- Must visit
Musée Matisse
Museum in Cimiez dedicated to Henri Matisse, with paintings, drawings, cut-outs, and personal objects in a historic villa.
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 20 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
169 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Portofino to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portofino to Nice will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 4 buses that leave Portofino for Nice on Tue, Jun 16, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 169 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 4 h 5 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Portofino to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $101.
Distance: 105 miles (169 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $178 Average price |
3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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 Portofino to Nice:
A bus is $165 (€134) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Portofino to Nice costing on average $178 (€145).
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 0m.
Train takes on average 3h 8m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
The table below shows live departures for Portofino to Nice buses for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:00 PM Portofino | 3h20 | 3:20 PM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:45 PM Portofino | 2h35 | 5:20 PM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:55 PM Portofino | 4h05 | 2:00 AM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Portofino to Nice run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 105 miles (169 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 105 miles (169 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 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 Cimiez dedicated to Henri Matisse, with paintings, drawings, cut-outs, and personal objects in a historic villa.
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Nice’s museum of modern and contemporary art, known for postwar European and American works and its rooftop views.
Nice’s iconic seafront boulevard, ideal for walking, cycling, sunset views, and classic Riviera atmosphere.
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Hilltop park and viewpoint with panoramic city and sea views, ruins, greenery, and one of Nice’s best photo spots.
Nice’s signature salad of tomatoes, raw vegetables, olives, anchovies or tuna, and hard-boiled eggs. It is the city’s best-known classic and reflects the produce of the Riviera.
A thin chickpea-flour pancake baked in a hot oven or wood-fired oven, usually served with pepper. It is one of Nice’s most iconic street foods.
A local onion tart topped with anchovies and black olives. It is a classic Niçois snack with sweet slow-cooked onions and strong Mediterranean flavors.
An established fine-dining restaurant with a refined tasting-menu approach that blends Mediterranean ingredients with polished modern technique.
A well-known old-town restaurant serving traditional Niçois and Italian-influenced dishes in a classic, friendly family-run atmosphere.
A small, celebrated Niçois institution known for traditional specialties such as petits farcis, pasta, and market-driven Riviera cooking in an intimate setting.
Prices are above average for France, especially in summer. Budget eats are manageable, but hotels and seafront dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated but not required. Small change for cafés and taxis is common.
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