How can I travel from Essen to Nice without flying?

You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. Both are convenient and sustainable ways to travel to Nice. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to Nice from Essen by bus?

The travel time from Essen to Nice is about 1d 2h, although the fastest bus will take 23h 35m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 535 miles (862 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Essen to Nice?

About 535 miles (862 km) separate Essen and Nice.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Nice?

The majority of buses traveling from Essen to Nice start their journey at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit and wind up at Gare Routière Nice Côte d'Azur. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

How much are the bus tickets from Essen to Nice?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Essen to Nice is $130. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $116 to $210, so it's good to do your research before booking.

What are the best sights and things to do in Nice?

Once in Nice, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Musee de la Castre, Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Musée National Marc-Chagall, Villa Arson and The Citadelle Saint-Tropez.

Is there an overnight bus from Essen to Nice?

Yes, you can take a night bus to go from Essen to Nice. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

Essen to Nice Bus Tickets

Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Nice.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$116 - $210	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train	Average Price$115 - $117	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly

Busbud recommends taking the train from Essen to Nice

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Nice. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $115, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

$115Cheapest ticket

21kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Essen to Nice: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$130

Average bus trip duration1d 2h

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure6:50am

Distance537 miles (866 km)

Latest bus departure8:30pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,929 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/510,309 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.5

FR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, MarinoBus, Infobus, RegioJet, Ecolines

Essen to Nice Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Essen and Nice?

Stops in Essen

A - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

B - HBF

C - Essen Hbf

D - Essen Bushaltestelle

E - Hachestraße

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 for your trip Essen - Nice

How can I travel from Essen to Nice without flying?
How long does it take to get to Nice from Essen by bus?
What is the travel distance from Essen to Nice?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Nice?
How much are the bus tickets from Essen to Nice?
What are the best sights and things to do in Nice?
Is there an overnight bus from Essen to Nice?

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Essen and Nice!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Essen to Nice, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Essen to Nice will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Essen to Nice, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Will you be returning to Essen by bus?

Bus from Essen to Nice

You can also go to Nice by train

Train from Essen to Nice

Top traveled bus routes

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