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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
$22
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
3h 10m
Average duration
5h 9m
Buses per day
21
Distance
269 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a flight costs an average of $182.
Distance: 169 miles (273 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$27 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price | $413 Average price | $107 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 14m Average total duration 7h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Montpellier to Nice:
A bus is $42 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Nice costing on average $69 (€57).
A bus is $385 (€315) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Nice costing on average $413 (€338).
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 11m.
Flight takes on average 7h 14m.
Tickets start at around $27 (€22) compared to roughly $107 (€87) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $79 (€65). The journey takes 5h 11m versus 3h 40m 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 Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Internorte, Gipsyy, Infobus.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Nice buses for today, Thursday, July 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 12:35 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 6h05 | 6:40 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3136 | 1:15 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 4h55 | 6:10 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:45 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 6h00 | 7:45 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:45 PM Montpellier | 6h00 | 7:45 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 5h50 | 7:50 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4734 | 2:10 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 5h05 | 7:15 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50487 | 2:30 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 5h45 | 8:15 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 5h10 | 9:30 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:10 PM Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 6h15 | 11:25 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
93118 · 5867 | 5:25 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 6h25 | 11:50 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
50591 | 5:45 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 5h10 | 10:55 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 5h05 | 1:15 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4732 | 8:20 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 5h15 | 1:35 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:20 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 5h15 | 1:35 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:20 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 5h15 | 1:35 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 5h30 | 2:45 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
51047 | 11:15 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 5h50 | 5:05 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 17 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 6h40 | 10:20 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
50489 | 3:45 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 5h15 | 9:00 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3182 | 4:55 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 4h45 | 9:40 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:55 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 4h45 | 9:40 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:55 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 4h45 | 9:40 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur | 0 transfersDirect | |
50757 | 5:30 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 6h05 | 11:35 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 5h00 | 12:30 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 5h10 | 1:20 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 0 transfersDirect | |
4705 | 10:00 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 5h20 | 3:20 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 AM Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 6h30 | 4:35 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Montpellier to Nice run on average 22 times per day, taking around 5h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 18 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 169 miles (273 km) distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 169 miles (273 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 12:50 AM |
Last bus 11:55 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.
Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse in a Genoese villa at Cimiez. It presents paintings, drawings, and personal objects from the artist's life.
Museum of modern and contemporary art with works by Nouveau Réalisme and Pop Art artists. Its rooftop offers memorable views over Nice.
Nice's iconic seafront promenade stretches along the Baie des Anges. It is ideal for walking, cycling, and experiencing the city's Riviera atmosphere.
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.
A thin chickpea flour pancake baked until crisp. A Niçois street food staple, best eaten hot with pepper, and rooted in the city’s Ligurian heritage.
A deep fried chickpea fritter, often sold in strips. It is a classic Niçois snack linked to local Italian influences and market eating culture.
A salad of tomatoes, raw vegetables, olives, anchovies or tuna, and eggs. It is one of Nice’s most famous traditional dishes and reflects Mediterranean produce.
Elegant Michelin starred restaurant focused on refined Mediterranean cuisine with Riviera products, offering a polished fine dining experience.
Historic old town institution known for classic Niçois cuisine such as petits farcis and daube, served in a traditional, lively brasserie setting.
Casual specialist for socca and other Niçois staples near the old town market. Simple, famous, and ideal for an authentic local lunch.
Nice is pricier than many French cities. Hotels, seafront dining, and summer travel raise costs, while local transit stays reasonable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafes.
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Gare routière - Terminal 1 -> Jean Médecin, Nice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier 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 Montpellier to Nice buses use the Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière to Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) station pair, with some services arriving at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur. Use this guide to compare Montpellier and Nice bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière is 3 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière.
Available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
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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