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Musée Matisse
Major museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, set in a Genoese villa in Cimiez, with paintings, drawings, cut-outs, and personal objects tracing his life in Nice.
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h
Buses per day
2
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 $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 2 buses that leave Avignon for Nice on Thu, May 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct buses cover the 199 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Thu, May 28 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 $19. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 42m. 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 $19, and a flight costs an average of $106.
Distance: 123 miles (199 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$31 Average price Cheapest | $64 Average price | $148 Average price | $88 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 59m Average total duration 4h 59m 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 |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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 $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Avignon to Nice costing on average $64 (€52).
A bus is $117 (€95) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Avignon to Nice costing on average $148 (€120).
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 46m.
Flight takes on average 4h 59m.
Tickets start at around $31 (€25) compared to roughly $88 (€71) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $57 (€46). The journey takes 3h 42m 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, FlixBus.
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 04:20AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
The table below shows live departures for Avignon to Nice buses for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 3:45 PM Avignon, Boulevard Saint-Roch (Gare Routière) | 4h00 | 7:45 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Avignon to Nice run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 5 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 4h 0m.
Distance 123 miles (199 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
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.
Major museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, set in a Genoese villa in Cimiez, with paintings, drawings, cut-outs, and personal objects tracing his life in Nice.
National museum housing one of the world’s most important collections of Marc Chagall’s biblical works, known for its luminous colors and serene setting.
Nice’s leading modern and contemporary art museum, noted for postwar European and American works and its striking rooftop views.
Nice’s iconic seafront boulevard lined with beaches and Belle Époque hotels, essential for walking, cycling, and classic Riviera views.
The old town’s maze of colorful lanes, baroque churches, shutters, and lively squares makes it the city’s most atmospheric area to explore on foot.
Castle Hill park and viewpoint with panoramic city and coast vistas, a waterfall, and some of the best photo spots in Nice.
Nice’s signature salad of tomatoes, eggs, anchovies or tuna, olives, and raw vegetables, traditionally without cooked potatoes or green beans.
A thin chickpea flour pancake baked in a hot oven, lightly crisp outside and soft inside; one of Nice’s most iconic street foods.
A Provençal tart topped with caramelized onions, anchovies, and olives, closely associated with Nice and the surrounding coast.
An established Michelin-starred restaurant blending refined Mediterranean and South African influences in an elegant fine-dining setting.
A long-running family restaurant in Vieux Nice serving classic Niçoise dishes and Provençal favorites in a warm, traditional atmosphere.
A famous small Niçoise restaurant known for traditional local specialties in a simple, intimate setting near the old town.
Prices are high by French standards, especially near the seafront. Bakery food and lunch deals help cut costs.
Service is usually included. Locals may round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Small change for cafes; round up taxis.
Official public transport app
Nice Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur Gare routière Terminal 1, Nice -> Nice-Ville Station, 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.

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