Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal Bus Villa Constanza | Arrêt D'autobus Lugano | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Bus Villa Constanza | Arrêt D'autobus Lugano | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Florence (Villa Costanza) | Lugano | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Bus Villa Constanza | Arrêt D'autobus Lugano | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Florence (Villa Costanza) | Lugano | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 17:27 CET.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Florence to Lugano
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lugano. The journey takes about 7 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£20 - £76 | Average duration7h 45m | 8kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£20 - £20 | Average duration3h 20m | 13kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Florence and Lugano?
Stops in Florence
- A
Florence - Piazzale Montelungo
50129 Centro Storico FI, Italy - BA1 - Autostrada del Sole, 50018 Scandicci FI, Italy
- DVia Cassia, 49B, 50023 Impruneta FI, Italy
- EVia della Costituzione, 185, 50018 Scandicci FI, Italy
- FPiazza della Stazione 45, 50123 Firenze, Italy
Stops in Lugano
- AVia Giacomo E Filippo Ciani, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland
- B
Stazione/Gare de Lugano
Stazione FFS 1, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland - C
Via Basilea
Via Basilea, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Florence to Lugano
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Florence to Lugano?
The cheapest coach tickets from Florence to Lugano start from £20. The average price for this route is around £39. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Florence to Lugano?
The average bus journey time from Florence to Lugano is 7h 45m, covering a distance of 190 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 45m and is operated by Calanda Viaggi Reisen.
Which bus companies service the Florence to Lugano route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Calanda Viaggi Reisen, Itabus, MarinoBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, L'aurora Viaggi.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Florence to Lugano?
The earliest bus departs from Florence to Lugano at 00:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Florence to Lugano?
A bus journey from Florence to Lugano produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Florence to Lugano?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is L'aurora Viaggi, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Florence to Lugano?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company MarinoBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.3.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Florence to Lugano?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is L'aurora Viaggi, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Florence to Lugano?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is L'aurora Viaggi, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Florence to Lugano was searched and found on 11 Jan 2026 with a price of £19To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Florence to Lugano as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £19 to £69 for a bus ticket from Florence to Lugano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £19, which is on 2026-01-11.
Usually FlixBus, Calanda Viaggi Reisen will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
