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Here is a selection of the cheapest shuttle trips from the schedule from Nice Airport to Montpellier from various bus operators like BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus or ALSA for the next days.
today
from $21
tomorrow
from $21
Saturday
from $23
Sunday
from $28
Monday
from $23
Tuesday
from $23
Wednesday
from $32

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    5h 55m
    0
    10:15 AM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    4:10 PM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $21
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    5h 20m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    11:50 PM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $23
  • FlixBus
    4h 55m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    10:05 PM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $25
  • FlixBus
    5h 10m
    0
    3:30 AM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    8:40 AM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33
  • ALSA
    5h 59m
    0
    7:15 PM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    1:14 AM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $35
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nice Airport to Montpellier via Marseille, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      4h 50m
      0
      8:45 PM
      Nice Airport
      Nice Airport - Terminal 1
      11:05 PM
      Marseille
      Saint-Charles Central Bus Station
      0
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      $12
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      2h 20m
      0
      11:15 PM
      Marseille
      Saint-Charles Central Bus Station
      1:35 AM
      Montpellier
      Sabines Bus Stop
      0
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel Time is 0h 5m shorter, and you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    5h 55m
    0
    10:15 AM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    4:10 PM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $21
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    5h 55m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    12:55 AM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $21
  • FlixBus
    5h 20m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    1:35 PM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $38
  • FlixBus
    4h 55m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    10:05 PM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $38
  • ALSA
    5h 59m
    0
    7:15 PM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport
    1:14 AM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $38
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nice Airport to Montpellier via Marseille, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      4h 50m
      0
      8:45 PM
      Nice Airport
      Nice Airport - Terminal 1
      11:05 PM
      Marseille
      Saint-Charles Central Bus Station
      0
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      $12
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      2h 20m
      0
      11:15 PM
      Marseille
      Saint-Charles Central Bus Station
      1:35 AM
      Montpellier
      Sabines Bus Stop
      0
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel Time is 0h 5m shorter, and you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    5h 25m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    12:25 PM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $23
  • FlixBus
    5h 10m
    0
    3:30 AM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    8:40 AM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $28
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    5h 55m
    0
    10:15 AM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    4:10 PM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $29
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    12:40 PM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    6:50 PM
    Montpellier
    Sud de France Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $31
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    5h 55m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    12:55 AM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $31
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nice Airport to Montpellier via Antibes, you can save more than $3? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      Save more than 13%
      5h 30m
      Nice Airport
      7 mi
      7:25 PM
      Antibes
      Central Bus Station
      12:55 AM
      Montpellier
      Sabines Bus Stop
      0 mi
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      $20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nice Airport to Montpellier via Marseille, you can save more than $5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      4h 50m
      0
      8:45 PM
      Nice Airport
      Nice Airport - Terminal 1
      11:05 PM
      Marseille
      Saint-Charles Central Bus Station
      0
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      $12
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      2h 20m
      0
      11:15 PM
      Marseille
      Saint-Charles Central Bus Station
      1:35 AM
      Montpellier
      Sabines Bus Stop
      0
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel Time is 0h 20m shorter, and you will save $5

