Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Nice. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
According to 12 reviews, BlaBlaCar Bus received a 4.2-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the departure location, but some complained about the wifi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $25
BlaBlaBus Lyon Nice recent customer reviews
On site, my trip was from 11.20 to 18.35. The bus arrived in nice after 00 am and i missed the flight. This is not possible.
1 out of 5 stars
Mihaela A.
Driver and assistant were very professional, pleasant and helpful
5 out of 5 stars
Emmanuela A.
Wifi was very slow and limited. This can be inproved
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lyon to Nice by bus
What is the travel distance from Lyon to Nice?
About 185 miles (298 km) separate Lyon and Nice.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lyon to Nice?
The majority of buses traveling from Lyon to Nice start their journey at Lyon Airport and wind up at Gare Routière Nice Côte d'Azur. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.
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 Russian Orthodox Cathedral, Place Massena, Nice Cathedral, Palais Lascaris and Beach.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/18
$72
11/19
$47
Today
$26
11/21
$25
11/22
$22
11/23
$23
11/24
$24
11/25
$23
The cheapest trip from Lyon to Nice was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $22
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lyon to Nice, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $22 to $99 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Nice based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-11-22.
Usually BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Lyon to Nice?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Lyon to Nice was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $22
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
