How to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Nice

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Nice

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF81 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF81, while a train costs an average of CHF243.

Distance: 448 miles (721 km)

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4h 38m

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The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Nice is a bus with an average price of CHF81.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Nice:

A bus is CHF147 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Nice costing on average CHF229.

A bus is CHF162 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Nice costing on average CHF243.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Nice is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 38m.

Other travel options to Nice take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 40m.

Bus takes on average 15h 57m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Nice including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Nice among Omio's users.

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from Frankfurt am Main to Nice

How to get from Frankfurt am Main to Nice by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Nice is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:15 AM20h05
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    3:20 AMNice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    CHF791One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:15 AM20h05
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    3:20 AMNice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    CHF791One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH1060
    12:10 PM1h35
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    1:45 PMNice Cote d'Azur Airport
    CHF3471One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 60403+SNCF | TGV INOUI5537+Südwestdeutsche Verkehrs-AG87406
    3:14 AM19h29
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    10:43 PMNice-Ville
    CHF1441One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 60403+SNCF | TGV INOUI12177+Südwestdeutsche Verkehrs-AG87406
    3:14 AM19h29
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    10:43 PMNice-Ville
    CHF1441One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 60403+SNCF | TGV INOUI2356 · 6177+Südwestdeutsche Verkehrs-AG87406
    3:14 AM16h50
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    8:04 PMNice-Ville
    CHF1601One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    5:55 AM21h25
    Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    3:20 AMNice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    CHF831One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:15 AM22h50
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    7:05 AMNice, Gare Routière Vauban
    CHF871One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:00 PM19h55
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    3:55 PMNice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    CHF971One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1319 · AF7322
    6:30 PM4h10
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:40 PMNice Cote d'Azur Airport
    CHF2281One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1519 · AF7310
    9:45 AM4h35
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    2:20 PMNice Cote d'Azur Airport
    CHF2281One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1219 · AF7318
    3:10 PM4h35
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    7:45 PMNice Cote d'Azur Airport
    CHF2281One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Frankfurt am Main to Nice

Travel to Nice easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Frankfurt am Main to Nice.

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There are 3 options to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Nice including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Nice is a bus with an average price of CHF81.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Nice:

A bus is CHF147 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Nice costing on average CHF229.

A bus is CHF162 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Nice costing on average CHF243.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Nice is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 38m.

Other travel options to Nice take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 40m.

Bus takes on average 15h 57m.

The distance from Frankfurt am Main to Nice is approximately 448 miles (721 km).
The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Nice is:
  • Around 39 flights per day.
  • Around 18 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Frankfurt am Main and Nice as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Frankfurt am Main to Nice:
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Nice Cote d'Azur Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Frankfurt South station and arrive in Nice-Ville.
  • Buses mostly depart from Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) and arrive in Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Nice, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Nice by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Nice by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Air France, KLM, ITA, Condor Flugdienst, KLM Cityhopper, Malta Air, Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss to go to Nice by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Frankfurt am Main to Nice with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 3 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline.
Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt am Main to Nice often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Monaco - Monte-Carlo, Milan, Barcelona, Marseille. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Nice and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Nice to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Nice, you can explore the vibrant Cours Saleya Market, visit the stunning Nice Cathedral, and enjoy world-class performances at the Nice Opera House. Discover the beauty of Phoenix Park's botanical gardens and zoo, or take a boat tour along the French Riviera's coastline. Don't miss a stroll along the Promenade des Anglais, the panoramic views from Castle Hill, or the artistic treasures at Musée Matisse and the Marc Chagall National Museum. Immerse yourself in the charm of Old Town (Vieux Nice) with its narrow streets and baroque architecture.
To fully experience Nice, its beaches, historic sites, and local cuisine, a stay of 3 to 4 days is recommended.
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