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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lugano to Nice
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h 29 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lugano to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Nice will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Of the 5 buses that leave Lugano for Nice every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 288 km distance in an average of 9 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 15 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Lugano to Nice
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a flight costs an average of £37.
Distance: 288 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£43 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price | £114 Average Price |
6h 13m Average total duration 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lugano to Nice bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Nice coaches for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:50 Lugano | 6h20 | 03:10 Nice | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 3 December | |||||
| 03:40 Lugano | 10h15 | 13:55 Nice | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:15 Lugano | 8h50 | 13:05 Nice | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:20 Lugano | 10h00 | 16:20 Nice | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:15 Lugano | 8h45 | 16:00 Nice | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:20 Lugano | 11h00 | 01:20 Nice | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lugano to Nice
Switzerland
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Buses from Lugano to Nice run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 288 km distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 288 km |
Average bus duration 5h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 45m |
First bus 01:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Lugano to NiceYou can travel by bus between Lugano to Nice with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lugano to Nice coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano to Nice by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lugano, Via Ciani, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1), located 4.4 miles (7.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lugano and Nice
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Terminal (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside Terminal 1, near the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 98, 99 Train: TER
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