The cheapest and fastest buses from Lugano to Nice
Cheapest price
€38
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h 18 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lugano to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Nice will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
It's difficult to get from Lugano to Nice without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBusTravel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Lugano to Nice
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. 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 bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €43.
Distance: 288 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€40 Average price Cheapest | €58 Average price | €128 Average price |
6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m 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 buses for today, Monday, February 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4739 · 4733 | 8:10 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 14h50 | 11:00 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 9h20 | 7:05 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, February 10 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 AM Lugano, Via Ciani | 9h50 | 2:05 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 AM Lugano, Via Ciani | 8h45 | 5:00 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Lugano to Nice by bus, train, or flight
Compare bus, train, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Feb 10
Feb 11
Feb 12
Feb 13
Feb 14
Feb 15
Feb 16
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lugano to Nice
Buses from Lugano to Nice run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €26 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 288 km distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 288 km |
Average bus duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
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 €26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
BlaBlaCar Bus
BlaBlaCar
FAQs: Bus from Lugano to Nice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano to Nice by bus. 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 bus, 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
Popular bus stations from Lugano to 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
Most popular bus connections from Lugano
More options for your journey from Lugano to Nice
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need



