How to get to Tours from Nice

Sun 01 Nov
+ Add return
Travel by train, coach with
BlaBlaCar Bus
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF | Intercités de nuit
FlixBus
SNCF | Intercités
1,000+ more
BlaBlaCar Bus
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF | Intercités de nuit
FlixBus
SNCF | Intercités
1,000+ more
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Nice to Tours

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nice to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £88 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 9h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £88, while a train costs an average of £151.

Distance: 656 km

Compare bus with

Most popular
Coach
Train
Driving

£88

Average Price

Cheapest

£151

Average Price

£212

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

16h 30m

Average total duration

16h 0m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

9h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

8h 43m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

9h 9m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

SNCF | TGV INOUI

Most popular train company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Compare ways to travel from Nice to Tours

Compare the available ways to get from Nice to Tours, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Nice to Tours is a coach with an average price of £88.

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

A coach is £64 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nice to Tours costing on average £151.

The fastest way to travel from Nice to Tours is by train with an average journey time of 9h 13m.

Other travel options to Tours take longer:

Coach takes on average 16h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nice and Tours including taking a train and coach.
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 £88 compared to roughly £212 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £125. The journey takes 16h 0m 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.

Travel options
from Nice to Tours

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50106 · 95919
    1 change

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50106 · 95919
    1 change

Fastest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50106 · 95919
    1 change

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 change
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50488 · 95920
    1 change

Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .

Compare prices and tickets Prices for trains, coaches, flights and ferries

Compare train and coach 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.

Train
Coach

Best day trips from Tours by train

The most popular day trips by train from Tours are Paris, Orléans, Blois, Amboise and Poitiers. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Tours on Omio.

A view of Paris

Day trip from Tours to Paris by train

Why visit Paris for the day?

Paris is known for elegant streets, major museums and a cultural identity shaped by art, fashion and café life. Along the Seine, grand landmarks sit beside neighbourhoods that still feel local and lived in.

A view of Orléans

Day trip from Tours to Orléans by train

Why visit Orléans for the day?

Orléans is best known for Jeanne d'Arc, a graceful old centre and the Cathédrale Sainte-Croix. Set on the Loire, it mixes French history with an easy-going riverside atmosphere.

A view of Blois

Day trip from Tours to Blois by train

Why visit Blois for the day?

Blois is known for the Château Royal de Blois and its strong links to French royal history. Set above the Loire, it has a compact old centre with steep streets, historic houses and an easy-going pace.

A view of Amboise

Day trip from Tours to Amboise by train

Why visit Amboise for the day?

Amboise is a Loire riverside town known for the royal Château d'Amboise and Clos Lucé, where Leonardo da Vinci lived. Its compact old centre and river views give it a calm Renaissance character.

A view of Poitiers

Day trip from Tours to Poitiers by train

Why visit Poitiers for the day?

Poitiers is known for its Romanesque churches, medieval streets and lively student atmosphere. The old centre feels historic yet lived-in, with café culture and nearby Futuroscope adding a modern contrast.

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Trenitalia
Easyjet
Deutsche Bahn
SNCF

FAQs: 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.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Nice and Tours including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Nice to Tours is a coach with an average price of £88.

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

A coach is £64 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nice to Tours costing on average £151.

The fastest way to travel from Nice to Tours is by train with an average journey time of 9h 13m.

Other travel options to Tours take longer:

Coach takes on average 16h 30m.

The Nice to Tours distance is approximately 656 km.
The average frequency per day from Nice to Tours is:
  • Around 9 coaches 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 coach 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.
  • Coaches 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, SNCF | Intercités to go to Tours by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Tours by coach.
Omio customers who travel from Nice to Tours often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Marseille, Porto, London, Barcelona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Tours and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Nice to Tours, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
In Tours, you can explore the vibrant local markets to sample regional delicacies and buy unique souvenirs. Enjoy a scenic bike ride along the Loire River with picturesque landscapes and charming villages. Attend a wine tasting tour in nearby vineyards to discover the rich flavours of Loire Valley wines. Take a leisurely boat cruise on the Loire River for stunning countryside views. Participate in a guided walking tour of the historic old town to learn about the city's rich history and architecture. Visit the Cathédrale Saint-Gatien, known for its stunning stained glass windows, and the Château de Tours for art exhibitions and city views. The Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours offers an extensive collection of art, while the Jardin Botanique de Tours provides a peaceful escape with diverse plant species. Lastly, relax at Place Plumereau, surrounded by half-timbered houses and bustling cafés.
To fully explore Tours, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal. This allows time to visit key attractions such as the Cathedral of Tours, the Musée des Beaux-Arts, and nearby Loire Valley châteaux.

Travelling from Nice to Tours: related information

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

HomeTravelTravel to FranceTravel to ToursHow to get to Tours from Nice

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone