What's the distance between Lugano and Nice by coach?

The distance between Lugano and Nice by coach is approximately 180 miles (290 km).

How can I get from Lugano to Nice without driving?

You can travel to Nice from Lugano by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Lugano to Nice from £29 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Lugano to Nice on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:25	Lugano	10h 40m	08:05	Nice - Airport T1	No tags
Bus	09:15	Lugano	8h	17:15	Gare Routière Nice Côte d'Azur	No tags
Bus	18:55	Lugano	8h 25m	03:20	Nice - Airport T1	No tags
Bus	21:25	Lugano	10h 40m	08:05	Nice - Airport T1	No tags
Bus	05:30	Lugano	13h 50m	19:20	Nice - Airport T1	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Lugano to Nice

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Nice. The journey takes about 10 hours and with fares starting at just £27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

10hAverage duration

184 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£27 - £34	Average duration10h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£36 - £36	Average duration4h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

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BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,143 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,380 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

ALSA

4.5/560,787 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

FR Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Where are the popular stops in Lugano and Nice?

Stops in Lugano

A - Arrêt D'autobus Lugano

B - Stazione/Gare de Lugano

C - Via Basilea

Stops in Nice

A - Gare Routière Nice Côte d'Azur

B - Nice Airport

C - Avenue Félix Faure

D - Gare Routière de Nice - Paillon

E - Gare de Nice-Lindbergh

F - Nice (Gare internationale)

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Lugano to Nice

What's the distance between Lugano and Nice by coach?
The distance between Lugano and Nice by coach is approximately 180 miles (290 km).
How can I get from Lugano to Nice without driving?
You can travel to Nice from Lugano by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from Lugano to Nice was searched and found on 21 Nov 2025 with a price of £29

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lugano to Nice as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £29 to £29 for a bus ticket from Lugano to Nice based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £29, which is on 2025-11-21.