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Musée National Marc Chagall
Museum in a seventeenth-century villa housing major biblical works by Marc Chagall. It is one of Nice's most important art collections.
Cheapest price on Oct 24
€36
Average ticket price on Oct 24
€60
Fastest journey on Oct 24
5 h 59 m
Average journey duration on Oct 24
6 h 5 m
Trains on Oct 24
23
Distance
320 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Nice will cost around €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
It's difficult to get from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Nice without transferring at least once.
Regionale 18365 · Regionale Veloce 3270 · Regionale Veloce 3376
Regionale 18377 · Regionale Veloce 3278 · Regionale Veloce 3384
Regionale 18371 · Regionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale Veloce 3380
Regionale 18355 · Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale Veloce 3368
Regionale 18307+
Intercity 518
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+
Intercity 637
FRECCIAROSSA 9514+
Intercity 641
FRECCIAROSSA 9588+
Intercity 689
FRECCIAROSSA 9300+
Regionale TRENORD 2317+
Intercity 659
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+
Intercity 675Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Nice run on average 24 times per day, taking around 6h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:32, the last at 15:38. The fastest train covers the 198 miles (320 km) distance in 4h 59m.
Distance 198 miles (320 km) |
Average train duration 6h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 24 |
Fastest train 4h 59m |
First train 2:32 AM |
Last train 3:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Nice.
The table below shows live departures for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Nice trains for today, Friday, October 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9504+ Intercity 659 | 6:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h07 | 1:02 PM Ventimiglia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9300+ Regionale TRENORD 2317+ Intercity 659 | 7:10 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h52 | 1:02 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4013+ Intercity 666 · Intercity 637 | 7:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h26 | 2:54 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18745+ FRECCIARGENTO 8588+ Regionale Veloce 3368 | 7:32 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h40 | 2:12 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18357+ InterCityNotte 794+ Regionale Veloce 3372 | 7:53 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 8h10 | 4:03 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3376 | 8:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 9h41 | 6:02 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 580 · Intercity 641 | 8:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 10h38 | 6:59 PM Ventimiglia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ Intercity 637 | 8:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h59 | 2:54 PM Ventimiglia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+ Regionale Veloce 3131 | 9:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 8h52 | 6:47 PM Ventimiglia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale Veloce 3376 | 10:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h07 | 6:02 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4029+ Intercity 674 · Intercity 641 | 12:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h31 | 6:59 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18371 · Regionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale Veloce 3380 | 12:53 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h10 | 8:03 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9514+ Intercity 641 | 12:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h04 | 6:59 PM Ventimiglia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4033+ FRECCIABIANCA 8616+ Regionale Veloce 3380 | 1:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h35 | 8:03 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18373+ Intercity 680 · Intercity 675 | 1:53 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h09 | 9:02 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18377 · Regionale Veloce 3278 · Regionale Veloce 3384 | 2:53 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h10 | 10:03 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+ Intercity 675 | 2:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h07 | 9:02 PM Ventimiglia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4039+ FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ Regionale Veloce 3384 | 3:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h35 | 10:03 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18307+ Intercity 518 | 5:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h11 | 11:39 PM Ventimiglia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588+ Intercity 689 | 5:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h07 | 12:02 AM Ventimiglia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4047+ FRECCIABIANCA 8626+ Regionale Veloce 3041 | 6:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h22 | 12:50 AM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, October 24 | |||||
Regionale 18253+ Intercity 662 · Intercity 659 | 4:30 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 8h47 | 1:17 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
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Museum in a seventeenth-century villa housing major biblical works by Marc Chagall. It is one of Nice's most important art collections.
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The old town's lively maze of narrow streets, Baroque churches, and colorful façades. It is essential for history, atmosphere, and local character.
Main square rebuilt with elegant arcades, public art, and tram access. It links the old town and modern center and hosts major city events.
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A deep fried chickpea fritter, often sold in strips. It is a classic Niçois snack linked to local Italian influences and market eating culture.
A salad of tomatoes, raw vegetables, olives, anchovies or tuna, and eggs. It is one of Nice’s most famous traditional dishes and reflects Mediterranean produce.
Elegant Michelin starred restaurant focused on refined Mediterranean cuisine with Riviera products, offering a polished fine dining experience.
Historic old town institution known for classic Niçois cuisine such as petits farcis and daube, served in a traditional, lively brasserie setting.
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Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafes.
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Most Florence Santa Maria Novella to Nice trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Nice Ville station pair, with some services arriving at Nice Saint-Augustin. Use this guide to compare Florence Santa Maria Novella and Nice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
Nice Ville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Agora, PAUL, Sushi Side, Factory Donuts, Deli & Cia
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located on the forecourt of the station, on the right when exiting the station hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30. Information desks are located in the station main hall.
Available at Nice Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nice Ville: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Ville: Level access from the entrance to the station, barrier-free toilets, magnetic induction loops. Assistance offered by Accès Plus to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, located in the central hall.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Trocadero, Ibis Nice Centre Gare, Hotel Belle Meuniere.
Nice Riquier is 1 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice Riquier has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Millésime, La Roustide
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Nice Riquier. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Nice Riquier: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nice Riquier: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Riquier: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Apogia Nice, Ibis Styles Nice Vieux Port.
Nice Saint-Augustin is 5 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice Saint-Augustin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Ticket office support is available at Nice Saint-Augustin. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Ramps, restrooms.
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