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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 Oct 13
$33
Average ticket price on Oct 13
$55
Fastest journey on Oct 13
6 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Oct 13
8 h 4 m
Buses on Oct 13
6
Distance
337 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Nice will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
On Tue, Oct 13, we found 6 buses from Bologna to Nice, including 2 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 13 the direct buses cover the 337 km distance in an average of 8 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
On Tue, Oct 13 the slowest buses will take 9 h 5 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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FlixBus · FlixBusBuses from Bologna to Nice run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 but you can travel from only $12 by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 209 miles (337 km) distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 209 miles (337 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 35m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Nice buses for today, Monday, October 12. 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 | 9:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 8h05 | 5:20 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus | 2:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 6h45 | 9:35 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 9h45 | 6:10 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 7h35 | 4:00 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 9h05 | 9:20 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 8h50 | 12:20 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
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Gare routière - Terminal 1 -> Jean Médecin, Nice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna 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 Bologna to Nice buses use the Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) 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 Bologna and Nice bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station), Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km), Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre).
Available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): 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.
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