Bus from Cologne to Nice: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Cologne to Nice on December 17
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
Nice - Airport T1 No tags
FlixBusBus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
Gare Routière Nice Côte d'AzurNo tags
FlixBusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Nice - Airport T1 No tags
FlixBusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Gare Routière Nice Côte d'AzurNo tags
FlixBusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Nice - Airport T1 No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Nice

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Nice. The journey takes about 12 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $184, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
12h 30mAverage Duration
805 kmDistance
34kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$92 - $223Average Duration22h 30m
20kg CO₂e
Average Price$490 - $600Average Duration10h 19m
19kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$184 - $184Average Duration12h 30m
34kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Nice by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Nice?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Nice start from $92. The average price for this route is around $166. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Nice?

    The average bus travel time from Cologne to Nice is 22h 30m, covering a distance of 798 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cologne to Nice route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cologne to Nice?

    The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Nice at 4:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Nice?

    A bus trip from Cologne to Nice generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Cologne to Nice?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11197 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Nice?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Nice?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Nice?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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12-18
$145
12-19
$201
12-20
$253
12-21
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12-22
$184
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Nice was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $145

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

You can expect to pay from $145 to $253 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Nice based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $145 which is on 2025-12-18.

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