How to travel from Nice to Portofino

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Compare bus and flight for Nice to Portofino

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nice to Portofino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF14 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF14, while a flight costs an average of CHF173.

Distance: 105 miles (169 km)

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CHF173

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CHF14

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CHF65

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3h 38m

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3h 47m

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3h 17m

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3h 11m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Nice to Portofino is a bus with an average price of CHF14.

This is compared to other travel options from Nice to Portofino:

A bus is CHF159 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nice to Portofino costing on average CHF173.

The fastest way to travel from Nice to Portofino is by train with an average journey time of 3h 32m.

Other travel options to Portofino take longer:

Flight takes on average 3h 38m.

Bus takes on average 3h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nice and Portofino including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Nice to Portofino among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around CHF14 compared to roughly CHF65 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about CHF51. The journey takes 3h 17m versus 3h 11m 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.

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from Nice to Portofino

How to get from Nice to Portofino by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50107
    7:45 AM2h50
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    10:35 AMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    CHF101One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50107
    7:45 AM2h50
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    10:35 AMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    CHF101One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus4705
    3:30 PM2h35
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    6:05 PMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    CHF201One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • BlaBlaCar Bus4732
    1:40 AM3h10
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    4:50 AMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    CHF201One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:00 PM4h05
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    8:05 PMSestri Levante, Piazza Italia
    CHF671One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH1069+Air DolomitiLH292
    6:40 AM7h10
    Nice Cote d'Azur Airport
    1:50 PMTurin Airport
    CHF2441One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1059+Air DolomitiLH7402
    10:15 AM7h35
    Nice Cote d'Azur Airport
    5:50 PMPisa International Airport
    CHF2571One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1069+Air DolomitiLH7402
    6:40 AM11h10
    Nice Cote d'Azur Airport
    5:50 PMPisa International Airport
    CHF2571One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Nice to Portofino

Travel to Portofino 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 Nice to Portofino.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Nice and Portofino including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Nice to Portofino is a bus with an average price of CHF14.

This is compared to other travel options from Nice to Portofino:

A bus is CHF159 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nice to Portofino costing on average CHF173.

The fastest way to travel from Nice to Portofino is by train with an average journey time of 3h 32m.

Other travel options to Portofino take longer:

Flight takes on average 3h 38m.

Bus takes on average 3h 47m.

The distance from Nice to Portofino is approximately 105 miles (169 km).
The average frequency per day from Nice to Portofino is:
  • Around 51 flights per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Nice to Portofino:
  • Flights mostly depart from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport and arrive in Turin Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) and arrive in Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nice to Portofino, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Eurowings, KLM, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Air Corsica, ITA, Edelweiss Air to go to Portofino by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, Union Ivkoni International to go to Portofino by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Nice to Portofino with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Air Corsica.
  • 10 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, Union Ivkoni International.
Omio customers who travel from Nice to Portofino often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Genoa, Florence, Rome, Monterosso al Mare. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Portofino and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Portofino to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Portofino, you can hike to the Lighthouse of Portofino for stunning views over the Ligurian Sea, relax at Paraggi Beach, visit the secluded Abbey of San Fruttuoso, and enjoy a boat tour along the Ligurian coast. Don't miss indulging in local cuisine at a traditional Italian trattoria. For best sights, explore Castello Brown, Portofino Marina, the Church of San Giorgio, and the Parco Naturale Regionale di Portofino.
To fully experience Portofino, including its scenic harbor, nearby hiking trails, and luxury shopping, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.

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