Cheapest price
$178
Average price
$215
Fastest journey
5 h 31 m
Average duration
5 h 31 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
452 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Florence will cost around $215 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $178.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Florence without transferring at least once.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, and a flight costs an average of €159.
Distance: 280 miles (452 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€128 Average price | €249 Average price | €87 Average price Cheapest |
6h 37m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 38m Average total duration 10h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() ![]() | On time 7:33 AM Zurich HB | 7h54 | 3:27 PM Florence Rifredi | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 7:33 AM Zurich HB | 7h02 | 2:35 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 7:33 AM Zurich HB | 5h31 | 1:04 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 7:33 AM Zurich HB | 6h02 | 1:35 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 7:33 AM Zurich HB | 10h02 | 5:35 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 8:33 AM Zurich HB | 6h02 | 2:35 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 8:33 AM Zurich HB | 5h31 | 2:04 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 8:33 AM Zurich HB | 10h02 | 6:35 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 8:33 AM Zurich HB | 9h02 | 5:35 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() ![]() | On time 8:33 AM Zurich HB | 9h32 | 6:05 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
![]() ![]() | On time 9:33 AM Zurich HB | 5h31 | 3:04 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 9:33 AM Zurich HB | 9h02 | 6:35 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 9:33 AM Zurich HB | 6h02 | 3:35 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 9:33 AM Zurich HB | 8h02 | 5:35 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 10:33 AM Zurich HB | 9h02 | 7:35 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 10:33 AM Zurich HB | 7h02 | 5:35 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 10:33 AM Zurich HB | 8h02 | 6:35 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 10:33 AM Zurich HB | 5h31 | 4:04 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 5h31 | 5:04 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 6h02 | 5:35 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 7h49 | 7:22 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 8h02 | 7:35 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 7h02 | 6:35 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | 1:33 PM Zurich HB | 5h31 | 7:04 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | 1:33 PM Zurich HB | 7h02 | 8:35 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | 1:33 PM Zurich HB | 6h02 | 7:35 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Thursday, July 17 | |||||
![]() ![]() | 4:33 AM Zurich HB | 6h06 | 10:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
![]() ![]() | 5:33 AM Zurich HB | 5h31 | 11:04 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | 5:33 AM Zurich HB | 6h02 | 11:35 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | 5:33 AM Zurich HB | 8h02 | 1:35 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | 5:33 AM Zurich HB | 7h02 | 12:35 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() ![]() | 5:33 AM Zurich HB | 9h21 | 2:54 PM Florence Rifredi | 2 transfers | |
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Distance 280 miles (452 km) |
Average train duration 6h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $131 (€106) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 5h 31m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 19:05 |
Trenitalia, Intercity and SBB trains will get you to Florence from Zurich from $112 (€91). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Trenitalia is not only Italy's national railroad company but also the country's largest train operator. Trenitalia’s fleet of trains ncludes the high-speed Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca trains as well as intercity, regional and night trains. Bathrooms and WiFi access are standard on long-distance routes. In most cases, the trains also provide barrier-free access. Trenitalia offers different tickets, which vary in price and flexibility: Base, Economy, Super Economy and Ordinaria. You can even use Trenitalia discount cards on Omio. Make sure to look out for the latest offers from Trenitalia on Omio to score special deals!
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