The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Zurich Airport
Cheapest price
zł401
Average price
zł511
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 5 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
459 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Zurich Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Zurich Airport will cost around zł511 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł401.
Of the 34 trains that leave Florence Santa Maria Novella for Zurich Airport on Thu, Aug 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 459 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 5 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Regionale Veloce 4029+
Intercity 674+
EuroCity 2612:28 PM9h32Florence Santa Maria Novella10:00 PMZug stationzł4011One-way2 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 9588+
EuroCity 285:55 PM5h05Florence Santa Maria Novella11:00 PMZug stationzł4271One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 4029+
Intercity 674+
EuroCity 2612:28 PM9h59Florence Santa Maria Novella10:27 PMZurich HBzł4281One-way2 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 9544+
EuroCity 264:55 PM5h05Florence Santa Maria Novella10:00 PMZug stationzł4361One-way1 transfer
EuroCity 307:50 AM7h10Florence Santa Maria Novella3:00 PMZug stationzł4411One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+
EuroCity 242:55 PM5h05Florence Santa Maria Novella8:00 PMZug stationzł5251One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 9588+
EuroCity 285:55 PM5h05Florence Santa Maria Novella11:00 PMZug stationzł4271One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 9520+
EuroCity 1610:55 AM5h05Florence Santa Maria Novella4:00 PMZug stationzł5511One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+
EuroCity 1508:55 AM5h05Florence Santa Maria Novella2:00 PMZug stationzł5511One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 9524+
EuroCity 15211:55 AM5h05Florence Santa Maria Novella5:00 PMZug stationzł5121One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Zurich Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Zurich Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from zł230. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł230, and a flight costs an average of zł356.
Distance: 285 miles (459 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
zł441 Average price | zł891 Average price | zł305 Average price Cheapest | zł831 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 33m Average total duration 15h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Zurich Airport:
A bus is zł135 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Zurich Airport costing on average zł441.
A bus is zł586 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Zurich Airport costing on average zł891.
Other travel options to Zurich Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 21m.
Bus takes on average 15h 3m.
The journey is about 1h 15m faster (5h 21m by train vs 6h 36m by car) and roughly zł391 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (zł441 vs zł831). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Trenitalia.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Florence Santa Maria Novella to Zurich Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Zurich Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460+ EuroCity 150 | 4:32 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 9h28 | 2:00 PM Zug station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460+ EuroCity 150 | 4:32 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 9h55 | 2:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9504+ EuroCity 14 | 6:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h32 | 12:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9504+ EuroCity 14 | 6:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h05 | 12:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 30 | 7:50 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h10 | 3:00 PM Zug station | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 30 | 7:50 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h37 | 3:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 580+ EuroCity 16 | 8:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 8h06 | 4:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 580+ EuroCity 16 | 8:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h39 | 4:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ EuroCity 150 | 8:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h32 | 2:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ EuroCity 150 | 8:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h05 | 2:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9304+ EuroCity 30 | 9:10 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h17 | 3:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9304+ EuroCity 30 | 9:10 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h50 | 3:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406 · FRECCIAROSSA 9616+ EuroCity 30 | 9:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h07 | 3:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406 · FRECCIAROSSA 9616+ EuroCity 30 | 9:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h40 | 3:00 PM Zug station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Zurich Airport
Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Zurich Airport run on average 25 times per day, taking around 5h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł235 but you can travel from only zł230 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:32, the last at 16:55. The fastest train covers the 285 miles (459 km) distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 285 miles (459 km) |
Average train duration 5h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price zł235 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 5m |
First train 2:32 AM |
Last train 4:55 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Frecciarossa, Italo from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Zurich Airport trainsTrenitalia, Frecciarossa, Italo trains will get you between Florence Santa Maria Novella and Zurich Airport from zł230. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Zurich Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Zurich Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zurich Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Zurich Airport
Most Florence Santa Maria Novella to Zurich Airport trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Zürich HB station pair. Use this guide to compare Florence Santa Maria Novella and Zurich Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Firenze Santa Maria Novella from Florence city centre
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella train station facilities and services
Firenze Santa Maria Novella has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
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