How can I travel from Nice to Barcelona without flying?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. The two options are practical and sustainable ways to reach Barcelona. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

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

Traveling from Nice to Barcelona takes about 10h on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 8h 15m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 305 miles (492 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Nice to Barcelona?

Nice and Barcelona are 305 miles (492 km) apart.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Nice to Barcelona start their journey at Gare Routière Nice Côte d'Azur and wind up at Estació del Nord de Barcelona. These are the most popular 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 is the most affordable way to travel from Nice to Barcelona?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Nice to Barcelona by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $28.

How much are the bus tickets from Nice to Barcelona?

The bus ticket costs $63 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $28 and $381, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

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

Once in Barcelona, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Parc de L'Espanya Industrial, Casa Mila, National Art Museum of Catalonia, Poble Espanyol Architectural Museum and Picasso Museum.

Nice to Barcelona Bus Tickets

TodayMay 6

from $64

TomorrowMay 7

from $51

ThuMay 8

from $45

FriMay 9

from $40

SatMay 10

from $33

SunMay 11

from $33

MonMay 12

from $43

TueMay 13

from $31

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 7 at 11:45am
Departure city: Nice
Departure location: Nice Airport Bus Station Terminal 1
Arrival time: May 7 at 11:59pm
Destination city: Barcelona
Destination location: Barcelona Sants
Operated by: Union Ivkoni
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 14m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 7 at 12:55am
Departure city: Nice
Departure location: Nice - Airport T1
Arrival time: May 7 at 9:10am
Destination city: Barcelona
Destination location: Nord
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 15m
Departure time: May 7 at 12:10pm
Departure city: Nice
Departure location: Nice - Airport T1
Arrival time: May 7 at 9:55pm
Destination city: Barcelona
Destination location: Nord
Operated by: BlaBlaCar Bus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 45m
Departure time: May 7 at 12:55am
Departure city: Nice
Departure location: Nice - Airport T1
Arrival time: May 7 at 9:10am
Destination city: Barcelona
Destination location: Nord
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 15m
Departure time: May 7 at 8:45pm
Departure city: Nice
Departure location: Nice - Airport T1
Arrival time: May 8 at 6:35am
Destination city: Barcelona
Destination location: Nord
Operated by: BlaBlaCar Bus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 50m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Nice to Barcelona.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$28 - $381	Average Duration10h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$146 - $249	Average Duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$39 - $111	Average Duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Nice to Barcelona

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7h 20mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest ticket

21kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Nice to Barcelona: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$63

Average bus trip duration10h

Number of daily buses10

Earliest bus departure12:30am

Distance300 miles (483 km)

Latest bus departure11:55pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,523 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

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

3.5/510,174 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.5

Based on 10174 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $33.00

BlaBlaBus Nice Barcelona recent customer reviews

Enjoyed that Bus departed and arrived on time. Didn't enjoy that many of the recharge ports didn't work.

Stephen W.

July 30, 2024

They showed parking 3 in the booking and we were waiting there since 6.45 when asked at 8 to a bus driver he said it is from terminal 2 parking 2 we ran all the way there with our luggage but saw the bus leave had to sit all night at the airport and take the 4 am bus repeated calls were made at 8.15 to u guys but no one helped

Sandeep G.

June 1, 2023

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,859 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.6

Wifi0.8

ALSA

4.5/559,143 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

Inters Portugal - Rede Nacional De Expressos, Lda.

4/540 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.4

ES bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia, Sindbad, MarinoBus

Nice to Barcelona Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Nice and Barcelona?

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)

Stops in Barcelona

A - Estació del Nord de Barcelona

B - Barcelona Sants

C - Barcelona Airport

D - Carrer de Numància, 165

E - Passeig de Gràcia, 36

F - Zona Universitaria

Frequently asked questions for your trip Nice - Barcelona

How can I travel from Nice to Barcelona without flying?
How long does it take to get to Barcelona from Nice by bus?
What is the travel distance from Nice to Barcelona?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Nice to Barcelona?
What is the most affordable way to travel from Nice to Barcelona?
How much are the bus tickets from Nice to Barcelona?
What are the best sights and things to do in Barcelona?

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

Best price found

05/04

$133

05/05

$57

Today

$64

05/07

$51

05/08

$45

05/09

$40

05/10

$33

05/11

$33

The cheapest trip from Nice to Barcelona was searched and found on May 11, 2025 with a price of $33

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

You can expect to pay from $33 to $366 for a bus ticket from Nice to Barcelona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-05-11.

Usually Flixbus (FR) 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.

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 Nice and Barcelona!

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

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

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Nice to Barcelona.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Nice to Barcelona?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time10h	Avg Price$63	Daily Departures10
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time9h 30m	Avg Price$185	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time7h 20m	Avg Price$64	Daily Departures1

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Where are the popular stops in Nice and Barcelona?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Nice - Barcelona

How can I travel from Nice to Barcelona without flying?

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

What is the travel distance from Nice to Barcelona?

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

What is the most affordable way to travel from Nice to Barcelona?

How much are the bus tickets from Nice to Barcelona?

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from Nice to Barcelona?

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