How to travel from Nice to Tours

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Compare train and bus for Nice to Tours

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nice to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €64 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 11h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €64, while a train costs an average of €135.

Distance: 407 miles (656 km)

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€64

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Cheapest

€135

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€241

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(fuel + tolls)

16h 7m

Average total duration

15h 37m

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30m

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11h 12m

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10h 42m

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9h 9m

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The cheapest way to travel from Nice to Tours is a bus with an average price of €64.

This is compared to other travel options from Nice to Tours:

A bus is €72 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nice to Tours costing on average €135.

The fastest way to travel from Nice to Tours is by train with an average journey time of 11h 12m.

Other travel options to Tours take longer:

Bus takes on average 16h 7m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nice and Tours including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Nice to Tours among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €64 compared to roughly €241 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €177. The journey takes 15h 37m versus 9h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Nice to Tours

How to get from Nice to Tours by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Nice to Tours is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50106 · 95919
    5:30 PM16h45
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    10:15 AMTours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    821One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50106 · 95919
    5:30 PM16h45
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    10:15 AMTours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    821One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50106 · 95919
    5:30 PM16h45
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    10:15 AMTours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    821One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50488 · 95920
    9:15 PM21h20
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    6:35 PMTours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    851One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50486 · 95926
    9:40 AM18h25
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    4:05 AMTours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    1001One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:30 PM17h25
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    2:55 PMTours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    1021One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Nice to Tours

Travel to Tours easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Nice to Tours.

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There are 2 options to travel between Nice and Tours including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Nice to Tours is a bus with an average price of €64.

This is compared to other travel options from Nice to Tours:

A bus is €72 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nice to Tours costing on average €135.

The fastest way to travel from Nice to Tours is by train with an average journey time of 11h 12m.

Other travel options to Tours take longer:

Bus takes on average 16h 7m.

The distance from Nice to Tours is approximately 407 miles (656 km).
The average frequency per day from Nice to Tours is:
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nice and Tours as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Nice to Tours:
  • Trains mostly depart from Nice-Ville and arrive in Tours station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) and arrive in Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nice to Tours, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit to go to Tours by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Tours by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Nice to Tours often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Porto, Marseille, Bordeaux, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Tours and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Tours to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Tours, you can explore vibrant local markets for regional delicacies and souvenirs, take a scenic bike ride along the Loire River, attend a wine tasting tour in nearby vineyards, enjoy a leisurely boat cruise on the Loire River, and participate in a guided walking tour of the historic old town. Don't miss the Cathédrale Saint-Gatien with its stunning stained glass windows, the historic Château de Tours, the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours, the serene Jardin Botanique de Tours, and the lively Place Plumereau surrounded by half-timbered houses and cafes.
To fully enjoy the main attractions and charm of Tours, spending about 2 to 3 days is ideal. This allows time to explore its historic sites, museums, and local cuisine.

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