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Musée Matisse
Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, showing paintings, drawings and personal objects in a villa in Cimiez.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£32
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£53
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
8 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
9 h 24 m
Buses on 18 Sept
21
Distance
445 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Venice to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Nice will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 21 buses from Venice to Nice, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 445 km distance in an average of 9 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 50 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Venice to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, while a flight costs an average of £98.
Distance: 445 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
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£36 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price | £98 Average Price | £86 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 22m Average total duration 8h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 26m Average total duration 7h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Venice to Nice:
A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Nice costing on average £45.
A coach is £62 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice to Nice costing on average £98.
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 56m.
Coach takes on average 8h 52m.
Tickets start at around £36 compared to roughly £86 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £50. The journey takes 8h 52m versus 5h 58m 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.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Nice coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:50 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 10h30 | 5:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:15 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 10h05 | 5:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:45 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 11h20 | 8:05 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:45 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 11h20 | 8:05 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:10 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 12h25 | 9:35 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 0:30 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 9h05 | 9:35 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 0:50 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 8h45 | 9:35 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 12h00 | 18:10 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 6:10 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 9h50 | 16:00 Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 11h40 | 18:10 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 6:30 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 9h30 | 16:00 Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 9h50 | 18:00 Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 11h10 | 20:35 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 10h40 | 20:05 Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 10h50 | 20:35 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 10h55 | 21:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 10h35 | 21:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:35 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 11h45 | 0:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:05 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 11h15 | 0:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:50 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 12h30 | 3:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:10 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 12h10 | 3:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 change | |
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Buses from Venice to Nice run on average 19 times per day, taking around 8h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:17, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 445 km distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 445 km |
Average bus duration 8h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 45m |
First bus 0:17 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Nice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nice trip today.
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 Venice 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 Venice to Nice buses use the Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) 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 Venice and Nice bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia is 7 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the departures area.
Ticket office support is available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia.
Available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia: Elevators, ramps.
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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