The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lugano to Nice
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
8 h 5 m
Average duration
9 h 40 m
Buses per day
6
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 £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £42.
To travel from Lugano to Nice you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus16:2011h00Lugano, Via Ciani3:20Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)£421One-way1 change
4740 · 47048:2010h00Lugano, Via Ciani18:20Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)£441One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus9:158h45Lugano, Via Ciani18:00Nice, Gare Routière Vauban£461One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus5:158h05Lugano, Via Ciani13:20Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)£461One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus9:1511h20Lugano, Via Ciani20:35Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)£461One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus5:158h05Lugano, Via Ciani13:20Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)£461One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus9:158h45Lugano, Via Ciani18:00Nice, Gare Routière Vauban£461One-way1 change
4740 · 47048:2010h00Lugano, Via Ciani18:20Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)£441One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus21:3510h30Lugano, Via Ciani8:05Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)£641One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus16:2011h00Lugano, Via Ciani3:20Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)£421One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and train 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 £27. 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 £27, and a flight costs an average of £36.
Distance: 288 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£37 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price | £140 Average Price |
6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m 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 |
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Live departures
Lugano to Nice bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Nice coaches for today, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:20 Lugano, Via Ciani | 11h00 | 3:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:35 Lugano, Via Ciani | 10h30 | 8:05 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
| Friday 5 June | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 Lugano, Via Ciani | 8h05 | 13:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
4740 · 4704 | 8:20 Lugano, Via Ciani | 10h00 | 18:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 Lugano, Via Ciani | 8h45 | 18:00 Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 Lugano, Via Ciani | 11h20 | 20:35 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs BlaBlaCar Bus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for BlaBlaCar Bus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Lugano to Nice.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lugano to Nice
Buses from Lugano to Nice run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 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 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 45m |
First bus 1:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Lugano to NiceYou can travel by bus between Lugano to Nice with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £27. 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lugano and Nice
- 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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