- 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
$42
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 54 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from La Spezia to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from La Spezia to Nice will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
It's difficult to get from La Spezia to Nice without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from La Spezia to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $266.
Distance: 131 miles (211 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$35 Average price Cheapest | $60 Average price | $288 Average price | $105 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 55m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.3kg 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 La Spezia to Nice:
A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from La Spezia to Nice costing on average $60 (€49).
A bus is $253 (€206) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from La Spezia to Nice costing on average $288 (€235).
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 0m.
Flight takes on average 8h 55m.
Tickets start at around $35 (€28) compared to roughly $105 (€85) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $70 (€57). The journey takes 4h 27m versus 3h 47m 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, BlaBlaCar Bus.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
The table below shows live departures for La Spezia to Nice buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 6. 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 | 3:30 AM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 6h05 | 9:35 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 AM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 5h55 | 1:05 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 5h20 | 9:20 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:05 PM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 6h15 | 12:20 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from La Spezia to Nice run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 131 miles (211 km) distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 131 miles (211 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 12:55 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Best time to book 49 days |
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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.
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