How to travel from Sion to Florence

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Compare train, flight, and bus for Sion to Florence

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sion to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $140 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $140, while a train costs an average of $140.

Distance: 254 miles (410 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Sion to Florence is a bus with an average price of $83.

This is compared to other travel options from Sion to Florence:

A bus is $106 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sion to Florence costing on average $189.

A bus is $126 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sion to Florence costing on average $210.

The fastest way to travel from Sion to Florence is by train with an average journey time of 5h 0m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Flight takes on average 10h 52m.

Bus takes on average 23h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Sion and Florence including taking a train, flight, and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Sion to Florence among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 55m faster (4h 30m by train vs 6h 25m by car) and roughly $7 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($210 vs $217). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Sion to Florence

How to get from Sion to Florence by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Sion to Florence is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Vueling
    1:25 PM7h40
    Sion
    9:05 PMFlorence
    $1821One-way
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  • Vueling
    1:25 PM7h40
    Sion
    9:05 PMFlorence
    $1821One-way
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  • Vueling
    1:25 PM7h40
    Sion
    9:05 PMFlorence
    $1821One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Vueling
    1:20 PM7h45
    Sion
    9:05 PMFlorence
    $3161One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Sion to Florence

Travel to Florence easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Sion to Florence.

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There are 3 options to travel between Sion and Florence including taking a train, flight, and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Sion to Florence is a bus with an average price of $83.

This is compared to other travel options from Sion to Florence:

A bus is $106 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sion to Florence costing on average $189.

A bus is $126 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sion to Florence costing on average $210.

The fastest way to travel from Sion to Florence is by train with an average journey time of 5h 0m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Flight takes on average 10h 52m.

Bus takes on average 23h 25m.

The distance from Sion to Florence is approximately 254 miles (410 km).
The average frequency per day from Sion to Florence is:
  • Around 34 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Sion and Florence as scheduled services by train, flight, and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Sion to Florence:
  • Flights mostly depart from Geneva International Airport and arrive in Florence Peretola Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Gare de Sion and arrive in Florence Santa Maria Novella.
  • Buses mostly depart from Sion, Rue Traversière / Chemin Saint-Hubert (BP) and arrive in Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Sion to Florence, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Vueling, Helvetic Airways, ITA, Brussels Airlines, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines to go to Florence by flight.
  • Travel with Intercity, Trenitalia, Intercity Notte to go to Florence by train.
Omio customers who travel from Sion to Florence often also extend their vacation to go to Rome, Pisa, Venice, Milan, Bologna. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Florence and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Florence to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Florence, you can climb to Piazzale Michelangelo for panoramic views of the city's skyline, visit the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo's David, and take a cooking class to master traditional Tuscan dishes. Enjoy a wine tasting tour in the Chianti region and explore the vibrant San Lorenzo Market. Don't miss the iconic Florence Cathedral with its stunning dome, the Uffizi Gallery for masterpieces by Botticelli and Michelangelo, and Ponte Vecchio for its historic charm. Visit Palazzo Vecchio, a medieval fortress-palace, and the elegant Boboli Gardens behind Pitti Palace.
To fully experience Florence, plan for at least 3 to 4 days to explore its rich history, art, and architecture, including must-sees like the Uffizi Gallery, Florence Cathedral, and Ponte Vecchio.

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