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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
$40
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h 40 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
206 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Grenoble to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grenoble to Nice will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 15 buses that leave Grenoble for Nice on Fri, Jul 24, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 24 the direct buses cover the 206 km distance in an average of 7 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .
On Fri, Jul 24 the slowest buses will take 8 h 10 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.
50796 · 4732
50710
7390 · 3136
FlixBus
7860 · 54031
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Grenoble to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $145.
Distance: 128 miles (206 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$35 Average price Cheapest | $108 Average price | $277 Average price | $104 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Grenoble to Nice:
A bus is $73 (€73) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grenoble to Nice costing on average $108 (€108).
A bus is $243 (€243) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Grenoble to Nice costing on average $277 (€277).
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 8m.
Bus takes on average 7h 5m.
Tickets start at around $35 (€35) compared to roughly $104 (€104) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $70 (€70). The journey takes 7h 5m versus 4h 45m 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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
The table below shows live departures for Grenoble to Nice buses for today, Thursday, July 23. 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 AM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 8h00 | 5:15 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
7390 · 3136 | 10:00 AM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 8h10 | 6:10 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:45 AM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 7h05 | 5:50 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
7860 · 54031 | 11:00 AM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 9h25 | 8:25 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 8h25 | 8:40 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 10h15 | 10:40 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 1 transfer | |
51982 · 5867 | 2:15 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 9h35 | 11:50 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
50710 | 2:20 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 7h00 | 9:20 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:40 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 8h45 | 11:25 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 9h45 | 1:15 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
50796 · 4732 | 4:50 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 8h45 | 1:35 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 9h35 | 7:05 AM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:35 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 8h10 | 7:45 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 8h55 | 8:30 AM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Grenoble to Nice run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€22) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 128 miles (206 km) distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 128 miles (206 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€22) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:50 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 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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grenoble 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 Grenoble to Nice buses use the Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard 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 Grenoble and Nice bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Petit Vatel (0.5 km), Brasserie Chavant (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard.
Available at Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard: 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.
Nice, Boulevard Jacqueline Auriol Supérieur (Aéroport Terminal 2) is 6 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice, Boulevard Jacqueline Auriol Supérieur (Aéroport Terminal 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the departure area.
Ticket office support is available at Nice, Boulevard Jacqueline Auriol Supérieur (Aéroport Terminal 2).
Available at Nice, Boulevard Jacqueline Auriol Supérieur (Aéroport Terminal 2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice, Boulevard Jacqueline Auriol Supérieur (Aéroport Terminal 2): Elevators, ramps.
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