- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Cheapest price on 01 Sept
£58
Average ticket price on 01 Sept
£64
Fastest journey on 01 Sept
11 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 01 Sept
12 h 38 m
Buses on 01 Sept
2
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 £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £58.
To travel from Zurich to Florence you need to make at least one change.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio 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 an average ticket price of £49 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £49, while a flight costs an average of £168.
Distance: 452 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£49 Average Price Cheapest | £111 Average Price | £168 Average Price |
10h 9m Average total duration 9h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Florence coaches for today, Monday 31 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:50 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 14h10 | 6:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
2495 | 18:25 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 9h45 | 4:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 11h05 | 19:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
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Buses from Zurich to Florence run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 452 km distance in 9h 45m.
Distance 452 km |
Average bus duration 9h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 45m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Florence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Florence trip today.
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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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.

Most Zurich to Florence buses use the Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Florence bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
Available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Elevators, ramps.
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast-food and cafe options available.
Wi-Fi is available at Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof). ATMs are aTMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof).
Available at Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof): Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
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.
Firenze, Uscita Impruneta is 5 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze, Uscita Impruneta has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Firenze, Uscita Impruneta. ATMs are available at Firenze, Uscita Impruneta.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze, Uscita Impruneta.
Available at Firenze, Uscita Impruneta: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze, Uscita Impruneta: Wheelchair accessible.
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