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Overview: Bus from Florence to Lausanne

distanceDistance293 miles (473 km)
durationAverage bus duration13 h 5 min
priceAverage bus ticket price$57 (€47)
changesDirect busYes
carriersBus providersFlixbus

Buses from Florence to Lausanne cover the 293 miles (473 km) long journey taking on average 13 h 5 min with our travel partners like Flixbus. There are direct bus services available. You can get the cheapest bus tickets for this journey for as low as $48 (€40), but the average price of bus tickets is $57 (€47). Travelers depart most frequently from Firenze Santa Maria Novella and arrive in Lausanne, Beau-Site (Avenue du Grey).

Bus companies: FlixBus buses from Florence to Lausanne

FlixBus buses will get you between Florence and Lausanne from $48 (€40). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best bus times and tickets for your trip.

FlixBus

Flixbus is one of Europe's biggest bus companies which was created in Germany and offers bus services around Europe and US. Flixbus offers only one ticket type called Standard for your upcoming bus trip between Florence and Lausanne.

If you’re looking for a smooth and easy bus between Florence and Lausanne, check Omio for FlixBus buses offering this journey. Whether you are looking for the fastest, earliest or cheapest bus to take for this 293 miles (473 km) route between Florence and Lausanne, Omio makes it easier than ever to find FlixBus buses at affordable prices, and you can also quickly book bus tickets online. Check the current FlixBus bus schedules for your ideal departure and arrival times, compare the best route from Florence to Lausanne as well as relevant ticket information (such as baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard), and book your FlixBus bus on Omio. If you search for buses from Florence to Lausanne in the Omio app, you can quickly see if the FlixBus tickets are mobile tickets, making it convenient for you to go paperless when traveling. With prices for FlixBus buses from Florence to Lausanne starting at $48 (€40), buy your official FlixBus tickets with Omio online quickly and easily!

FlixBus has the following ticket policies due to COVID-19, which you should be aware of when booking and traveling by bus from Florence to Lausanne:

  • Exceptions to waive change or cancellation fees policy
  • All bookings can be canceled up to 15 minutes before departure (a fee may apply).
  • Cancellations made 30 days before departure are free of charge.
  • Canceled tickets are refunded as a voucher, which is valid for 12 months, and is the value of the original booking (minus a cancellation fee, if applicable).
  • Cashless payments recommended
  • Online booking and check-in recommended
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Travel Tips: Bus to Lausanne from Florence

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FAQs

Is cross-border travel by bus between Florence, Italy and Lausanne, Switzerland allowed?

Travel between Florence, Italy and Lausanne, Switzerland by bus is: Partially open.

Can I enter Switzerland from Italy?

International entry status: Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Italy

Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Switzerland from Florence?

Conditions of entry:

  • Travellers must present a negative COVID-19 test as either a RT-PCR performed within 72 hours prior to arrival, or an Antigen test performed within 24 hours prior to arrival
  • COVID-19 test required after arrival, between day 4 and day 7
  • Health declaration required
  • Digital entry registration is required prior to arrival

What are the safety rules to follow in Lausanne, Switzerland?

All travelers in Switzerland must observe these coronavirus safety measures:

  • Physical distance: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
  • Face mask: Mandatory

The information above was last checked on 1/20/22. Remember to review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   for your bus from Florence to Lausanne as this information can change.

Are there restrictions on returning to Italy from Switzerland by bus?

Return travel from Switzerland to Italy is: Partially open.

Are there any international entry restrictions on returning to Florence from Lausanne?

Entry into Italy is allowed for: Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Switzerland

Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Italy from Lausanne?

Requirements for reentering:

  • Travellers must present a negative COVID-19 test as either a RT-PCR performed within 48 hours prior to arrival, or an Antigen test performed within 24 hours prior to arrival
  • 5-day mandatory self-quarantine and COVID-19 test at the end of the isolation period
  • Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from compulsory quarantine
  • Travellers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months are exempt from compulsory quarantine (certificate needed)
  • Passenger Locator Form (PLF) required

What are the safety rules to follow in Florence, Italy?

The government of Italy has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

  • Physical distance requirement: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
  • Face mask requirement: Mandatory

Last checked on 1/25/22. Please check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   closer to the travel date of your bus to Florence from Lausanne.

What is the price of the cheapest bus from Florence to Lausanne?

Looking to save money on your trip? Omio customers have found the cheapest bus to Lausanne from Florence for the next 7 days starting from $48 (€40)  one way.

What is the cost of a bus from Florence to Lausanne?

The Florence to Lausanne bus ticket price is on average $57 (€47)  if you are looking to purchase your tickets for this trip in the next week.

How far is Lausanne from Florence by bus?

When traveling this route you should expect the distance from Florence to Lausanne by bus to be approximately 293 miles (473 km).

What is the Florence to Lausanne bus travel time?

On average the Florence to Lausanne bus travel time is 13 h 5 min  for the 293 miles (473 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

What bus station in Florence goes to Lausanne? What bus station do I come into Lausanne from Florence?

When taking the bus from Florence to Lausanne, you can choose to depart from bus stations like Florence, Villa Costanza Tram T1, Florence, Viale Filippo Strozzi and Florence, Santa Caterina D'Alessandria. Your route can end in bus stations such as Lausanne, Beau-Site (Avenue du Grey), Lausanne and Lausanne, Gare.

Omio customers who travel this route most frequently depart from Firenze Santa Maria Novella   and arrive in Lausanne, Beau-Site (Avenue du Grey).

Where is the departure bus station in Florence located? Where is the arrival bus station in Lausanne located?

The most popular departure bus station with passengers for this trip, called Firenze Santa Maria Novella, is located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) from the city center of Florence.

The most popular arrival bus station, Lausanne, Beau-Site (Avenue du Grey), is located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city center of Lausanne.

Which bus providers should I travel with from Florence to Lausanne?

If you're looking for buses from Florence to Lausanne, you can rely on Flixbus to get you to Lausanne. It's also good to check out all possible bus providers for the Florence to Lausanne route to see if there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

When can I take the first bus from Florence to Lausanne? When can I take the last bus for the day?

The first Florence to Lausanne bus departs at 10: 40 PM   and the last bus from Florence to Lausanne leaves at 10: 40 PM. Check out the most up-to-date bus schedule from Florence to Lausanne on Omio and find the best time to travel to your destination.

How early should I book Florence to Lausanne bus tickets to get the best deals?

If you purchase a bus ticket from Florence to Lausanne within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average $57 (€47) one way. However, we recommend booking your bus in advance to get access to the best prices. Bus tickets between Florence and Lausanne are generally on sale a few months before the planned departure date.