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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
€31
Average price
€31
Fastest journey
10 h 15 m
Average duration
10 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
441 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Mestre to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mestre to Nice will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 1 buses that leave Mestre for Nice on Fri, Aug 14, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 14 the direct buses cover the 441 km distance in an average of 10 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 15 m .
On Fri, Aug 14 the slowest buses will take 10 h 15 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Mestre to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €38.
Distance: 274 miles (441 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€38 Average price Cheapest | €99 Average price | €112 Average price | €146 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 1m Average total duration 9h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 23m Average total duration 6h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 11m Average total duration Fastest 6h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Mestre to Nice:
A bus is €61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mestre to Nice costing on average €99.
A bus is €74 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mestre to Nice costing on average €112.
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 53m.
Bus takes on average 9h 31m.
Tickets start at around €38 compared to roughly €146 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €108. The journey takes 9h 31m versus 5h 28m 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 Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus.
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 Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €75 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €31 |
The table below shows live departures for Mestre to Nice buses for today, Thursday, August 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:00 PM Mestre | 12h00 | 3:00 AM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, August 14 | |||||
![]() | 2:00 AM Mestre | 10h15 | 12:15 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Mestre to Nice run on average 15 times per day, taking around 9h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €26 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 274 miles (441 km) distance in 9h 50m.
Distance 274 miles (441 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 50m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Gare routière - Terminal 1 -> Jean Médecin, Nice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mestre 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 Mestre to Nice buses use the Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) 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 Mestre and Nice bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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