Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Sihlquai | Via Cassia, 49B | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sihlquai | Calenzano (Florence Bisenzio) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Airport (ZLC) | Via Cassia, 49B | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Airport (ZLC) | Calenzano (Florence Bisenzio) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Sihlquai | Terminal Bus Villa Constanza | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Zürich to Florence
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Florence. The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 807, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 647 - R 3 420 | Average duration10h 50m | 11kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 807 - R 1 151 | Average duration7h 20m | 19kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Zürich and Florence?
Stops in Zürich
- ALimmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
- C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland
Stops in Florence
- AA1 - Autostrada del Sole, 50018 Scandicci FI, Italy
- BVia Cassia, 49B, 50023 Impruneta FI, Italy
- C
Florence - Piazzale Montelungo
50129 Centro Storico FI, Italy - EVia della Costituzione, 185, 50018 Scandicci FI, Italy
- FPiazza della Stazione 45, 50123 Firenze, Italy
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Zürich to Florence by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Zürich to Florence?
The cheapest bus tickets from Zürich to Florence start at R 647. The average price for this route is around R 1 194. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Zürich to Florence?
The average bus journey time from Zürich to Florence is 10h 50m, covering a distance of 453 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Zürich to Florence route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Calanda Viaggi Reisen, Itabus, MarinoBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, L'aurora Viaggi.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Zürich to Florence?
The earliest bus departs from Zürich to Florence at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 22:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zürich to Florence?
A bus trip from Zürich to Florence produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Zürich to Florence?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is L'aurora Viaggi, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Zürich to Florence?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company MarinoBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Zürich to Florence?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is L'aurora Viaggi, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Zürich to Florence?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is L'aurora Viaggi, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Zürich to Florence was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of R 584To 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 R 584 to R 1 095 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 R 588, which is on 2025-11-30.
Usually MarinoBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
