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Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours
Fine arts museum in the former archbishop's palace, with paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts in a grand historic setting beside the cathedral.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nice to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Tours will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
It's difficult to get from Nice to Tours without transferring at least once.
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Buses from Nice to Tours run on average 9 times per day, taking around 16h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $46 (€38) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 407 miles (656 km) distance in 13h 30m.
Distance 407 miles (656 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€38) |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 13h 30m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Nice to Tours.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 24h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 22h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 22h50 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 19h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 17h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 21h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $84 |
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Tours buses for today, Tuesday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 20h20 | 9:00 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:05 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 22h45 | 2:50 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 2 transfers | |
50106 · 51061 | 5:30 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 20h00 | 1:30 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
50106 · 95919 | 5:30 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 16h45 | 10:15 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 20h30 | 2:50 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 22h35 | 5:20 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 2 transfers | |
50488 · 95920 | 9:15 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 21h20 | 6:35 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
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Fine arts museum in the former archbishop's palace, with paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts in a grand historic setting beside the cathedral.
Companion site to the Fine Arts Museum displaying major works in the Saint-Libert chapel. A focused art stop in a restored medieval building.
Archaeology museum housed in a remarkable half-timbered residence. Exhibits trace Tours from antiquity through the Middle Ages in an atmospheric setting.
The emblematic square of Old Tours, lined with timber-framed houses. A beautiful place to admire Renaissance streetscape and feel the city's lively atmosphere.
Historic quarter of narrow lanes, half-timbered facades, and hidden courtyards. Ideal for wandering on foot and discovering the medieval character of Tours.
Loire riverbanks around Tours provide wide views, bridges, and sunset walks. A simple but essential area for appreciating the city's riverside identity.
Rillettes de Tours are slow-cooked shredded pork preserved in fat. The Tours style is protected and prized for its coarse texture and rich, rustic flavor.
Rillons de Touraine are caramelized pork belly pieces, gently confit then browned. They are a classic Loire appetizer often served with local wine.
Sainte-Maure-de-Touraine is a log-shaped goat cheese with a straw through the center. It is one of the Loire Valley's best-known traditional cheeses.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in a historic setting, known for refined Loire-focused cuisine and polished service near central Tours.
Well-regarded traditional bistro serving classic French dishes with a regional touch in a warm, convivial old-town atmosphere.
Popular market-side brasserie with a lively local feel, appreciated for fresh seasonal plates, seafood and dependable French staples.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are reasonable, and local transit is affordable compared with Paris and other major tourist cities.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes if you wish.
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Most Nice to Tours buses use the Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) to Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170 station pair. Use this guide to compare Nice and Tours bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) is 6 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Terminal (in the station), Fast-Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of Terminal 1.
Ticket office support is available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1).
Available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1): Elevators, ramps.
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