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Musée Matisse
Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, with paintings, drawings, cut-outs, and personal objects in a Genoese villa in Cimiez.
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
9 h 10 m
Average duration
9 h 43 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
260 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Annecy station to Nice-Ville is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Annecy station to Nice-Ville will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 12 buses that leave Annecy station for Nice-Ville on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 260 km distance in an average of 9 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 10 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 10 h 25 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.
50846 · 50591
50796 · 4732
51660 · 50107
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80098 · 5867
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7660 · 50882Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Annecy station to Nice-Ville among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $91.
Distance: 161 miles (260 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$42 Average price Cheapest | $157 Average price | $103 Average price | $157 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Annecy station to Nice-Ville:
A bus is $60 (€49) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Annecy station to Nice-Ville costing on average $103 (€84).
A bus is $115 (€94) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Annecy station to Nice-Ville costing on average $157 (€129).
Other travel options to Nice-Ville take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 43m.
Bus takes on average 8h 8m.
Tickets start at around $42 (€35) compared to roughly $157 (€129) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $115 (€94). The journey takes 8h 8m versus 5h 13m 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.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
The table below shows live departures for Annecy station to Nice-Ville buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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80098 · 5867 | 2:20 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 9h30 | 11:50 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
50796 · 4732 | 3:00 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 10h35 | 1:35 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
51660 · 50107 | 7:15 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 12h25 | 7:40 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 11h05 | 7:05 AM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:40 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 10h05 | 7:45 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:40 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 9h25 | 7:05 AM Antibes, Pôle d'échanges | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 9h10 | 5:15 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
7660 · 50882 | 8:45 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 10h25 | 7:10 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 11h40 | 10:40 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 1 transfer | |
50846 · 50591 | 11:15 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 11h40 | 10:55 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
1727 · 51048 | 11:35 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 12h10 | 11:45 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 10h45 | 11:25 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Annecy station to Nice-Ville run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:45, the last at 18:20. The fastest bus covers the 161 miles (260 km) distance in 9h 30m.
Distance 161 miles (260 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€25) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 30m |
First bus 6:45 AM |
Last bus 6:20 PM |
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Discover the best of Nice Ville — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nice Ville trip today.
Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, with paintings, drawings, cut-outs, and personal objects in a Genoese villa in Cimiez.
Major national museum focused on Marc Chagall’s biblical works, known for its vivid paintings and serene garden setting.
Nice’s leading modern and contemporary art museum, noted for postwar European and American works and a central location.
Nice’s iconic seafront boulevard, ideal for walking, cycling, and Riviera views; a defining must-see of the city.
The atmospheric old town, known for colorful lanes, baroque architecture, lively squares, and a classic Nice experience.
Hilltop park and viewpoint with sweeping city and sea panoramas, waterfalls, and remains of Nice’s former citadel.
Nice’s signature salad with raw vegetables, tomatoes, olives, anchovies or tuna, and eggs. It is the city’s best-known traditional dish and reflects the produce of the Riviera.
A thin chickpea-flour pancake cooked in a very hot oven with olive oil and black pepper. It is one of Nice’s most iconic street foods.
A Niçois onion tart topped with anchovies and olives. It is a classic snack or starter found in bakeries and traditional eateries across Nice.
A Michelin-starred restaurant offering a more upscale dining experience with polished tasting menus and a sophisticated atmosphere.
A historic family-run restaurant in Old Nice serving hearty Niçois and Provençal dishes in a classic, relaxed setting.
A small, celebrated old-town bistro known for classic Niçois cooking such as petits farcis, daube, and pissaladière. Intimate and very traditional.
Prices are higher than many French cities, especially near the coast. Budget options exist, but hotels and dining in central areas can be costly.
Service is usually included. Small change or rounding up is appreciated in cafés and taxis. In restaurants, leave about 5-10% only for notably good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Annecy station to Nice-Ville by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nice-Ville, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Annecy station to Nice-Ville buses use the Annecy, Gare Routière to Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) station pair, with some services arriving at Nice, Gare Routière Vauban. Use this guide to compare Annecy station and Nice-Ville bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Annecy, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistro du Routier (0.2 km), La Table d'Annecy (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance for easy access to cash.
Ticket office support is available at Annecy, Gare Routière.
Available at Annecy, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Annecy, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
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, Boulevard Jacqueline Auriol Supérieur (Aéroport Terminal 2) is 6 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice, Boulevard Jacqueline Auriol Supérieur (Aéroport Terminal 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the departure area.
Ticket office support is available at Nice, Boulevard Jacqueline Auriol Supérieur (Aéroport Terminal 2).
Available at Nice, Boulevard Jacqueline Auriol Supérieur (Aéroport Terminal 2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice, Boulevard Jacqueline Auriol Supérieur (Aéroport Terminal 2): Elevators, ramps.
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