How to get to Siena from Zurich

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Compare coach, train and flight for Zurich to Siena

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Siena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £58 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 43m. 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 £58, while a train costs an average of £128.

Distance: 500 km

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£58

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£128

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£172

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12h 49m

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12h 19m

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7h 13m

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The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Siena is a coach with an average price of £58.

This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Siena:

A coach is £70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Siena costing on average £128.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Siena is by train with an average journey time of 7h 43m.

Other travel options to Siena take longer:

Coach takes on average 12h 49m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Zurich and Siena including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £58 compared to roughly £172 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £114. The journey takes 12h 19m versus 7h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Zurich to Siena

How to get to Siena from Zurich by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Zurich to Siena is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    7:4512h30
    Zurich
    20:15Siena
    £251One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    7:4512h30
    Zurich
    20:15Siena
    £251One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Itabus
    16:2011h50
    Zurich
    4:10Siena
    £431One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • FlixBus
    6:4513h35
    Zurich
    20:20Siena
    £321One-way
    0 changes
  • Itabus
    15:2011h50
    Zurich
    3:10Siena
    £671One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Zurich to Siena

Travel to Siena easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Zurich to Siena.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Zurich and Siena including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Siena is a coach with an average price of £58.

This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Siena:

A coach is £70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Siena costing on average £128.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Siena is by train with an average journey time of 7h 43m.

Other travel options to Siena take longer:

Coach takes on average 12h 49m.

The Zurich to Siena distance is approximately 500 km.
The average frequency per day from Zurich to Siena is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 3 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zurich and Siena as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Zurich to Siena:
  • Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in Siena station.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) and arrive in Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zurich to Siena, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Itabus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus to go to Siena by coach.
  • Travel with Trenitalia, Intercity to go to Siena by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Zurich to Siena:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with Itabus.
Omio customers who travel from Zurich to Siena often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Rome, Pisa, Milan, Scandicci. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Siena and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Zurich to Siena, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
In Siena, you can climb the Torre del Mangia for panoramic views, visit the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo for religious art, and explore the Fortezza Medicea for relaxation and beautiful vistas. Enjoy Italian wines at Enoteca Italiana or take a cooking class to learn traditional Tuscan recipes. Don't miss Piazza del Campo, known for the Palio horse race, the impressive Siena Cathedral, and the historic Palazzo Pubblico. Visit the Basilica of San Domenico for insights into Saint Catherine of Siena and the Santa Maria della Scala museum complex for art and history exhibitions.
To fully appreciate Siena's rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant culture, spending 2-3 days is ideal. This allows time to explore the Piazza del Campo, visit the Duomo di Siena, and enjoy local cuisine.

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