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Musée Matisse
Museum in Cimiez dedicated to Henri Matisse, with paintings, drawings, cut-outs, and personal objects in a historic villa.
Cheapest price
$77
Average price
$98
Fastest journey
14 h 5 m
Average duration
15 h 4 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
711 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Biarritz to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Biarritz to Nice will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
Of the 7 buses that leave Biarritz for Nice on Fri, Jun 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 711 km distance in an average of 15 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 5 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 15 h 50 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.
8768 · 51047
8694 · 50591
8718 · 50489
FlixBus
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FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
8694 · 50591
8718 · 50489
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Biarritz to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a flight costs an average of $63.
Distance: 441 miles (711 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$58 Average price Cheapest | $184 Average price | $179 Average price | $274 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 48m Average total duration 12h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 19m Average total duration 12h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Biarritz to Nice:
A bus is $121 (€99) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Biarritz to Nice costing on average $179 (€147).
A bus is $126 (€103) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Biarritz to Nice costing on average $184 (€150).
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 18m.
Train takes on average 12h 49m.
Tickets start at around $58 (€47) compared to roughly $274 (€224) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $216 (€177). The journey takes 12h 18m versus 8h 16m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, 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 FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 17h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $71 |
The table below shows live departures for Biarritz to Nice buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 PM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 17h40 | 2:50 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 PM Biarritz, Halle Iraty | 17h15 | 2:50 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
FlixBus | 7:25 AM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 14h05 | 9:30 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
8694 · 50591 | 7:40 AM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 15h15 | 10:55 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 AM Biarritz, Halle Iraty | 15h50 | 1:15 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
8768 · 51047 | 11:10 AM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 17h55 | 5:05 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 20h20 | 1:20 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 14h50 | 7:50 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
8718 · 50489 | 5:40 PM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 15h20 | 9:00 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Biarritz to Nice run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 441 miles (711 km) distance in 13h 25m.
Distance 441 miles (711 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 13h 25m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Museum in Cimiez dedicated to Henri Matisse, with paintings, drawings, cut-outs, and personal objects in a historic villa.
Major museum devoted to Marc Chagall, especially his Biblical Message cycle; one of Nice’s most important art museums.
Nice’s contemporary art museum, known for postwar and avant-garde works and a central location near Place Garibaldi.
Nice’s iconic seafront boulevard, ideal for walking, cycling, and classic Riviera views along the Baie des Anges.
Hilltop park and viewpoint with sweeping panoramas over Nice, the port, and the coastline; one of the city’s top photo spots.
The old town’s maze of colorful streets, Baroque architecture, and lively squares makes it a core area for first-time visitors.
Nice’s signature salad of tomatoes, raw vegetables, olives, anchovies or tuna, and eggs, dressed simply with olive oil. It is a classic expression of Niçois cuisine.
A thin, crisp chickpea-flour pancake baked in a wood-fired oven and eaten hot with pepper. It is one of the most iconic street foods in Nice.
A Provençal tart topped with caramelized onions, anchovies, and black olives. It is a traditional snack from the Nice area with deep savory flavor.
A Michelin-starred restaurant offering refined seasonal cuisine in an elegant setting. It is one of Nice’s most respected fine-dining addresses.
A famous tiny Niçois institution known for classic local dishes such as petits farcis, pasta, and regional specialties in a simple, intimate setting.
A long-established casual spot celebrated for socca and other traditional Niçois snacks. It is one of the best-known places in Nice for local street-food classics.
Nice is pricier than many French cities, especially for hotels and seafront dining, but bakeries, markets, and local bistros help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxis; small change is fine in cafés and bars.
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