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Musée National Marc Chagall
Museum in a seventeenth-century villa housing major biblical works by Marc Chagall. It is one of Nice's most important art collections.
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Avignon to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Avignon to Nice will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 8 buses that leave Avignon for Nice on Wed, Aug 26, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 26 the direct buses cover the 199 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest buses will take 4 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Avignon to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a flight costs an average of $106.
Distance: 123 miles (199 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$42 Average price Cheapest | $78 Average price | $370 Average price | $88 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Avignon to Nice:
A bus is $36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Avignon to Nice costing on average $78.
A bus is $328 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Avignon to Nice costing on average $370.
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 29m.
Bus takes on average 4h 3m.
Tickets start at around $42 compared to roughly $88 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $46. The journey takes 4h 3m versus 2h 52m 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 Alsa, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Gipsyy, Infobus.
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 | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
The table below shows live departures for Avignon to Nice buses for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 2:05 PM Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 3h45 | 5:50 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:45 PM Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 4h00 | 7:45 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:45 PM Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 4h00 | 7:45 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:10 PM Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 3h30 | 8:40 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 2:25 AM Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 4h40 | 7:05 AM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 AM Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 4h50 | 9:50 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 3h55 | 1:55 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Avignon to Nice run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:20, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 123 miles (199 km) distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 123 miles (199 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 2:20 AM |
Last bus 10:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Nice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nice trip today.
Museum in a seventeenth-century villa housing major biblical works by Marc Chagall. It is one of Nice's most important art collections.
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Nice's iconic seafront promenade stretches along the Baie des Anges. It is ideal for walking, cycling, and experiencing the city's Riviera atmosphere.
The old town's lively maze of narrow streets, Baroque churches, and colorful façades. It is essential for history, atmosphere, and local character.
Main square rebuilt with elegant arcades, public art, and tram access. It links the old town and modern center and hosts major city events.
A thin chickpea flour pancake baked until crisp. A Niçois street food staple, best eaten hot with pepper, and rooted in the city’s Ligurian heritage.
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A salad of tomatoes, raw vegetables, olives, anchovies or tuna, and eggs. It is one of Nice’s most famous traditional dishes and reflects Mediterranean produce.
Elegant Michelin starred restaurant focused on refined Mediterranean cuisine with Riviera products, offering a polished fine dining experience.
Historic old town institution known for classic Niçois cuisine such as petits farcis and daube, served in a traditional, lively brasserie setting.
Casual specialist for socca and other Niçois staples near the old town market. Simple, famous, and ideal for an authentic local lunch.
Nice is pricier than many French cities. Hotels, seafront dining, and summer travel raise costs, while local transit stays reasonable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafes.
Official public transport app
Gare routière - Terminal 1 -> Jean Médecin, Nice
Taking the bus from Avignon to Nice is an excellent way to reach the Cote d'Azur. There should be one to two direct buses during the week, as well as two to three options at the weekend. Expect bus journeys to take between four hours ten minutes and five hours five minutes.
Buses between Avignon and Nice are operated by a couple of companies. Ouibus offers a single daily service, while Eurolines runs one to two services every day except Mondays.
Bus journeys to Nice from Avignon vary in length, but will generally take between four hours ten minutes and five hours five minutes. Passengers won't need to make any changes along the way. However, all buses run to Nice Airport, so those heading into the city will need to add a little time to make the transfer.
Buses to Nice depart every day of the week. There will be one to two services during the week, usually featuring a breakfast-time and early-evening service. Frequencies rise slightly at weekends when travelers have a choice of two to three buses.
Departure bus station: All buses to Nice from Avignon will leave from the same place, which might be referred to as Boulevard Saint-Roch, or Avignon Centre. Either way, services will leave from the bus station, which is located next to Avignon Centre rail station. Proximity to the train station means that travelers can easily reach buses via regional rail connections. Walking from central Avignon will take around 15-20 minutes, although TCRA buses offer a useful alternative.
Arrival bus station: Buses to Nice from Avignon rarely run into central Nice itself. Instead, they will terminate at Nice Aeroport Cote d'Azur, which is very handy for anyone taking international or domestic flights. Those heading into the city center can do so via dedicated express buses or local bus 98, which runs along the Promenade des Anglais. Expect transfers to take 20 minutes. Express buses also run from the airport to Cannes and Monaco, while regional rail connections link the airport with Marseille to the west. When transferring to trains, take bus 99 to the city's SNCF station.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Avignon to Nice 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Avignon to Nice buses use the Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) to Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) station pair, with some services arriving at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur. Use this guide to compare Avignon and Nice 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, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur is 6 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There are several restaurants and cafes in the terminals.
WiFi is available throughout the terminals. ATMs are aTMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur.
Available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur: The airport is accessible for individuals with reduced mobility.
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