THE SHORT VERSION
Nice to Valencia at a glance.
- From
- Nice
- To
- Valencia València
- Road distance
- About 1004 km
- Straight line
- 790 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~10 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Valencia to Nice →
- Border
- France → Spain. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Nice
Nice is the main city of the French Riviera, with coaches along the coast to Marseille and Italy and into the Alps. Long-distance stops vary by operator, including the airport and city stops.
- 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.
Arriving in Valencia
Take the metro or walk across the Turia gardens to the old town.
- Valencia bus station · Estació d'Autobusos de València
Avinguda de Menéndez Pidal, near Túria metro (lines 1 and 2).
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.
- Book ahead for summer weekends, when coastal routes fill up.
KEEP GOING
From Valencia, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Valencia
More buses from Nice
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Nice from Valencia by road?+
About 1004 km by road (790 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Nice to Valencia take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 10 h 45 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 Nice?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Nice include Nice Airport and city stops, Regional bus links, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Valencia to Nice?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Valencia to Nice guide.
Where does the bus from Nice arrive in Valencia?+
It depends on the operator. In Valencia, services use Valencia bus station. Take the metro or walk across the Turia gardens to the old town.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Valencia?+
Take the metro or walk across the Turia gardens to the old town.
What kind of bus runs from Nice to Valencia?+
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 Nice to Valencia 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 Valencia by bus?+
Direct buses from Valencia include Barcelona, Madrid, Seville, Marseille, Lisbon and more. See all connections on our Valencia bus page.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Nice to Valencia?+
France and Spain 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.
Still deciding? Check today's departures, then book your seat.
Book Nice → Valencia on 12GoFOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
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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