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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 on Sep 19
$46
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$58
Fastest journey on Sep 19
9 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
9 h 39 m
Buses on Sep 19
9
Distance
502 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Nice will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 9 buses from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Nice, including 7 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 502 km distance in an average of 9 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 35 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 9 h 45 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.
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NormalOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $75 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $75, while a flight costs an average of $570.
Distance: 311 miles (502 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$75 Average price Cheapest | $570 Average price | $128 Average price | $209 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 11m Average total duration 11h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 57m Average total duration 9h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Nice:
A bus is $53 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Nice costing on average $128 (€105).
A bus is $495 (€405) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Nice costing on average $570 (€466).
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 27m.
Bus takes on average 11h 41m.
Tickets start at around $75 (€61) compared to roughly $209 (€171) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $134 (€110). The journey takes 11h 41m versus 6h 55m 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 Internorte, Alsa, Union Ivkoni International.
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 05:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $151 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona El Prat Airport to Nice buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 19h55 | 5:15 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 16h00 | 1:20 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:30 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 12h00 | 10:30 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:55 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h45 | 9:40 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:55 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h45 | 9:40 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 10h45 | 7:45 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:35 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h40 | 7:15 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:35 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h40 | 7:15 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h35 | 1:35 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h35 | 1:35 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Nice run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by flight.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 20:30. The fastest bus covers the 311 miles (502 km) distance in 9h 35m.
Distance 311 miles (502 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 35m |
First bus 7:00 AM |
Last bus 8:30 PM |
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Most Barcelona El Prat Airport to Nice buses use the Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord 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 Barcelona El Prat Airport 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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