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

The cheapest way to get from Florence to Zurich is to bus and train which costs SFr 80 - SFr 140 and takes 9h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Florence to Zurich is to fly which takes 4h 6m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 260.

Is there a direct bus between Florence and Zurich?

No, there is no direct bus from Florence station to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station and arriving at ZÜRICH, Carparkplatz am Sihlquai via Milano - Famagosta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Florence and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Firenze S.M.N. and arriving at Zuerich Hb. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 37m.

How far is it from Florence to Zurich?

The distance between Florence and Zurich is 553 km. The road distance is 576.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Florence to Zurich without a car is to train via Milan which takes 5h 42m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Florence to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Florence to Zurich bus from?

Florence to Zurich bus services, operated by Onebus, depart from Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Florence to Zurich train from?

Florence to Zurich train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Firenze S.M.N. station.

Train, bus or fly from Florence to Zurich?

The best way to get from Florence to Zurich is to train via Milan which takes 5h 42m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 110 - SFr 170 and takes 7h 14m, you could also fly, which costs SFr 90 - SFr 260 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Florence to Zurich bus arrive?

Florence to Zurich bus services, operated by Onebus, arrive at Milano - Famagosta station.

Where does the Florence to Zurich train arrive?

Florence to Zurich train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Florence to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Florence to Zurich is 576 km. It takes approximately 5h 58m to drive from Florence to Zurich.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Zurich?

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There are 7 ways to get from Florence to Zurich by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train via Milan
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1. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
5h 42m
CHF 80–167
Bus
1. Take the bus from Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station to Milano - Famagostabus
2. Take the bus from Milano - Famagosta to ZÜRICH, Carparkplatz am Sihlquaibus
7h 14m
CHF 112–162
Drive 576.1 km
1. Drive from Florence to Zurichcar 576.1 km
5h 58m
CHF 97–140
Fly from Florence Peretola Airport
1. Fly from Florence Peretola Airport (FLR) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane FLR - ZRH
4h 6m
CHF 95–258
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
7h 37m
CHF 100–160
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station to Comobus 518
2. Take the train from Como S. Giovanni to Zürich HBtrain Ec
9h 25m
CHF 84–133
Train to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Bologna Centraletrain
2. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane BLQ - ZRH
4h 37m
CHF 92–350

Florence to Zurich by train

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Distance: 553.4 km
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Florence, Italy and Zurich, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Firenze S.M.N. to Zuerich Hb via Milano Centrale in around 5h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Batoni to ZÜRICH, Carparkplatz am Sihlquai via Villa Costanza, Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station, and Milano - Famagosta in around 7h 14m.

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