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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 on Sep 18
$100
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$126
Fastest journey on Sep 18
15 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
16 h 52 m
Buses on Sep 18
10
Distance
616 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Saarbrücken to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saarbrücken to Nice will cost around $126 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $100.
It's difficult to get from Saarbrücken to Nice without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Saarbrücken to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $129 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $129, while a train costs an average of $262.
Distance: 382 miles (616 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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$129 Average price Cheapest | $262 Average price | $175 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 50m Average total duration 16h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 34m Average total duration Fastest 8h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg 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 Saarbrücken to Nice:
A bus is $133 (€109) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saarbrücken to Nice costing on average $262 (€214).
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Bus takes on average 16h 20m.
Tickets start at around $129 (€106) compared to roughly $175 (€143) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $46 (€38). The journey takes 16h 20m versus 10h 5m 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.
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 12:00AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 22h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 21h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 21h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 22h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
The table below shows live departures for Saarbrücken to Nice buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM Saarbrücken | 16h50 | 2:50 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Saarbrücken | 18h50 | 6:00 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Saarbrücken | 21h25 | 8:35 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 AM Saarbrücken | 15h55 | 6:10 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 AM Saarbrücken | 15h45 | 6:00 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:25 AM Saarbrücken | 18h10 | 8:35 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:25 AM Saarbrücken | 17h40 | 8:05 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 1 transfer | |
30483 · 50107 | 9:45 AM Saarbrücken | 21h55 | 7:40 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 PM Saarbrücken | 19h10 | 8:05 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 PM Saarbrücken | 21h45 | 1:20 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Saarbrücken to Nice run on average 9 times per day, taking around 16h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $52 (€43) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 382 miles (616 km) distance in 13h 35m.
Distance 382 miles (616 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€43) |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 13h 35m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saarbrücken 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 Saarbrücken to Nice buses use the Saarbrücken, Busbahnhof 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 Saarbrücken and Nice bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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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