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Musée Matisse
Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, showing paintings, drawings and personal objects in a villa in Cimiez.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Tarbes to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarbes to Nice will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
On Fri 13 Nov, we found 5 buses from Tarbes to Nice, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 582 km distance in an average of 12 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 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.
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Buses from Tarbes to Nice run on average 7 times per day, taking around 10h 25m. 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 00:30, the last at 22:45. The fastest coach covers the 582 km distance in 9h 20m.
Distance 582 km |
Average bus duration 10h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 20m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 22:45 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Tarbes to Nice.
The table below shows live departures for Tarbes to Nice coaches for today, Thursday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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8694 · 50591 | 10:15 Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont | 12h40 | 22:55 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 10:20 Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen | 11h10 | 21:30 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 changesdirect | |
8768 · 51047 | 13:45 Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont | 15h20 | 5:05 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
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Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, showing paintings, drawings and personal objects in a villa in Cimiez.
Major collection of works by Marc Chagall, especially his Biblical Message cycle, in a purpose-built museum.
Museum of modern and contemporary art with strong twentieth-century collections and rooftop terraces near Place Garibaldi.
Famous seafront promenade for walking, cycling and beach views, lined with palms and Belle Époque façades.
Historic old town of narrow lanes, baroque churches, markets and lively squares, ideal for wandering on foot.
Grand square between the old town and modern centre, known for arcades, sculptures and evening illumination.
Thin chickpea flour pancake baked in a wood oven with olive oil and pepper. A signature Niçoise street food with Ligurian roots.
Salad of raw seasonal vegetables, tomatoes, olives, anchovies, tuna and egg. It is the classic dish most associated with Nice.
Small round tart filled with onions, anchovies and olives. A traditional Niçoise snack often sold in bakeries and markets.
Elegant dining room serving refined Mediterranean cuisine with sea views on the Promenade des Anglais. Good for a more polished meal.
Traditional Niçoise restaurant in the old town known for local classics such as petits farcis and stockfish in a warm, rustic setting.
Lively institution near Cours Saleya famous for socca, petits farcis and other Niçoise staples in a busy, old-school dining room.
Nice is pricier than many French cities, with higher hotel and seafront dining costs, though buses, trams and simple local eateries help keep daily spending manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
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Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) -> Place Masséna, Nice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tarbes 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.

Most Tarbes to Nice buses use the Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont 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 Tarbes and Nice bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont is 3 km from Tarbes city centre. Public transport options include:
Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont has practical services for this route, including Taxis.
Available at Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont: Taxis.
Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen is 1 km from Tarbes city centre. Public transport options include:
Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen. ATMs are available at Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen.
Ticket office support is available at Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen.
Available at Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen: Limited accessibility features.
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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