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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€129
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€148
Fastest journey on Sep 18
5 h 31 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
5 h 31 m
Trains on Sep 18
10
Distance
451 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Florence Santa Maria Novella 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 Santa Maria Novella will cost around €148 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €129.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 10 trains from Zurich to Florence Santa Maria Novella, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 451 km distance in an average of 5 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 31 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 5 h 31 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.
EuroCity 372:33 PM6h57Zurich HB9:30 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella€1291One-way0 transfers- EuroCity 21+
Intercity 5991:33 PM7h49Zurich HB9:22 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella€1311One-way1 transfer - EuroCity 153+Intercity 594+
Regionale 1831210:33 AM8h10Zurich HB6:43 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella€1341One-way2 transfers - EuroCity 153+
FRECCIAROSSA 932110:33 AM6h17Zurich HB4:50 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella€1501One-way1 transfer - EuroCity 123+FRECCIAROSSA 95633:33 PM5h31Zurich HB9:04 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella€1501One-way1 transfer
- EuroCity 37+FRECCIAROSSA 95592:33 PM5h31Zurich HB8:04 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella€1611One-way1 transfer
- EuroCity 21+FRECCIAROSSA 95551:33 PM5h31Zurich HB7:04 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella€1551One-way1 transfer
- EuroCity 123+FRECCIAROSSA 95633:33 PM5h31Zurich HB9:04 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella€1501One-way1 transfer
- EuroCity 19+FRECCIAROSSA 954711:33 AM5h31Zurich HB5:04 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella€1631One-way1 transfer
- EuroCity 151+FRECCIAROSSA 955112:33 PM5h31Zurich HB6:04 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella€1551One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Florence Santa Maria Novella among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €60 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €60, while a flight costs an average of €549.
Distance: 280 miles (451 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€90 Average price | €549 Average price | €60 Average price Cheapest | €180 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 26m Average total duration 10h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Florence Santa Maria Novella:
A bus is €30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Florence Santa Maria Novella costing on average €90.
A bus is €490 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Florence Santa Maria Novella costing on average €549.
Other travel options to Florence Santa Maria Novella take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 37m.
Bus takes on average 10h 56m.
The journey is about 1h 13m faster (5h 37m by train vs 6h 50m by car) and roughly €90 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€90 vs €180). 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
Zurich to Florence Santa Maria Novella train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 11:33 AM Zurich | 7h49 | 7:22 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:33 PM Zurich | 7h49 | 8:22 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:33 PM Zurich | 6h57 | 8:30 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Switzerland
Italy
Trains from Zurich to Florence Santa Maria Novella run on average 22 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 12:33. The fastest train covers the 280 miles (451 km) distance in 4h 57m.
Distance 280 miles (451 km) |
Average train duration 5h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 57m |
First train 4:33 AM |
Last train 12:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Intercity from Zurich to Florence Santa Maria Novella trainsTrenitalia, Intercity trains will get you between Zurich and Florence Santa Maria Novella from €26. 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 Zurich to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Florence Santa Maria Novella 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 Florence Santa Maria Novella, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Most Zurich to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains use the Zürich HB to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Florence Santa Maria Novella train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB train station facilities and services
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
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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