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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
$213
Average price
$218
Fastest journey
35h 45m
Average duration
38h 58m
Buses per day
2
Distance
446 km
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $89. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $89, and a flight costs an average of $43.
Distance: 810 miles (1304 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$152 Average price Cheapest | $179 Average price | $500 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
29h 31m Average total duration 29h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Sofia to Nice:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sofia to Nice costing on average $179 (€147).
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Bus takes on average 29h 1m.
Tickets start at around $152 (€125) compared to roughly $500 (€411) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $348 (€286). The journey takes 29h 1m versus 17h 46m 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 Union Ivkoni International.
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 01:45AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 41h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 28h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $143 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 46h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 35h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $110 |
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Nice buses for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 35h45 | 9:35 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 42h10 | 4:00 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, July 18 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 42h35 | 7:20 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 39h05 | 3:50 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 39h15 | 4:00 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) | 28h15 | 12:15 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 46h10 | 8:30 AM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Sofia to Nice run on average 3 times per day, taking around 29h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $89 (€73) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 01:45, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 810 miles (1304 km) distance in 28h 15m.
Distance 810 miles (1304 km) |
Average bus duration 29h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $89 (€73) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 28h 15m |
First bus 1:45 AM |
Last bus 10:50 PM |
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Best time to book 77 days |
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Gare routière - Terminal 1 -> Jean Médecin, Nice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia 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 Sofia to Nice buses use the София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) 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 Sofia and Nice bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) is 1 km from Sofia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Serdika (in the station), Bistro Bulgaria (0.2 km), Sofia Grill House (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика).
Available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика): 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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