How far is Zürich from Florence?

The distance separating Zürich and Florence is 281 miles (453 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Zürich to Florence?

Most of the buses traveling from Zürich to Florence leave from Sihlquai - Limmatstraße and arrive at Florence - Piazzale Montelungo. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Florence?

Once in Florence, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Tuscan Wine Tour, Palazzo Vecchio, Museo degli Innocenti, Galleria dell’Accademia and Museo Galileo - Institute and Museum of the History of Science.

Bus Zürich to Florence from $56 | Compare & Save up to 60%

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from $75

Cheap buses leaving Monday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: July 28 at 3:00pm
Departure city: Zürich
Departure location: Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Arrival time: July 29 at 12:55am
Destination city: Florence
Destination location: Florence (Villa Costanza)
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 55m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: July 28 at 10:15pm
Departure city: Zürich
Departure location: Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Arrival time: July 29 at 6:35am
Destination city: Florence
Destination location: Florence (Villa Costanza)
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 20m
Departure time: July 28 at 12:40am
Departure city: Zürich
Departure location: Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Arrival time: July 28 at 11:15am
Destination city: Florence
Destination location: Florence (Villa Costanza)
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 35m
Departure time: July 28 at 3:35am
Departure city: Zürich
Departure location: Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Arrival time: July 28 at 2:35pm
Destination city: Florence
Destination location: Florence (Villa Costanza)
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h
Departure time: July 28 at 4:05am
Departure city: Zürich
Departure location: Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Arrival time: July 28 at 3:30pm
Destination city: Florence
Destination location: Florence (Villa Costanza)
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 25m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Zürich to Florence.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$60 - $204	Average Duration10h 35m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$35 - $62	Average Duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Zürich to Florence

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Florence. The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 40mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest ticket

19kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Zürich to Florence: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$88

Average bus trip duration10h 35m

Number of daily buses10

Earliest bus departure12:40am

Distance281 miles (452 km)

Latest bus departure10:15pm

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FlixBus

3.5/59,670 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Calanda Viaggi Reisen

3/54 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness5

Wifi2.5

MarinoBus

4/5867 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/510,551 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

L'aurora Viaggi

5/52 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

IT bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Trenitalia, Rede Expressos, Sindbad, Rede Expressos

Zürich to Florence Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Zürich to Florence, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Zürich and Florence?

Stops in Zürich

A - Sihlquai - Limmatstraße

B - Zürich Airport

C - Schanzengasse, 12

D - Postsrasse

E - Schindellegistrasse, 1

Stops in Florence

A - Florence - Piazzale Montelungo

B - Terminal Bus Villa Constanza

C - Florence Airport

D - Via Cassia, 49B

E - Scandicci - Villa Costanza

F - Santa Maria Novella

Frequently asked questions for your trip Zürich - Florence

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

07/20

$93

07/21

$72

Today

$79

07/23

No data

07/24

$108

07/25

$57

07/26

$108

07/27

$94

The cheapest trip from Zürich to Florence was searched and found on Jul 25, 2025 with a price of $57

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Zürich to Florence, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $57 to $137 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Florence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $57 which is on 2025-07-25.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Zürich to Florence.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Zürich to Florence, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Zürich to Florence that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Zürich to Florence, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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Where are the popular stops in Zürich and Florence?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Zürich - Florence

How far is Zürich from Florence?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Zürich to Florence?

What are the best sights and things to do in Florence?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Will you be returning to Zürich by bus?

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