The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Zurich Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$181
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$181
Fastest journey on Sep 20
5 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
5 h 5 m
Trains on Sep 20
1
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 $181 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $181.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Zurich Airport, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 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 Sun, Sep 20 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.
2:55 PM5h05Florence Santa Maria Novella8:00 PMZurich Airport$1811One-way0 transfers
2:55 PM5h05Florence Santa Maria Novella8:00 PMZurich Airport$1811One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Zurich Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight 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 an average ticket price of $98 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $98, while a flight costs an average of $591.
Distance: 285 miles (459 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$162 Average price | $591 Average price | $98 Average price Cheapest | $223 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 23m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 40m Average total duration 13h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Zurich Airport:
A bus is $64 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Zurich Airport costing on average $162.
A bus is $493 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Zurich Airport costing on average $591.
Other travel options to Zurich Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 53m.
Bus takes on average 13h 10m.
The journey is about 43m faster (5h 53m by train vs 6h 36m by car) and roughly $61 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($162 vs $223). 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 today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h05 | 10:00 PM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $98 but you can travel from only $74 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:32, the last at 13:10. The fastest train covers the 285 miles (459 km) distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 285 miles (459 km) |
Average train duration 5h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $98 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 45m |
First train 2:32 AM |
Last train 1:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Intercity, Regionale from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Zurich Airport trainsTrenitalia, Intercity, Regionale trains will get you between Florence Santa Maria Novella and Zurich Airport from $74. 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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