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How to Get from Lugano to Florence

Lugano to Florence is 309 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 1h 08m by plane. The trip takes 4h 50m by bus.

On Routavio you can compare the ways from Lugano to Florence by price and travel time (route calculated on 8 November 2026).

  • First bus at 11:15, last at 12:25

Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.

Start with the Whole Journey.

We compared the ways to travel from Lugano to Florence. The most useful door-to-door route takes 6h 50m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 309 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.

309 km in a straight line

Which Way Suits You?

These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.

Lugano to Florence: Cheapest or Fastest?

Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.

Which Date Should You Go?

An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.

Departures from Lugano to Florence

FlixBus publishes departures from 11:15 to 12:25.

OperatorFirstLast
FlixBusbus11:1512:25

All departures

  • 11:15
  • 11:25
  • 12:15
  • 12:25

Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.

Departure and Arrival

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Ticket Prices on This Route

What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.

  • Bus· 4h 50m€20Book
  • Train· 3h 34m€29Book

Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Nov 9.

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Operators Seen on These Journeys

On this route you travel with FlixBus.

How the Trip from Lugano to Florence Works

Routavio built this route from its own route data on 8 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Lugano to Florence, about 6h 50m. In total it's roughly €28 over 6h 50m, direct, no transfers.

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Lugano to Florence: Common Questions

How long does it take to get from Lugano to Florence?

Routavio's route check on 8 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 6h 50m by bus, with no transfer.

When is the first bus from Lugano to Florence?

The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 11:15 and the last at 12:25, according to the published timetable.

How far is Florence from Lugano?

About 309 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.

How much does Lugano to Florence cost?

Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €28. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.

Which operators run Lugano to Florence?

According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus.

Can you get from Lugano to Florence without flying?

Yes. A ground route by train takes about 3h 34m.

What is the cheapest way to get from Lugano to Florence?

Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.

Can I book directly?

Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.

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Sources and Method

Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.

Operators: FlixBus

Route calculated: 8 Nov 2026