- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Cheapest price on 10 Oct
£46
Average ticket price on 10 Oct
£56
Fastest journey on 10 Oct
8 h 57 m
Average journey duration on 10 Oct
9 h 11 m
Trains on 10 Oct
36
Distance
320 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
To travel from Nice to Florence you need to make at least 3 changes.
86013+
Regionale Veloce 3269 · Regionale Veloce 3365 · Regionale 18415
86013+
Regionale Veloce 3365 · Regionale 4145 · Regionale Veloce 3269
86025+
Intercity 673+
Regionale Veloce 3371 · Regionale 18805
86027+
Intercity 673+
Regionale 18805 · Regionale 18535
86029+
Regionale 18535 · Regionale Veloce 3371 · Regionale 18805
86039+
Intercity 673+
Regionale 18537+
Intercity 635
86033+
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+
Regionale Veloce 3371 · Regionale Veloce 4113
86023+
Regionale Veloce 3367+
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+
Regionale 4145
86029+
Regionale Veloce 3371 · Regionale Veloce 4113 · Regionale 18531
86039+
Intercity 635+
Regionale 18535+
Intercity 673Trains from Nice to Florence run on average 47 times per day, taking around 6h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 320 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 320 km |
Average train duration 6h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 47 |
Fastest train 4h 55m |
First train 0:40 |
Last train 23:07 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Florence trains for today, Friday 9 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
86009+ Intercity 631 · Intercity 511+ Regionale 18497 | On time 7:55 Nice-Ville | 10h30 | 18:25 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3 changes | |
86009+ Intercity 631+ Regionale 18497+ FRECCIABIANCA 8613 | On time 7:55 Nice-Ville | 10h30 | 18:25 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3 changes | |
86009+ Intercity 631+ Regionale 18493+ FRECCIABIANCA 8613 | On time 7:55 Nice-Ville | 9h29 | 17:24 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3 changes | |
86013+ Regionale Veloce 3365 · Regionale Veloce 3269 · Regionale 18415 | On time 8:23 Nice-Ville | 10h02 | 18:25 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86013+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ Intercity 669+ Regionale 18595 | On time 8:23 Nice-Ville | 12h29 | 20:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86013+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ Intercity 669+ Regionale 18597 | On time 8:23 Nice-Ville | 13h29 | 21:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86015+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ Intercity 669+ Regionale 18595 | On time 8:54 Nice-Ville | 11h58 | 20:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86015+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ Intercity 669+ Regionale 18597 | On time 8:54 Nice-Ville | 12h58 | 21:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86015+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ Intercity 669+ Regionale 18601 | On time 8:54 Nice-Ville | 13h58 | 22:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86017+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ Intercity 669+ Regionale 18595 | On time 9:23 Nice-Ville | 11h29 | 20:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86017+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ Intercity 669+ Regionale 18601 | On time 9:23 Nice-Ville | 13h29 | 22:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86017+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ Intercity 669+ Regionale 18597 | On time 9:23 Nice-Ville | 12h29 | 21:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86019+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ Intercity 669+ Regionale 18595 | 9:54 Nice-Ville | 10h58 | 20:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86019+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ Intercity 669+ Regionale 18601 | 9:54 Nice-Ville | 12h58 | 22:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86019+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ Intercity 669+ Regionale 18597 | 9:54 Nice-Ville | 11h58 | 21:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86023+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ Intercity 669+ Regionale 18595 | 10:24 Nice-Ville | 10h28 | 20:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86023+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ Intercity 669+ Regionale 18601 | 10:24 Nice-Ville | 12h28 | 22:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86023+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ Intercity 669+ Regionale 18597 | 10:24 Nice-Ville | 11h28 | 21:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86025+ Regionale Veloce 3371+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale 18531 | 10:53 Nice-Ville | 10h28 | 21:21 Florence Campo di Marte | 4 changes | |
86025+ Regionale Veloce 3371+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale 18597 | 10:53 Nice-Ville | 10h59 | 21:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86025+ Regionale Veloce 3371+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale 18601 | 10:53 Nice-Ville | 11h59 | 22:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86027+ Regionale Veloce 3371+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale 18531 | 11:23 Nice-Ville | 9h58 | 21:21 Florence Campo di Marte | 4 changes | |
86027+ Regionale Veloce 3371+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale 18597 | 11:23 Nice-Ville | 10h29 | 21:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86027+ Regionale Veloce 3371+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale 18601 | 11:23 Nice-Ville | 11h29 | 22:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86033+ Regionale Veloce 3371+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale 18531 | 12:26 Nice-Ville | 8h55 | 21:21 Florence Campo di Marte | 4 changes | |
86033+ Regionale Veloce 3371+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale 18597 | 12:26 Nice-Ville | 9h26 | 21:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86033+ Regionale Veloce 3371+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale 18601 | 12:26 Nice-Ville | 10h26 | 22:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86035+ Intercity 635 · Intercity 673+ Regionale 18605 | 12:55 Nice-Ville | 10h55 | 23:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86035+ Intercity 635 · Intercity 673+ Regionale 18601 | 12:55 Nice-Ville | 9h57 | 22:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86035+ Intercity 635 · Intercity 680+ FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 12:55 Nice-Ville | 10h28 | 23:23 Florence Campo di Marte | 4 changes | |
86037+ Intercity 635 · Intercity 673+ Regionale 18601 | 13:24 Nice-Ville | 9h28 | 22:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86037+ Intercity 635 · Intercity 673+ Regionale 18605 | 13:24 Nice-Ville | 10h26 | 23:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
86037+ Intercity 635 · Intercity 680+ FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 13:24 Nice-Ville | 9h59 | 23:23 Florence Campo di Marte | 4 changes | |
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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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Firenze Santa Maria Novella -> Piazza del Duomo, Florence
The most popular day trips by train from Florence are Pisa, Siena, Lucca, Bologna and Arezzo. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Florence on Omio.

Pisa is known worldwide for the Leaning Tower, but it is also a compact university city with medieval streets and graceful squares. Along the Arno, historic buildings and student life give it an easy, thoughtful atmosphere.
There are 56 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 44m.

Siena is a medieval Tuscan city known for the Piazza del Campo, the Palio and its striped Duomo. Its steep lanes, Gothic buildings and strong civic traditions give it a more austere character than many larger Italian cities.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 21:44. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 1h 19m.

Lucca is known for its complete Renaissance walls, Romanesque churches and handsome historic squares. Its compact old centre feels calm and distinctly Tuscan, with medieval streets and a strong local character.
There are 22 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 60 km distance in 1h 11m.

Bologna is known for its porticoes, medieval centre and one of Europe’s oldest universities. The city feels lively yet grounded, with red-brick streets, elegant piazzas and a food culture that shapes daily life.
There are 84 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 81 km distance in 33m.

Arezzo is a historic Tuscan city known for medieval streets, Piero della Francesca frescoes and antiques. Its piazzas and churches feel quieter than in larger art cities, with local life shaped by goldsmithing and the Giostra del Saracino.
There are 62 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 61 km distance in 27m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice to Florence by train. 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 train, 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 trains use the Nice Ville to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze Campo di Marte. Use this guide to compare Nice and Florence train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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.
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
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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.
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.
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Moka Café
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
Firenze Statuto is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Statuto has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Firenze Statuto.
Available at Firenze Statuto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Statuto: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Statuto: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Panama, Hotel La Fortezza.
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