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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zurich to Florence
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
10 h 30 m
Average duration
13 h 16 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
452 km
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 £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £42.
Of the 5 buses that leave Zurich for Florence every day 2 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 13 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 20 h 15 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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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 £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 15m. 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 £31, and a flight costs an average of £115.
Distance: 452 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£81 Average Price Cheapest | £122 Average Price | £270 Average Price |
10h 37m Average total duration 10h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m 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, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:50 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 14h10 | 05:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
| 2495 | 16:20 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 10h50 | 03:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2499 | 23:35 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 10h30 | 10:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 27 November | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:30 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 20h15 | 02:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zurich to Florence
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Buses from Zurich to Florence run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 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 35m.
Distance 452 km |
Average bus duration 10h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 35m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus from Zurich to FlorenceYou can travel by bus between Zurich to Florence with BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus for as low as £31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Florence
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 31, 33, 46 Train: S2, S5, S6, S7, S8, S14, S16 Tram: 4, 13, 17
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 12, 13, 17 Train: Firenze Santa Maria Novella
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 37, 72 Tram: T1
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