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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
$112
Average price
$156
Fastest journey
18 h 10 m
Average duration
19 h 14 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
824 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brussels to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Nice will cost around $156 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $112.
It's difficult to get from Brussels to Nice without transferring at least once.
51094 · 3136
1646 · 50107
FlixBus · FlixBus
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
1646 · 50107
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51094 · 3136
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $65, and a train costs an average of $154.
Distance: 512 miles (824 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$116 Average price Cheapest | $222 Average price | $296 Average price | $341 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 18m Average total duration 15h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 54m Average total duration 9h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.8 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | 2.5 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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 Brussels to Nice:
A bus is $106 (€85) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Nice costing on average $222 (€179).
A bus is $180 (€145) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Nice costing on average $296 (€238).
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 24m.
Bus takes on average 15h 48m.
Tickets start at around $116 (€93) compared to roughly $341 (€274) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $225 (€181). The journey takes 15h 48m versus 11h 54m 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.
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 04:15AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 26h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 24h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 23h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 26h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 22h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 18h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 25h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 26h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 25h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 26h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 21h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $112 |
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Nice buses for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 AM Brussels, Gare Du Midi | 23h30 | 9:35 AM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 AM Brussels, Gare Du Midi | 23h45 | 9:50 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2 transfers | |
1646 · 50107 | 1:30 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 18h10 | 7:40 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 18h25 | 9:35 AM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 18h40 | 9:50 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 25h45 | 6:00 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 25h25 | 8:05 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 20h20 | 4:35 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 26h25 | 10:40 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 2 transfers | |
4740 · 4704 | 8:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 21h40 | 6:20 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
51094 · 3136 | 10:15 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 19h55 | 6:10 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
3275 · 50489 | 8:35 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 24h25 | 9:00 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Brussels to Nice run on average 10 times per day, taking around 15h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $65 (€52) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 512 miles (824 km) distance in 17h 14m.
Distance 512 miles (824 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€52) |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 17h 14m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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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.
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