- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Chambéry
The city’s main fine arts museum, known for its strong Italian painting collection and temporary exhibitions in a former grain market building.
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
9 h 27 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
233 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nice to Chambéry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Chambéry will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 11 buses that leave Nice for Chambéry on Fri, Jun 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 233 km distance in an average of 9 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 10 h 35 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.
4731 · 50847
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5866 · 50793
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5696 · 94781Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nice to Chambéry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. 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 $29, and a flight costs an average of $98.
Distance: 144 miles (233 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$44 Average price Cheapest | $128 Average price | $294 Average price | $147 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 4m Average total duration 7h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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 Nice to Chambéry:
A bus is $84 (€69) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nice to Chambéry costing on average $128 (€105).
A bus is $249 (€204) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nice to Chambéry costing on average $294 (€241).
Other travel options to Chambéry take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 56m.
Bus takes on average 7h 34m.
Tickets start at around $44 (€36) compared to roughly $147 (€120) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $103 (€84). The journey takes 7h 34m versus 5h 9m 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.
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 01:25AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Chambéry buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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4704 · 51040 | 6:30 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 11h50 | 6:20 AM Chambéry, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 10h15 | 5:00 AM Chambéry, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:35 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 9h00 | 6:35 AM Chambéry, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 11h10 | 10:00 AM Chambéry, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
4731 · 50847 | 4:10 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 10h40 | 2:50 PM Chambéry, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
5866 · 50793 | 7:00 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 11h00 | 6:00 PM Chambéry, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 8h00 | 3:10 PM Chambéry, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 AM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 10h35 | 5:50 PM Chambéry, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 10h40 | 7:35 PM Chambéry, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 11h10 | 11:10 PM Chambéry, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
5696 · 94781 | 4:30 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 10h35 | 3:05 AM Chambéry, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Nice to Chambéry run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 144 miles (233 km) distance in 8h 50m.
Distance 144 miles (233 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 50m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Chambéry — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chambéry trip today.
The city’s main fine arts museum, known for its strong Italian painting collection and temporary exhibitions in a former grain market building.
The principal museum of Savoy history and identity, presenting archaeology, ethnography, and regional heritage in a restored convent setting.
A local natural history museum with geology, zoology, and Alpine-focused displays that appeal to families and visitors interested in regional nature.
The old town is the essential walking area, loved for its traboules, pastel facades, intimate lanes, and lively historic atmosphere.
The city’s best-known pedestrian street-square, lined with arcades and historic buildings, ideal for experiencing central Chambéry on foot.
A key square by the ducal castle, offering one of the best urban viewpoints onto Chambéry’s political and architectural heart.
A classic Savoie fondue made by melting local cheeses such as Beaufort, Comté, and Emmental with white wine. It is one of the region’s signature mountain dishes.
A hearty Alpine gratin of potatoes, onions, lardons, cream, and Reblochon cheese. It is strongly associated with Savoie mountain cooking and winter dining.
A Savoyard baked dish similar to tartiflette, but made with crozets, the small traditional buckwheat or wheat pasta squares from Savoie, plus cheese and often bacon.
A respected fine-dining option in Chambéry known for contemporary French cooking, elegant presentation, and a more upscale dining experience.
A well-known Chambéry restaurant serving refined French cuisine with a polished but welcoming atmosphere in the historic center.
An established local address for Savoyard specialties, especially cheese-based mountain dishes, in a warm traditional setting.
Prices are moderate by French standards: everyday meals are reasonable, while hotels and fine dining cost more in peak seasons.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 at cafés is appreciated; 5-10% in restaurants for great service is optional. Round up taxi fares.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice to Chambéry 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 Chambéry, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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