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    5h 10m
    0
    3:30 AM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    8:40 AM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $28
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    5h 25m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    12:25 PM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $28
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    4h 30m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    3:20 PM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $28
  • ALSA
    5h 59m
    0
    7:15 PM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport
    1:14 AM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $31
  • FlixBus
    4h 55m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    2:05 PM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $35
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nice Airport to Montpellier via Antibes, you can save more than $9? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      Save more than 32%
      5h 30m
      Nice Airport
      7 mi
      7:25 PM
      Antibes
      Central Bus Station
      12:55 AM
      Montpellier
      Sabines Bus Stop
      0 mi
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      $19
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nice Airport to Montpellier via Marseille, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      4h 50m
      0
      8:45 PM
      Nice Airport
      Nice Airport - Terminal 1
      11:05 PM
      Marseille
      Saint-Charles Central Bus Station
      0
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      $12
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      2h 20m
      0
      11:15 PM
      Marseille
      Saint-Charles Central Bus Station
      1:35 AM
      Montpellier
      Sabines Bus Stop
      0
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    5h 45m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    5:40 AM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $23
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    5h 55m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    12:55 AM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $24
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    5h 25m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    12:25 PM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $28
  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    1:15 PM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    7:05 PM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $36
  • FlixBus
    4h 55m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    10:05 PM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nice Airport to Montpellier via Antibes, you can save more than $7? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      Save more than 30%
      5h 30m
      Nice Airport
      7 mi
      7:25 PM
      Antibes
      Central Bus Station
      12:55 AM
      Montpellier
      Sabines Bus Stop
      0 mi
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      $16
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nice Airport to Montpellier via Marseille, you can save more than $5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      4h 50m
      0
      8:45 PM
      Nice Airport
      Nice Airport - Terminal 1
      11:05 PM
      Marseille
      Saint-Charles Central Bus Station
      0
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      $12
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      2h 20m
      0
      11:15 PM
      Marseille
      Saint-Charles Central Bus Station
      1:35 AM
      Montpellier
      Sabines Bus Stop
      0
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel Time is 0h 5m shorter, and you will save $5

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    5h 10m
    0
    3:30 AM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    8:40 AM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $23
  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    1:15 PM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    7:05 PM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $27
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    5h 15m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    7:45 PM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $31
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    5h 5m
    0
    9:15 PM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    2:20 AM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $31
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    3:15 PM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    9:25 PM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nice Airport to Montpellier via Antibes, you can save more than $5? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      Save more than 22%
      4h 50m
      Nice Airport
      7 mi
      2:55 PM
      Antibes
      Central Bus Station
      7:45 PM
      Montpellier
      Sabines Bus Stop
      0 mi
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      $18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nice Airport to Montpellier via Marseille, you can save more than $5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      4h 50m
      0
      8:45 PM
      Nice Airport
      Nice Airport - Terminal 1
      11:05 PM
      Marseille
      Saint-Charles Central Bus Station
      0
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      $12
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      2h 20m
      0
      11:15 PM
      Marseille
      Saint-Charles Central Bus Station
      1:35 AM
      Montpellier
      Sabines Bus Stop
      0
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel Time is 0h 15m shorter, and you will save $5

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    5h 10m
    0
    3:30 AM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    8:40 AM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    5h 20m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    1:35 PM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $50
  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    1:15 PM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    7:05 PM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $50
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    5h 35m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    9:35 PM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $51
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    5h 20m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Nice Airport
    Nice Airport - Terminal 1
    11:50 PM
    Montpellier
    Sabines Bus Stop
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $51
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nice Airport to Montpellier via Antibes, you can save more than $14? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      Save more than 44%
      4h 40m
      Nice Airport
      7 mi
      12:35 PM
      Antibes
      Central Bus Station
      5:15 PM
      Montpellier
      Sabines Bus Stop
      0 mi
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      $18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nice Airport to Montpellier via Marseille, you can save more than $14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      4h 50m
      0
      8:45 PM
      Nice Airport
      Nice Airport - Terminal 1
      11:05 PM
      Marseille
      Saint-Charles Central Bus Station
      0
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      $12
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      2h 20m
      0
      11:15 PM
      Marseille
      Saint-Charles Central Bus Station
      1:35 AM
      Montpellier
      Sabines Bus Stop
      0
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel Time is 0h 20m shorter, and you will save $14

Frequency of bus connections between Nice Airport and Montpellier

See here how frequent the connections between Nice Airport and Montpellier are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 22 daily buses from Nice Airport to Montpellier. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 8 daily coaches between Nice Airport and Montpellier.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 38 buses from Nice Airport to Montpellier, while Night sees the fewest connections between Nice Airport and Montpellier, with 13 offers.

