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Musée Matisse
Major museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, set in a Genoese villa in Cimiez, with paintings, drawings, cut-outs, and personal objects tracing his life in Nice.
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$91
Fastest journey
13 h 50 m
Average duration
15 h 27 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
686 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Nice will cost around $91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 15 buses that leave Paris for Nice on Tue, Jun 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 02 the direct buses cover the 686 km distance in an average of 15 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 50 m .
On Tue, Jun 02 the slowest buses will take 16 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.
5133 · 5695
FlixBus · FlixBus
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5133 · 5695
3159 · 50989
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $60.
Distance: 426 miles (686 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$75 Average price Cheapest | $126 Average price | $265 Average price | $289 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.1 - 4.1kg 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 Paris to Nice:
A bus is $51 (€41) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Nice costing on average $126 (€101).
A bus is $190 (€153) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Nice costing on average $265 (€213).
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 50m.
Bus takes on average 8h 40m.
You'll arrive about 43m sooner (8h 40m by bus vs 9h 23m by car) and save roughly $214 (€172) compared to fuel and tolls ($75 (€60) vs $289 (€233)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Allocab.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 18h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 19h05 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $146 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 19h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $149 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 18h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $65 |
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Nice buses for today, Monday, June 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
51991 · 50107 | 3:20 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 16h20 | 7:40 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
50107 | 6:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 12h55 | 7:40 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 19h05 | 3:05 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 13h50 | 9:50 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 17h20 | 1:20 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 20h00 | 6:00 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 17h55 | 3:55 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 18h05 | 5:15 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
5133 · 5695 | 11:20 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 15h10 | 2:30 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 17h45 | 5:15 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
4787 · 5695 | 11:55 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 14h35 | 2:30 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, June 2 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:10 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h05 | 5:15 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:40 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 18h40 | 3:20 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 18h15 | 5:20 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 20h00 | 7:05 AM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Paris to Nice run on average 17 times per day, taking around 8h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $39 (€31) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 426 miles (686 km) distance in 12h 25m.
Distance 426 miles (686 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€31) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 12h 25m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Nice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nice trip today.
Major museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, set in a Genoese villa in Cimiez, with paintings, drawings, cut-outs, and personal objects tracing his life in Nice.
National museum housing one of the world’s most important collections of Marc Chagall’s biblical works, known for its luminous colors and serene setting.
Nice’s leading modern and contemporary art museum, noted for postwar European and American works and its striking rooftop views.
Nice’s iconic seafront boulevard lined with beaches and Belle Époque hotels, essential for walking, cycling, and classic Riviera views.
The old town’s maze of colorful lanes, baroque churches, shutters, and lively squares makes it the city’s most atmospheric area to explore on foot.
Castle Hill park and viewpoint with panoramic city and coast vistas, a waterfall, and some of the best photo spots in Nice.
Nice’s signature salad of tomatoes, eggs, anchovies or tuna, olives, and raw vegetables, traditionally without cooked potatoes or green beans.
A thin chickpea flour pancake baked in a hot oven, lightly crisp outside and soft inside; one of Nice’s most iconic street foods.
A Provençal tart topped with caramelized onions, anchovies, and olives, closely associated with Nice and the surrounding coast.
An established Michelin-starred restaurant blending refined Mediterranean and South African influences in an elegant fine-dining setting.
A long-running family restaurant in Vieux Nice serving classic Niçoise dishes and Provençal favorites in a warm, traditional atmosphere.
A famous small Niçoise restaurant known for traditional local specialties in a simple, intimate setting near the old town.
Prices are high by French standards, especially near the seafront. Bakery food and lunch deals help cut costs.
Service is usually included. Locals may round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Small change for cafes; round up taxis.
Official public transport app
Nice Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur Gare routière Terminal 1, Nice -> Nice-Ville Station, Nice
FlixBus is the main bus company offering services from Paris to Nice daily, and EuroLines offers limited services. Journeys to Nice commence in the evening and arrive early in the morning. The journey will take a little over 12 hours depending on the time of day you choose to travel. Car sharing options provided by BlaBlaCar are also available. FlixBus buses to Nice offer direct services from Paris, other have changes in Lyon, Strasbourg, and Marseille.
Return buses from Nice to Paris | Compare all modes of traveling from Paris to Nice | Or learn more about cheap buses to Nice
Average prices for buses from Paris to Nice when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
|---|---|
Same Day |
€90 |
1 Day in Advance |
€89 |
1 Week in Advance |
€67 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€56 |
1 Month in Advance |
€54 |
3 Months in Advance |
€54 |
Paris to Nice Buses: General Information
While taking a bus is slower than both the plane and train it is significantly cheaper and can take as little as 12 hours and 45 minutes to arrive in Nice.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on Paris to Nice buses decrease the further they are booked in advance:
Paris is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. It is internationally recognized as a city of romance and culture, with stunning architectural features such as the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe. Many tourists also come for the food, with hundreds of high-quality restaurants serving traditional French food. Strolls along the Seine river are just one of the thousands of little pleasures Paris offers among its more major attractions. Although the Mona Lisa may appear to be Paris’ headlining act in a grand splendor of magnificent artwork and majestic museums, it’s the city’s bohemian atmosphere, creative influence and one-of-kind architecture that truly makes Paris a destination worth visiting.
Situated in the beautiful Côte d'Azur only 30 kilometers from the Italian border, Nice is a popular historic and leisurely tourist destination. Located between picturesque mountains and an inviting warm sea, the city sees approximately 4 million tourists visit each year. As well as its beautiful surroundings, numerous museums and a large annual carnival make France’s 5th largest city a popular tourist hot spot.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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.

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