- 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
$3
Average price
$3
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
18 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Nice will cost around $3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 5 buses that leave Monaco - Monte-Carlo for Nice on Sat, Jun 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 06 the direct buses cover the 13 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
On Sat, Jun 06 the slowest buses will take 30 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 train as it is the most popular option from Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 8 miles (13 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$6 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 2m Average total duration 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Nice:
A bus is $0.98 (€0.79) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Nice costing on average $7 (€6).
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Bus takes on average 32m.
Tickets start at around $6 (€5) compared to roughly $9 (€7) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $2 (€2). The journey takes 32m versus 31m 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, SNCF | Autocar, ZOU! Proximité.
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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
The table below shows live departures for Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Nice buses for today, Friday, June 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:50 PM Monaco - Monte-Carlo | 0h30 | 10:20 PM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:40 PM Monaco - Monte-Carlo | 0h20 | 11:00 PM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:40 PM Monaco - Monte-Carlo | 0h30 | 11:10 PM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:10 PM Monaco - Monte-Carlo | 0h30 | 11:40 PM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:20 PM Monaco - Monte-Carlo | 0h20 | 11:40 PM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:50 AM Monaco - Monte-Carlo | 0h20 | 8:10 AM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Monaco - Monte-Carlo | 0h30 | 8:30 AM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Monaco - Monte-Carlo | 0h10 | 11:40 AM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Monaco - Monte-Carlo | 0h20 | 2:20 PM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:30 PM Monaco - Monte-Carlo | 0h10 | 2:40 PM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Nice run on average 5 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 8 miles (13 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 8 miles (13 km) |
Average bus duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 6:20 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 56 days |
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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 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.
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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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