The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nice to Florence
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h 44 m
Buses per day
7
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 £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
Of the 7 buses that leave Nice for Florence every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 320 km distance in an average of 6 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 55 m 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.
FlixBus23:456h10Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)5:55Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£391One-way0 changes
FlixBus8:006h00Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)14:00Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£421One-way0 changes
FlixBus5:206h05Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)11:25Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£481One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus20:007h55Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)3:55Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo£581One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus20:008h15Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)4:15Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£581One-way1 change
FlixBus8:006h00Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)14:00Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£421One-way0 changes
FlixBus5:206h05Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)11:25Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£481One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:456h10Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)5:55Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£391One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus13:307h30Nice, Gare Routière Vauban21:00Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£741One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus20:007h55Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)3:55Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo£581One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Nice to Florence
Omio 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 prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £105.
Distance: 320 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£35 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £189 Average Price |
6h 2m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 14m Average total duration 6h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 3h 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.
Live departures
Nice to Florence bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Florence coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 5:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 6h05 | 11:25 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 6h00 | 14:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:30 Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 7h30 | 21:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:00 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 7h55 | 3:55 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:00 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 8h15 | 4:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 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 | |
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Why should you book Nice to Florence coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Nice to Florence.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Nice to Florence.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Nice to Florence.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nice to Florence
Buses from Nice to Florence run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £20 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 5h 45m.
Distance 320 km |
Average bus duration 5h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 45m |
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 35 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Nice to FlorenceYou can travel by bus between Nice to Florence with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Nice to Florence coach
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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nice and Florence
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.
Which Nice station do buses to Florence leave from?
Getting to Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) from Nice city centre
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) bus station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Café Terminal (in the station), Fast-Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of Terminal 1.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Nice, Gare Routière Vauban from Nice city centre
Getting to Nice, TGV from Nice city centre
Which Florence station do buses from Nice arrive at?
Getting to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) from Florence city centre
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) bus station facilities and services
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo from Florence city centre
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo bus station facilities and services
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Elevators, ramps.
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