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Five ways to Travel from Zurich to Florence

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Cheapest
By car (583 km)
5 h 54 min
583 km.
from $32
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Rideshare
5 h 54 min
583 km.
from $7.60
Train
6 h 3 min
450 km.
from $224.02
Bus, Plane
4 h 20 min
450 km.
from $178.40

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Zurich Bus Station to Florence
Ave. Duration:
8h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.71–$76.34

Calanda Viaggi

Phone:
0041 (0)81 284 62 32
Email:
Website:
calandaviaggi.com/
Bus from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai to Florence
Ave. Duration:
10h 20m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$55.98–$76.34

L'Aurora Viaggi

Phone:
+39 0963 313116
Email:
Website:
viaggiaurora.it/
Bus from Zurich Bus Station to Florence
Ave. Duration:
9h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a week

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Zurich Airport to Florence
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.12–$610.68

Swiss

Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Zurich Airport to Florence
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.84–$699.74
Plane from Zurich Airport to Bologna
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.84–$508.90

Train operators

Trenitalia

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Bologna Centrale to Firenze
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.63–$21.63

Trenitalia Frecce

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/en/frecce.html
Train from Milan Centrale to Firenze
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.26–$95.42
Train from Bologna Centrale to Firenze
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.72–$54.71

ItaloTreno

Phone:
+39 06 8937 1892
Website:
italotreno.it/it
Train from Milan Centrale to Firenze
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$58.52–$76.34
Train from Bologna Centrale to Firenze
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$34.35–$43.26

Trenitalia Intercity

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Milan Centrale to Firenze
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$22.90–$31.81
Train from Bologna Centrale to Firenze
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$8.91–$12.72

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Zürich HB to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.97–$139.95
Train from Lugano to Milano
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.72–$49.62

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich to Florence?

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Florence is to bus via Stazione Orti Oricellari which costs $47.83 - $65.22 and takes 10h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich to Florence?

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Florence is to fly which takes 3h 48m and costs $86.96 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Florence?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Zurich Bus Station station and arriving at Florence. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Florence?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Florence. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Firenze S.M.N. via Lugano and Milan Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Zurich to Florence?

The distance between Zurich and Florence is 557 km. The road distance is 582.8 km.

How do I travel from Zurich to Florence without a car?

The best way to get from Zurich to Florence without a car is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs $103.26 - $239.13 .

How long does it take to get from Zurich to Florence?

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Zurich to Florence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Florence bus from?

Zurich to Florence bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zurich Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Florence train from?

Zurich to Florence train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train, bus or fly from Zurich to Florence?

The best way to get from Zurich to Florence is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs $103.26 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $46.74 - $65.22 and takes 8h 20m, you could also fly, which costs $86.96 - $271.74 and takes 3h 48m.

Where does the Zurich to Florence bus arrive?

Zurich to Florence bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Florence station.

Where does the Zurich to Florence train arrive?

Zurich to Florence train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Lugano station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Florence?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Florence is 583 km. It takes approximately 5h 51m to drive from Zurich to Florence.

How do I get a train ticket from Zurich to Florence?

Book your Zurich to Florence train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Zurich to Florence?

Book your Zurich to Florence bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Florence?

There are 7079+ hotels available in Florence. Prices start at $61.05 per night.
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