- Must visit
Musée Matisse
One of Nice’s signature museums, housing major works by Henri Matisse in an elegant villa in Cimiez.
Cheapest price
$112
Average price
$146
Fastest journey
23 h 10 m
Average duration
23 h 10 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
828 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lille Airport 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 Lille Airport to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport will cost around $146 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $112.
Of the 2 buses that leave Lille Airport for Nice Cote d'Azur Airport on Fri, Jul 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 03 the direct buses cover the 828 km distance in an average of 23 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 23 h 10 m .
On Fri, Jul 03 the slowest buses will take 23 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.




Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lille Airport to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a train costs an average of $101.
Distance: 514 miles (828 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$111 Average price Cheapest | $144 Average price | $174 Average price | $353 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 5m Average total duration 15h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lille Airport to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport:
A bus is $34 (€28) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lille Airport to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport costing on average $144 (€119).
A bus is $64 (€53) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille Airport to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport costing on average $174 (€144).
Other travel options to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 20m.
Bus takes on average 15h 35m.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 37h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $190 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 23h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $180 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 22h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 23h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 20h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 34h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $190 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 18h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 17h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 23h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $94 |
The table below shows live departures for Lille Airport to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport buses for today, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:20 AM Lille Airport | 37h10 | 7:30 PM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Lille Airport | 20h10 | 6:40 AM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:55 AM Lille Airport | 18h45 | 6:40 AM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:35 PM Lille Airport | 17h05 | 5:40 AM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Lille Airport | 23h10 | 4:10 PM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 0 transfersDirect |
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Buses from Lille Airport to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport run on average 2 times per day, taking around 15h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $58 (€48) but you can travel from only $42 (€35) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 17:35. The fastest bus covers the 514 miles (828 km) distance in 16h 50m.
Distance 514 miles (828 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€48) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 16h 50m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 5:35 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, housing major works by Henri Matisse in an elegant villa in Cimiez.
A major national museum centered on Chagall’s Biblical Message series, widely considered one of Nice’s cultural highlights.
A striking modern museum near the airport featuring Asian art and rotating exhibitions in a calm lakeside setting.
Nice’s iconic seafront boulevard, perfect for walking, cycling, and classic Riviera views from near the airport to the center.
The atmospheric old town with narrow lanes, colorful façades, lively squares, and a distinctly Mediterranean character.
Castle Hill is the city’s classic viewpoint, popular for sweeping panoramas, greenery, and photo-worthy overlooks.
Nice’s signature salad of tomatoes, olives, anchovies or tuna, eggs, and raw vegetables. It is one of the city’s most famous traditional dishes.
A thin chickpea flour pancake baked in a hot oven or wood-fired pan. It is a beloved Niçoise street food, often eaten hot with pepper.
A Provençal tart topped with caramelized onions, anchovies, and olives. It is a classic snack from Nice and the surrounding coast.
A refined Michelin-starred restaurant in Nice offering creative fine dining with strong local and Mediterranean influence in an elegant setting.
A small, famous Niçoise restaurant known for traditional local dishes in a simple, intimate setting. Highly regarded for authentic regional cooking.
An established casual spot celebrated for socca and other Niçoise specialties. A classic choice for trying traditional local street-style food.
Airport prices are higher than in town. Snacks and coffee are manageable, but full meals and taxis cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Small change for cafés and taxis is enough.
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Nice Cote d'Azur Airport -> Nice Ville
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