- Must visit
Musée Matisse
One of Nice’s signature museums, dedicated to Henri Matisse with paintings, drawings, and personal objects. A major cultural highlight for art lovers.
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
8 h 55 m
Average duration
9 h 58 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Geneva to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 18 buses that leave Geneva for Nice Cote d'Azur Airport on Sun, Jul 12, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct buses cover the 294 km distance in an average of 9 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 55 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest buses will take 10 h 35 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.
3176 · 50710
3816 · 5867
7660 · 50882
3155 · 50107
7464 · 1720
FlixBus
51041 · 54031
7464 · 1720
1717 · 51048
3176 · 50710Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport 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 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a train costs an average of $114.
Distance: 182 miles (294 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$59 Average price Cheapest | $140 Average price | $181 Average price | $233 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 0m Average total duration 8h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport:
A bus is $81 (€67) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport costing on average $140 (€115).
A bus is $123 (€101) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport costing on average $181 (€149).
Other travel options to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 23m.
Bus takes on average 8h 30m.
Tickets start at around $59 (€48) compared to roughly $233 (€191) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $174 (€143). The journey takes 8h 30m versus 5h 36m 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.
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 04:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport buses for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 8h55 | 3:55 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
7660 · 50882 | 7:45 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 11h25 | 7:10 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
50605 · 50710 | 10:30 AM Genève, Aéroport | 10h50 | 9:20 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
51041 · 54031 | 10:30 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 9h55 | 8:25 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
3176 · 50710 | 10:45 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 10h35 | 9:20 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
3816 · 5867 | 11:35 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 12h15 | 11:50 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 11h45 | 11:25 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 11h15 | 1:15 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
50796 · 4732 | 2:00 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 11h35 | 1:35 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:05 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 11h15 | 3:20 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
3812 · 50107 | 6:50 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 12h50 | 7:40 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 PM Genève, Aéroport | 11h45 | 7:45 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
3155 · 50107 | 8:40 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 11h00 | 7:40 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 11h00 | 7:45 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
7464 · 1720 | 11:10 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 10h10 | 9:20 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
57201 · 4733 | 11:40 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 12h20 | 12:00 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Geneva to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 8h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:45, the last at 22:40. The fastest bus covers the 182 miles (294 km) distance in 9h 55m.
Distance 182 miles (294 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 55m |
First bus 4:45 AM |
Last bus 10:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Nice Cote d'Azur Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nice Cote d'Azur Airport trip today.
One of Nice’s signature museums, dedicated to Henri Matisse with paintings, drawings, and personal objects. A major cultural highlight for art lovers.
A nationally important museum focused on Chagall’s biblical works, with monumental paintings and a peaceful garden setting. One of Nice’s most celebrated art sites.
A striking modern museum near the airport featuring Asian art collections and rotating exhibitions. Easy to combine with a short stay on the western side of Nice.
Nice’s iconic seafront boulevard, ideal for walking, cycling, and classic Riviera views. It is the city’s defining public space and a clear must-see.
The old town is a maze of narrow streets, colorful facades, churches, and lively squares. It remains one of the best places to experience the city’s historic character.
Castle Hill offers some of the best panoramic views in Nice, along with landscaped paths, a waterfall, and historic remains. Very popular for photos and sunsets.
A thin chickpea flour pancake baked in a very hot oven, one of Nice’s most iconic street foods and a classic local snack.
The famous salad from Nice, traditionally made with tomatoes, olives, anchovies or tuna, eggs, and raw vegetables in a simple Mediterranean style.
A Niçois tart topped with caramelized onions, anchovies, and olives, prized as a traditional savory bite from the Riviera.
A celebrated small restaurant focused on authentic Niçois cooking, appreciated for traditional recipes and an intimate, no-frills atmosphere.
Elegant restaurant in the Hotel Negresco, known for classic French cuisine and a refined Belle Époque atmosphere near the Promenade des Anglais.
An established casual institution in Nice, especially famous for socca and other Niçois specialties in a simple traditional setting.
Airport prices are above city average. Meals, coffee, and convenience items usually cost more than in central Nice.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 for cafes is polite; 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated, not required.
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