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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
$272
Average price
$345
Fastest journey
1 d 1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 d 5 h 20 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
1029 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Nice will cost around $345 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $272.
It's difficult to get from London 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 London to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $341.
Distance: 639 miles (1029 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
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$171 Average price | $156 Average price Cheapest | $503 Average price | $201 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
22h 56m Average total duration 22h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 52m Average total duration 8h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from London to Nice:
A flight is $15 (€12) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Nice costing on average $171 (€140).
A flight is $347 (€284) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Nice costing on average $503 (€412).
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 22m.
Bus takes on average 22h 26m.
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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 07:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 28h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $275 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 24h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $187 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 27h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $242 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 27h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $367 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 29h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $190 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 34h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $198 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 34h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $219 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 31h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $334 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 30h06 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $240 |
The table below shows live departures for London to Nice buses for today, Friday, June 19. 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 · FlixBus | 7:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 28h50 | 1:20 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 25h20 | 9:50 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 29h50 | 3:20 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 30h06 | 7:05 AM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 30h51 | 7:50 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2 transfers |
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Buses from London to Nice run on average 7 times per day, taking around 22h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $101 (€82) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:06, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 639 miles (1029 km) distance in 23h 25m.
Distance 639 miles (1029 km) |
Average bus duration 22h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $101 (€82) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 23h 25m |
First bus 12:06 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Best time to book 6 days |
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.
Major museum devoted to Marc Chagall, especially his Biblical Message cycle; one of Nice’s most important art museums.
Nice’s contemporary art museum, known for postwar and avant-garde works and a central location near Place Garibaldi.
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.
A Provençal tart topped with caramelized onions, anchovies, and black olives. It is a traditional snack from the Nice area with deep savory flavor.
A Michelin-starred restaurant offering refined seasonal cuisine in an elegant setting. It is one of Nice’s most respected fine-dining addresses.
A famous tiny Niçois institution known for classic local dishes such as petits farcis, pasta, and regional specialties in a simple, intimate setting.
A long-established casual spot celebrated for socca and other traditional Niçois snacks. It is one of the best-known places in Nice for local street-food classics.
Nice is pricier than many French cities, especially for hotels and seafront dining, but bakeries, markets, and local bistros help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxis; small change is fine in cafés and bars.
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