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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
$2
Average price
$3
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
21 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 $2.
Of the 5 buses that leave Monaco - Monte-Carlo for Nice on Wed, Jul 22, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct buses cover the 13 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 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 $6.
Distance: 8 miles (13 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$6 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price | $8 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 $0.96 (€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 $8 (€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 03:10AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 03:49PM | Duration 0h19 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $2 |
The table below shows live departures for Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Nice buses for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:00 AM Monaco - Monte-Carlo | 0h10 | 6:10 AM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Monaco - Monte-Carlo | 0h20 | 8:20 AM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Monaco - Monte-Carlo | 0h20 | 8:20 AM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM Monaco - Monte-Carlo | 0h30 | 1:00 PM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:40 PM Monaco - Monte-Carlo | 0h10 | 3:50 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 |
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Museum in a seventeenth-century villa housing major biblical works by Marc Chagall. It is one of Nice's most important art collections.
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The old town's lively maze of narrow streets, Baroque churches, and colorful façades. It is essential for history, atmosphere, and local character.
Main square rebuilt with elegant arcades, public art, and tram access. It links the old town and modern center and hosts major city events.
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