- Must visit
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
zł367
Average price
zł533
Fastest journey
11 h 50 m
Average duration
14 h 23 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
595 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Munich to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Nice will cost around zł533 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł367.
Of the 5 buses that leave Munich for Nice on Mon, Aug 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct buses cover the 595 km distance in an average of 14 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 50 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest buses will take 16 h 10 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Munich to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from zł162. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł162, and a train costs an average of zł583.
Distance: 369 miles (595 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
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zł292 Average price Cheapest | zł1106 Average price | zł1494 Average price | zł599 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 25m Average total duration 11h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 49m Average total duration 15h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Nice:
A bus is zł815 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Nice costing on average zł1106.
A bus is zł1202 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Nice costing on average zł1494.
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 55m.
Train takes on average 15h 19m.
Tickets start at around zł292 compared to roughly zł599 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł307. The journey takes 11h 55m versus 9h 32m 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 FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
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 |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 20h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price zł440 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł472 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price zł624 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 21h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price zł548 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price zł537 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł486 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 17h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price zł431 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 20h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price zł482 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price zł569 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 19h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price zł509 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 21h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price zł672 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł500 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price zł477 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 18h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price zł578 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł275 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł436 |
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Nice buses for today, Sunday, August 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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4733 | 11:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 12h30 | 12:00 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 16h10 | 4:00 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 15h15 | 3:05 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, August 3 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:50 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 16h10 | 6:00 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:15 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 11h50 | 8:05 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Munich to Nice run on average 7 times per day, taking around 11h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at zł162 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 369 miles (595 km) distance in 11h 50m.
Distance 369 miles (595 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price zł162 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 50m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Nice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nice trip today.
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.
Official public transport app
Gare routière - Terminal 1 -> Jean Médecin, Nice
Traveling from Munich to Nice by bus is a wonderful way to see more of the European countryside. There are several buses leaving Munich for Nice every day of the week, so travelers can pick the date and time that is most convenient. Many of the itineraries are overnight, making the 11-17 hour journey pass quickly.
FlixBus is the only bus company with a service from Munich to Nice. FlixBus originally began as an alternative to carpooling and the Deutsche Bahn rail system but has quickly expanded throughout Europe. FlixBus offers WiFi and a carbon emission offset program. For a 1-3% increase in fare, FlixBus will donate the added fare price to climate projects to offset the equivalent CO2 emissions that trip would create.
The journey from Munich to Nice by bus is quite long. A direct route gets passengers to Nice in 11 hours and 50 minutes. About half of the bus services offered are direct. Other itineraries have one connection. The connections last between 2-3 hours and can bring the total travel time to about 17 hours, depending on the time of departure. Connections are available in cities such as Milan and Bologna.
There are seven or eight buses between Munich and Madrid on both weekdays and weekends. The additional 8th bus is more commonly found on a weekday. The bus service operates 24 hours a day. The first bus leaves shortly after midnight and the last bus departs around 11:30 p.m.
Departure Bus Station: The Munich Central Bus Station, or Munich ZOB, is the only major bus station in the city. It was built in 2009 and is adjacent to the Munich HBF, the main railway station. It is in central Munich and incredibly accessible. It has 29 bus terminals and a small shopping area above it.
Arrival Bus Station: The Aeroport Nice Côte d’Azur is both an airport and a bus station. It is located 30 minutes from downtown Nice and is accessible by public transit, taxis, and private cars. Nice Airport Terminal T1 is also located within the Aeroport Nice Côte d’Azur. It is listed differently as it is at the end of the departure terminal and not the arrivals terminal. Gare Routière Nice Côte d'Azur is the second convenient bus station because and is located within downtown Nice instead of away near the airport.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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 Munich to Nice buses use the München, ZOB 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 Munich and Nice bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
München, ZOB is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria München ZOB (in the station), Bavarian Bistro (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at München, ZOB.
Available at München, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at München, ZOB: 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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