How far is Lugano from Nice?

The distance separating Lugano and Nice is 180 miles (290 km).

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

Most of the buses traveling from Lugano to Nice leave from Arrêt D'autobus Lugano and arrive at Gare Routière Nice Côte d'Azur. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

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 The Citadelle Saint-Tropez, Villa Arson, Place Massena, Musée Matisse and Rent a Classic Car.

Bus Lugano to Nice from $46 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Lugano to Nice on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:25pm	Lugano	10h 40m	8:05am	Nice - Airport T1	No tags
Bus	9:15am	Lugano	8h	5:15pm	Gare Routière Nice Côte d'Azur	No tags
Bus	6:55pm	Lugano	8h 25m	3:20am	Nice - Airport T1	No tags
Bus	9:25pm	Lugano	10h 40m	8:05am	Nice - Airport T1	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Lugano	13h 50m	7:20pm	Nice - Airport T1	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Lugano to Nice

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Nice. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

4h 10mAverage Duration

180 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$50 - $67	Average Duration9h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$28 - $36	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lugano and Nice?

Stops in Lugano

A
Arrêt D'autobus Lugano
Via Giacomo E Filippo Ciani, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland
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B
Stazione/Gare de Lugano
Stazione FFS 1, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland
C
Via Basilea
Via Basilea, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland

Stops in Nice

A
Gare Routière Nice Côte d'Azur
14 Avenue des Diables Bleus, 06300 Nice, France
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B
Nice Airport
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C
Avenue Félix Faure
6 Avenue Félix Faure, 06000 Nice, France
D
Gare Routière de Nice - Paillon
Av. Lindbergh, 06200 Nice, France
E
Gare de Nice-Lindbergh
175 Boulevard René Cassin, 06200 Nice, France
F
Nice (Gare internationale)
177 Boulevard René Cassin, 06200 Nice, France

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FlixBus

3.5/511,446 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

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

3.5/511,161 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lugano to Nice by bus

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