Facts about the bus from Nice Airport (NCE) to Montpellier

Compare all providers like BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus and ALSA that travel 16 times every day by bus from Nice Airport to Montpellier in one click! Book your bus ticket from Nice Airport to Montpellier starting from $21!

Cheapest Bus $21
Fastest Bus 4h 30m
Earliest Bus 3:30 AM
Latest Bus 9:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes 16 Ø
Distance 166.6 miles
Bus Companies BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus and ALSA

Cheapest bus connections from Nice Airport to Montpellier

Every day, 16 buses from 3 bus companies leave Nice Airport for Montpellier: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/22/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/18
Monday 05/19
Tuesday 05/20
Wednesday 05/21
Thursday 05/22
$39
Friday 05/23
$21
Saturday 05/24
$23
Sunday 05/25
$28
Monday 05/26
$23
Tuesday 05/27
$23
Wednesday 05/28
$32
Thursday 05/29
$28
Friday 05/30
$29
Saturday 05/31
$28
Sunday 06/01
$31
Monday 06/02
$21
Tuesday 06/03
$28
Wednesday 06/04
$21
Thursday 06/05
$25
Friday 06/06
$31
Saturday 06/07
$27
Sunday 06/08
$27
Monday 06/09
$32
Tuesday 06/10
$27
Wednesday 06/11
$25
Thursday 06/12
$23
Friday 06/13
$24
Saturday 06/14

The cheapest time to travel from Nice Airport to Montpellier

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Nice Airport to Montpellier, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $21, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Nice Airport to Montpellier. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $32.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Nice Airport to Montpellier, with $21. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $25.

How to save money travelling from Nice Airport to Montpellier

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Nice Airport to Montpellier in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Nice Airport to Montpellier, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Nice Airport to Montpellier are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Nice Airport to Montpellier

These are the most booked bus companies between Nice Airport to Montpellier from our users.

BlaBlaCar Bus from Nice Airport to Montpellier

BlaBlaCar Bus

Here you will find the key facts about the BlaBlaCar Bus bus route Nice Airport to Montpellier:

Cheapest Price $21
Fastest Bus 4h 30m
Earliest Bus 9:40 AM
Last Bus 9:15 PM
Daily Connections 8 Ø
Found on 5/22/2025

All bus stations and stops in Nice Airport and Montpellier

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Nice Airport and Montpellier.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Nice Airport to Montpellier? Compare all modes of transports from Nice Airport to Montpellier.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Nice Airport to Montpellier

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Nice Airport to Montpellier? Or which bus companies serve the route Nice Airport to Montpellier? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Nice Airport to Montpellier bus

How much does a Nice Airport Montpellier bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $21 and takes 5h 55m to reach Montpellier. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Nice Airport to Montpellier?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $21 and $103. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Montpellier.

On average, how many connections are available from Nice Airport to Montpellier each day?

Every day, the Nice Airport to Montpellier bus route is served by approximately 16 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Nice Airport to Montpellier take?

The fastest shuttle from Nice Airport to Montpellier is offered by BlaBlaCar Bus and takes 4h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $40. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first shuttle from Nice Airport to Montpellier?

The earliest bus arriving in Montpellier from Nice Airport starts at 3:30 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last shuttle from Nice Airport to Montpellier?

The latest bus trip departing from Nice Airport for Montpellier starts at 9:15 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Nice Airport Montpellier route?

When traveling by shuttle from Nice Airport to Montpellier, passengers can travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus and ALSA. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Nice Airport and Montpellier?

You can check all the direct connections between Nice Airport and Montpellier by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus and ALSA.

What can I take with me on the Nice Airport to Montpellier bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Nice Airport Montpellier bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a shuttle that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Nice Airport Montpellier bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the shuttle from Nice Airport to Montpellier on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Nice Airport to Montpellier

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Nice Airport and to Montpellier

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Nice Airport and to Montpellier. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
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