- Must visit
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.
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$118
Fastest journey
15 h 30 m
Average duration
16 h 48 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
656 km
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 $118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
It's difficult to get from Nice to Tours without transferring at least once.
50106 · 95919
50590 · 51012
50884 · 50819
50486 · 95926
50488 · 3172
50590 · 51012
50106 · 95919
50884 · 50819
50488 · 3172
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nice to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $56. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, and a train costs an average of $71.
Distance: 407 miles (656 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$86 Average price Cheapest | $155 Average price | $294 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 20m Average total duration 15h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 1m Average total duration Fastest 9h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Nice to Tours:
A bus is $69 (€56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nice to Tours costing on average $155 (€126).
Other travel options to Tours take longer:
Bus takes on average 15h 50m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 23h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $176 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $149 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 21h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $141 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 19h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $141 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 17h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $134 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 19h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $133 |
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Tours buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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50486 · 95926 | 9:40 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 18h25 | 4:05 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 18h10 | 4:25 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
50590 · 51012 | 2:30 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 15h30 | 6:00 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:05 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 21h30 | 1:35 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 2 transfers | |
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) | 19h15 | 1:35 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
50488 · 3172 | 9:15 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 17h20 | 2:35 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 17h25 | 2:55 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 20h45 | 6:20 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 19h20 | 5:20 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
50884 · 50819 | 10:00 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 17h00 | 3:00 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Nice to Tours run on average 8 times per day, taking around 15h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $56 (€45) 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 16h 45m.
Distance 407 miles (656 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€45) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 16h 45m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Tours — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tours trip today.
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice to Tours by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tours, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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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