The cheapest and fastest buses from Nice to Barcelona
Cheapest price
€39
Average price
€73
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
8 h 9 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
491 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nice to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Barcelona will cost around €73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
Of the 19 buses that leave Nice for Barcelona on Sun, May 10, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 10 the direct buses cover the 491 km distance in an average of 8 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
On Sun, May 10 the slowest buses will take 9 h 45 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.
Normal8:00 PM10h45Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur6:45 AMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord€391One-way0 transfers
47314:10 AM8h50Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)1:00 PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord€411One-way0 transfers
31838:45 PM9h45Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)6:30 AMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord€411One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:30 AM8h00Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)8:30 AMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord€431One-way0 transfers
3:30 PM7h30Nice11:00 PMBarcelona€431One-way0 transfers
7:00 PM6h40Nice1:40 AMBarcelona€661One-way0 transfers
3:30 PM7h30Nice11:00 PMBarcelona€431One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:30 AM8h00Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)8:30 AMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord€431One-way0 transfers
47314:10 AM8h50Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)1:00 PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord€411One-way0 transfers
31838:45 PM9h45Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)6:30 AMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord€411One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Nice to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nice to Barcelona 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 4h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €37.
Distance: 491 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€54 Average price Cheapest | €184 Average price | €160 Average price |
9h 43m Average total duration 9h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 8m Average total duration 7h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Nice to Barcelona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Barcelona buses for today, Saturday, May 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 5:10 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 9h45 | 2:55 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 11h25 | 4:35 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 13h00 | 8:15 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:15 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 10h55 | 6:10 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:00 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur | 10h45 | 6:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
3183 | 8:45 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 9h45 | 6:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 10h25 | 10:55 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:30 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 8h00 | 8:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
4731 | 4:10 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 8h50 | 1:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
5866 · 4821 | 7:00 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 10h00 | 5:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:15 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 9h45 | 6:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
3135 | 10:50 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 9h55 | 8:45 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:15 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 12h45 | 1:00 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:15 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 10h10 | 11:25 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nice to Barcelona
Buses from Nice to Barcelona run on average 11 times per day, taking around 8h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 491 km distance in 8h 40m.
Distance 491 km |
Average bus duration 8h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 8h 40m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Nice to BarcelonaYou can travel by bus between Nice to Barcelona with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as €23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Nice to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- 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.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- 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).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Gipsyy
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Nice to Barcelona
- 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
- 06:30-21:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 6, H12 Metro: L1 Train: R1, R3, R4
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 78, 109 Metro: L3, L5 Train: R1, R2, R3
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 46, L77, PR1 Metro: L9 Sud Train: R2 Nord
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