- Must visit
Musée Matisse
Museum in Cimiez dedicated to Henri Matisse, with paintings, drawings, cut-outs, and personal objects in a historic villa.
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
9 h 40 m
Average duration
9 h 48 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
403 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Clermont-Ferrand to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Clermont-Ferrand to Nice will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 2 buses that leave Clermont-Ferrand for Nice on Wed, Jun 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct buses cover the 403 km distance in an average of 9 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 40 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest buses will take 9 h 55 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.
FlixBus
3159 · 50989
FlixBus
3159 · 50989Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Clermont-Ferrand to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $98.
Distance: 250 miles (403 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$50 Average price Cheapest | $167 Average price | $199 Average price | $188 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 24m Average total duration 8h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 18m Average total duration Fastest 6h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 34m Average total duration 11h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Clermont-Ferrand to Nice:
A bus is $117 (€94) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Clermont-Ferrand to Nice costing on average $167 (€135).
A bus is $148 (€120) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Clermont-Ferrand to Nice costing on average $199 (€160).
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 54m.
Flight takes on average 11h 34m.
Tickets start at around $50 (€41) compared to roughly $188 (€152) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $137 (€111). The journey takes 8h 54m versus 6h 6m 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 FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, 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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
The table below shows live departures for Clermont-Ferrand to Nice buses for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 12h15 | 9:50 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:35 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 9h30 | 7:05 AM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, June 3 | |||||
3159 · 50989 | 5:35 AM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 9h55 | 3:30 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:35 AM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 9h40 | 5:15 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Clermont-Ferrand to Nice run on average 9 times per day, taking around 8h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:25, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 250 miles (403 km) distance in 9h 10m.
Distance 250 miles (403 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€21) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 10m |
First bus 1:25 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.
Museum in Cimiez dedicated to Henri Matisse, with paintings, drawings, cut-outs, and personal objects in a historic villa.
National museum holding one of the world’s most important collections of Marc Chagall’s Biblical message works.
Nice’s museum of modern and contemporary art, known for postwar European and American works and its rooftop views.
Nice’s iconic seafront boulevard, ideal for walking, cycling, sunset views, and classic Riviera atmosphere.
The old town’s narrow lanes, colorful facades, markets, and lively squares make it a core area for first-time visitors.
Hilltop park and viewpoint with panoramic city and sea views, ruins, greenery, and one of Nice’s best photo spots.
Nice’s signature salad of tomatoes, raw vegetables, olives, anchovies or tuna, and hard-boiled eggs. It is the city’s best-known classic and reflects the produce of the Riviera.
A thin chickpea-flour pancake baked in a hot oven or wood-fired oven, usually served with pepper. It is one of Nice’s most iconic street foods.
A local onion tart topped with anchovies and black olives. It is a classic Niçois snack with sweet slow-cooked onions and strong Mediterranean flavors.
An established fine-dining restaurant with a refined tasting-menu approach that blends Mediterranean ingredients with polished modern technique.
A well-known old-town restaurant serving traditional Niçois and Italian-influenced dishes in a classic, friendly family-run atmosphere.
A small, celebrated Niçois institution known for traditional specialties such as petits farcis, pasta, and market-driven Riviera cooking in an intimate setting.
Prices are above average for France, especially in summer. Budget eats are manageable, but hotels and seafront dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated but not required. Small change for cafés and taxis is common.
Official public transport app
Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur Gare routière Terminal 1 -> Nice-Ville Station, Nice
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