How to get from Florence to Lugano
- 309 km as the crow flies
- 3 bus departures a day with FlixBus
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We compared the ways to travel from Florence to Lugano. The most useful door-to-door route takes 7h by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 309 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
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309 km
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FlixBus·7h
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
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Search my dateDepartures from Florence to Lugano
FlixBus runs 3 scheduled departures a day, the first at 09:55 and the last at 11:55.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 3 | 09:55 | 11:55 |
All departures
- 09:55
- 10:55
- 11:55
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
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Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Florence to Lugano works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Florence to Lugano, about 7h. In total it's roughly €28 over 7h, direct, no transfers.
Florence to Lugano: common questions
How long does it take to get from Florence to Lugano?
The most useful route takes about 7h by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Florence to Lugano?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 09:55 and the last at 11:55, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Florence to Lugano?
3 a day with FlixBus, between 09:55 and 11:55.
How far is Lugano from Florence?
About 309 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Florence to Lugano cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €28. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Florence to Lugano?
On this route you travel with FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Florence to Lugano?
Usually 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, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026