florence. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Zurich and Florence and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Zurich , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof), Winterthur, Lagerhausstrasse / Archstrasse, Uster, Sportanlage, Dübendorf, Sportanlage Dürrbach, Wetzikon, ZH, Bahnhof, Hinwil, Bahnhof, Rüti, Sportplatz . When arriving in Florence , you can end your route in coach stations like Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence), Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo, Firenze, Uscita Impruneta, Calenzano, Casello A1, Florence, Guidoni Tram T2, Firenze, Autostazione Sita (Via Santa Caterina da Siena), Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), which is located around 1 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence), located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Florence from Zurich is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 10h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Zurich to Florence is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Zurich and Florence including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Zurich to Florence:
- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Zurich to Florence for coach company Itabus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Itabus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Zurich to Florence depends on the coach companies:
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Zurich to Florence.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Zurich to Florence:
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Zurich to Florence:
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Zurich to Florence. The following conditions apply:
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Zurich to Florence with the following coach company: Itabus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Zurich to Florence with the following coach company: Itabus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Zurich to Florence with the following coach company: Itabus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Florence
Zurich
Florence
The major coach station for departures in Zurich is Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) for your trip from Zurich to Florence.
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:30-23:00
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
SihlquaiWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
- Bus: 31, 33, 46 Train: S2, S5, S6, S7, S8, S14, S16 Tram: 4, 13, 17
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
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The major coach station for arrivals in Florence is Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) for your trip to Florence from Zurich.
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze)
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
Via di ScandicciWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze)
- Bus: 37, 72 Tram: T1
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
Via ValfondaWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
- Available near the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo
- Bus: 12, 13, 17 Train: Firenze Santa Maria Novella
Firenze, Uscita Impruneta
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