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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
$52
Average price
$79
Fastest journey
9 h 10 m
Average duration
9 h 32 m
Buses per day
12
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 $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 12 buses that leave Clermont-Ferrand for Nice on Sat, Jul 18, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 18 the direct buses cover the 403 km distance in an average of 9 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 10 m .
On Sat, Jul 18 the slowest buses will take 10 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.
50005 · 54031
94561 · 50107
7465 · 5695
FlixBus
7863 · 5867
50005 · 54031
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio 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 $26. 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 $26, and a flight costs an average of $97.
Distance: 250 miles (403 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$50 Average price Cheapest | $164 Average price | $195 Average price | $185 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 $115 (€94) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Clermont-Ferrand to Nice costing on average $164 (€135).
A bus is $146 (€120) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Clermont-Ferrand to Nice costing on average $195 (€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 $185 (€152) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $135 (€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 12:30AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
The table below shows live departures for Clermont-Ferrand to Nice buses for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
94561 · 50107 | 9:15 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 10h25 | 7:40 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 | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 10h15 | 7:50 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, July 18 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:50 AM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 10h05 | 1:55 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
7465 · 5695 | 4:05 AM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 10h25 | 2:30 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
51011 · 4705 | 4:55 AM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 10h25 | 3:20 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
3159 · 3136 | 5:35 AM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 12h35 | 6:10 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 | |
50882 | 9:00 AM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 10h10 | 7:10 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50005 · 54031 | 11:15 AM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 9h10 | 8:25 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:25 AM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 9h15 | 8:40 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
7863 · 5867 | 1:00 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 10h50 | 11:50 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
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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 $26 (€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 $26 (€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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Museum in a seventeenth-century villa housing major biblical works by Marc Chagall. It is one of Nice's most important art collections.
Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse in a Genoese villa at Cimiez. It presents paintings, drawings, and personal objects from the artist's life.
Museum of modern and contemporary art with works by Nouveau Réalisme and Pop Art artists. Its rooftop offers memorable views over Nice.
Nice's iconic seafront promenade stretches along the Baie des Anges. It is ideal for walking, cycling, and experiencing the city's Riviera atmosphere.
The old town's lively maze of narrow streets, Baroque churches, and colorful façades. It is essential for history, atmosphere, and local character.
Main square rebuilt with elegant arcades, public art, and tram access. It links the old town and modern center and hosts major city events.
A thin chickpea flour pancake baked until crisp. A Niçois street food staple, best eaten hot with pepper, and rooted in the city’s Ligurian heritage.
A deep fried chickpea fritter, often sold in strips. It is a classic Niçois snack linked to local Italian influences and market eating culture.
A salad of tomatoes, raw vegetables, olives, anchovies or tuna, and eggs. It is one of Nice’s most famous traditional dishes and reflects Mediterranean produce.
Elegant Michelin starred restaurant focused on refined Mediterranean cuisine with Riviera products, offering a polished fine dining experience.
Historic old town institution known for classic Niçois cuisine such as petits farcis and daube, served in a traditional, lively brasserie setting.
Casual specialist for socca and other Niçois staples near the old town market. Simple, famous, and ideal for an authentic local lunch.
Nice is pricier than many French cities. Hotels, seafront dining, and summer travel raise costs, while local transit stays reasonable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafes.
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Gare routière - Terminal 1 -> Jean Médecin, Nice
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