Fastest way from Nice to Venice (Italy): Flight, about 1h 10min – 1h 31min (from €46). Cheapest: Bus, from €30 (about 8h 50min). Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 12, 2026): FlixBus, EasyJet Europe, SWISS International Airlines; main departure point: Nice Airport 1.
There are 2 ways to get from Nice to Venice (Italy)
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Companies selling this route on 12Go
Offers listed on 12Go on November 12, 2026 for a departure on December 3, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | Bus | Nice Airport 1 | €30 | 10 |
| EasyJet | Flight | Nice Airport | €46 | 1 |
| EasyJet Europe | Flight | Nice Airport | €48 | 2 |
| SWISS International Airlines | Flight | Nice Airport | €234 | 2 |
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Practical tips
Open the comparison table and set bus and flight side by side for your dates. The price gap is sometimes huge for a modest time saving, sometimes the opposite: never decide on a single offer.
The bus departure point is shown on your e-ticket. Re-read it the day before and find it on a map: a stop different from the one you pictured is the most common cause of a missed departure.
Fares rise as departure approaches, especially in high season and on weekends. Book as soon as your dates are set, and prefer changeable tickets if your plans might still move.
By plane, checked bags and the airport transfer can inflate the real cost. Compare the total cost, not just the displayed fare, before deciding the flight is the better deal.
Keep valid ID within reach, not at the bottom of a checked bag. Also charge your phone and save your e-ticket offline in case of any check.
The journey experience
Between the Riviera and the Veneto, the real question is simple: save money or save time? For Nice → Venice, two options compare clearly: the bus for a tight budget, the plane for speed. The table on this page puts durations and price ranges side by side so you can decide in a few seconds.
The bus suits you if you travel without a car and want a steady price: seats that recline, a checked bag, no need to organise the border crossing yourself, and an arrival in Italy without going through an airport. It does mean accepting a long day on the road, or even an overnight departure. The plane is for those who want to save time: you take off from Nice airport and land in the Venice area. Just allow for transfers to and from the airport, your baggage allowance and a possible stopover depending on the flight you pick.
Our advice: if budget comes first, take the bus and book early; if time comes first, compare flights across several dates. Always check the exact departure point and arrival city on your e-ticket, leave a safety margin if you have a connection, and carry valid ID for the border.
Frequently asked questions — Nice → Venice (Italy)
It depends on your priority. The bus is the cheapest option, with a steady fare and an arrival that doesn't involve an airport. The plane saves time, but its price varies more and you must add transfers and baggage. If budget matters most, choose the bus; if time matters most, compare flights.
The bus starts from €30, with a typical fare up to €32. The plane starts from €46, with a typical fare up to €142 depending on date, time and how early you book. Book early to aim for the low end of the range, and compare the total cost including bags and transfers.
By bus, allow 9 to 10 hours. By plane, the duration ranges from 1 h 10 to 1 h 30 depending on the option chosen, the range reflecting differences between flights. Add the time to reach the airport and check in, so you compare both options fairly from door to door.
By plane, you depart from Nice Côte d'Azur airport and arrive in the Venice area. For the bus, the exact departure and arrival points are shown on the booking page and on your e-ticket: check them before leaving so you don't go to the wrong stop.
The detail depends on the offer you choose. On the booking page, each option shows whether the trip is direct or has a connection before you buy. For flights, the duration range reflects exactly these differences. Pick an option without a change if you want to limit the risk of missing a connection.
Why visit Venice (Italy)?
- ✓ Flat-bottomed punt (plate) ride with a boatman through the shaded canals from Coulon or Arçais
- ✓ Visit Coulon, capital of the Venise Verte, with its landing stages, quays and white houses with colorful shutters
- ✓ Cycle or walk along the conches (canals), towpaths and the Vélo Francette route
- ✓ Spot the wildlife and plants of the Marais Poitevin: coypu, herons, kingfishers and pollarded ash trees
- ✓ Taste local specialties: Vendée mogettes beans, candied angelica from Niort and Vendée brioche
When to visit Venice (Italy)?
HUMID SUBTROPICAL CLIMATE
April to October — mild temperatures, lush green canals and punt rides running, with little risk of flooding.
What to do in Venice (Italy)?
Local experiences, must-see sights and activities selected for you
How long to visit Venice (Italy)?
Plan 2 to 3 days to see the essentials: St Mark's Square, the basilica, Doge's Palace, Rialto, Dorsoduro and a vaporetto ride along the Grand Canal. With 1 day, focus on St Mark's and the backstreets of Cannaregio; with 3 days, add the islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello. Stay overnight rather than doing a day trip so you can enjoy the city early in the morning and in the evening, when the crowds are gone.
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