- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£35
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£53
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
6 h
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
6 h 22 m
Buses on 30 Aug
10
Distance
320 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nice to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Florence will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.
On Sun 30 Aug, we found 10 buses from Nice to Florence, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 320 km distance in an average of 6 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest buses will take 7 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nice to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £33, while a flight costs an average of £152.
Distance: 320 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£35 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest | £152 Average Price |
6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Florence coaches for today, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 8:00 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 6h00 | 14:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 7h50 | 16:40 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 7h35 | 19:40 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:30 Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 7h30 | 21:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 16:00 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 7h00 | 23:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:00 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 8h15 | 4:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 6h35 | 3:55 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1 change | |
50884 · 4787 | 22:00 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 18h30 | 16:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 23:45 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 6h10 | 5:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 30 August | |||||
FlixBus | 5:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 6h05 | 11:25 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare coach, flight and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Nice to Florence run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £21 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 320 km distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 320 km |
Average bus duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Florence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Florence trip today.
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Museum housing Michelangelo’s David alongside unfinished sculptures and Florentine paintings in a compact, focused setting.
Vast former Medici residence with lavish rooms, court art and a panoramic garden-facing setting across the Arno.
Grand civic square surrounded by historic buildings and open-air sculpture, ideal for architecture, people-watching and evening walks.
Lively square beside the cathedral, central for orienting yourself and admiring the baptistery, facade details and constant street life.
Classic terrace viewpoint with sweeping views over Florence, especially rewarding at sunset and easy to combine with uphill walks.
Thick Tuscan bread soup with tomatoes, olive oil and basil. A frugal Florentine classic that celebrates stale unsalted bread and summer produce.
Hearty soup of black kale, cannellini beans, vegetables and stale Tuscan bread. A traditional peasant dish closely linked with Florence and Tuscany.
Large T-bone steak from Chianina beef, grilled rare over coals. It is Florence’s signature meat dish and prized for its simplicity and quality.
Long-standing sandwich shop near the market, popular for schiacciata filled with Tuscan salumi and cheeses. Informal and very Florentine.
Lively traditional trattoria known for hearty Tuscan dishes such as ribollita and Florentine steak in a classic, bustling setting.
Historic market stall famed for lampredotto sandwiches. Casual, quick and deeply traditional, ideal for trying authentic Florentine street food.
Florence is pricier than many Italian cities, with central stays, museum-area dining and tourist services pushing up daily costs, though local cafés and buses remain fairly manageable.
Tipping is not obligatory. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service if no service charge applies. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice to Florence by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nice to Florence buses use the Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo. Use this guide to compare Nice and Florence 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.
Nice, Gare Thiers has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There are several cafes and snack bars inside.
Free Wi-Fi is available in the waiting areas. ATMs are aTMs are located next to the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Nice, Gare Thiers.
Available at Nice, Gare Thiers: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice, Gare Thiers: Station is equipped with ramps and elevators.
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze).
Available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Elevators, ramps.
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo.
Available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Elevators, ramps.
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