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Musée Matisse
Museum in Cimiez dedicated to Henri Matisse, with paintings, drawings, cut-outs, and personal objects in a historic villa.
Cheapest price
$183
Average price
$214
Fastest journey
1 d 1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 d 4 h 30 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
1116 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hamburg to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Nice will cost around $214 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $183.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Nice without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $86. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 2.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $86, and a train costs an average of $356.
Distance: 693 miles (1116 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$140 Average price Cheapest | $192 Average price | $356 Average price | $395 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
26h 32m Average total duration 26h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 27h 52m Average total duration 27h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.1 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.3 - 6.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Nice:
A bus is $52 (€43) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Nice costing on average $192 (€157).
A bus is $216 (€176) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Nice costing on average $356 (€291).
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Bus takes on average 26h 2m.
Train takes on average 27h 22m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 30h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $155 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 27h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 25h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:33AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 29h47 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $154 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 31h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $210 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:42AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 28h38 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $210 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:33AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 32h27 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $161 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 28h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 29h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 29h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:33PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 23h47 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 29h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:42PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 27h23 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:33PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 26h32 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 26h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 37h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $157 |
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Nice buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 4:42 PM Hamburg Harburg | 27h53 | 8:35 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 4:42 PM Hamburg Harburg | 27h23 | 8:05 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 5:33 PM Hamburg Hbf | 27h02 | 8:35 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 5:33 PM Hamburg Hbf | 26h32 | 8:05 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 26h05 | 8:05 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 26h35 | 8:35 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2 transfers | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 25h50 | 8:05 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 28h20 | 3:05 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 29h00 | 4:00 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 30h15 | 5:15 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 29h05 | 6:00 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Hamburg to Nice run on average 10 times per day, taking around 26h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $86 (€70) but you can travel from only $70 (€58) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 693 miles (1116 km) distance in 25h 35m.
Distance 693 miles (1116 km) |
Average bus duration 26h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $86 (€70) |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 25h 35m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:45 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.
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Nice’s iconic seafront boulevard, ideal for walking, cycling, and classic Riviera views along the Baie des Anges.
Hilltop park and viewpoint with sweeping panoramas over Nice, the port, and the coastline; one of the city’s top photo spots.
The old town’s maze of colorful streets, Baroque architecture, and lively squares makes it a core area for first-time visitors.
Nice’s signature salad of tomatoes, raw vegetables, olives, anchovies or tuna, and eggs, dressed simply with olive oil. It is a classic expression of Niçois cuisine.
A thin, crisp chickpea-flour pancake baked in a wood-fired oven and eaten hot with pepper. It is one of the most iconic street foods in Nice.
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Nice is pricier than many French cities, especially for hotels and seafront dining, but bakeries, markets, and local bistros help keep daily costs manageable.
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