THE SHORT VERSION
Barcelona to Nice at a glance.
- From
- Barcelona
- To
- Nice
- Road distance
- About 664 km
- Straight line
- 490 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~7 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Nice to Barcelona →
- Border
- Spain → France. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Barcelona
Barcelona is Spain's busiest coach hub after Madrid, with services across Spain and to France, Italy and northern Europe. Barcelona Nord is the main long-distance bus station.
- Barcelona Nord · Estació d'Autobusos Barcelona Nord
Carrer d'Alí Bei, near Arc de Triomf. All long-distance buses. - Barcelona Sants
Some buses also pick up and drop off at Sants railway station.
Arriving in Nice
The tram connects the airport with the city centre.
- Nice Airport and city stops
Long-distance coaches call at Nice Côte d'Azur Airport and city stops; check your ticket for the exact one. - Regional bus links
Zou! regional buses run along the coast to Cannes and Monaco.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Check whether your coach stops at the airport or in town: they're several kilometres apart.
KEEP GOING
From Nice, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Nice
More buses from Barcelona
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Barcelona from Nice by road?+
About 664 km by road (490 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Barcelona to Nice take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 7 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Barcelona?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Barcelona include Barcelona Nord, Barcelona Sants, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Nice to Barcelona?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Nice to Barcelona guide.
Where does the bus from Barcelona arrive in Nice?+
It depends on the operator. In Nice, services use Nice Airport and city stops, Regional bus links. The tram connects the airport with the city centre.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Nice?+
The tram connects the airport with the city centre.
What kind of bus runs from Barcelona to Nice?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Barcelona to Nice bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Nice by bus?+
Direct buses from Nice include Marseille, Milan, Florence, Lyon, Venice and more. See all connections on our Nice bus page.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Barcelona to Nice?+
Spain and France are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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