What is the cheapest way to get from Nice to Padirac Cave?

The cheapest way to get from Nice to Padirac Cave is to bus which costs €75 - €120 and takes 16h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nice to Padirac Cave?

The fastest way to get from Nice to Padirac Cave is to fly which takes 3h 51m and costs €250 - €500.

Is there a direct bus between Nice and Padirac Cave?

No, there is no direct bus from Nice to Padirac Cave. However, there are services departing from Nice and arriving at PADIRAC - Gouffre via Montpellier - Sabines Bus Station, Toulouse Matabiau and FIGEAC - Gare SNCF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 3m.

How far is it from Nice to Padirac Cave?

The distance between Nice and Padirac Cave is 526 km. The road distance is 600.8 km.

How do I travel from Nice to Padirac Cave without a car?

The best way to get from Nice to Padirac Cave without a car is to train which takes 11h and costs €210 - €400.

How long does it take to get from Nice to Padirac Cave?

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Nice to Padirac Cave, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nice to Padirac Cave bus from?

Nice to Padirac Cave bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nice station.

Train, bus or fly from Nice to Padirac Cave?

The best way to get from Nice to Padirac Cave is to fly which takes 3h 51m and costs €250 - €500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €210 - €400 and takes 11h, you could also bus, which costs €75 - €120 and takes 16h 3m.

Where does the Nice to Padirac Cave bus arrive?

Nice to Padirac Cave bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Montpellier station.

Can I drive from Nice to Padirac Cave?

Yes, the driving distance between Nice to Padirac Cave is 601 km. It takes approximately 6h 51m to drive from Nice to Padirac Cave.

Where can I stay near Padirac Cave?

There are 1745+ hotels available in Padirac Cave.

Nice to Padirac Cave - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Nice to Padirac Cave by plane, train (TGV), bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Brive–Souillac Airport (BVE)plane NCE - BVE
3h 51m
€251–493
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nice to Montpellierbus 482
2. Take the bus from Montpellier - Sabines Bus Station to Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Toulouse Matabiau to Figeacbus
4. Take the bus from FIGEAC - Gare SNCF to PADIRAC - Gouffrebus 876
16h 3m
€77–117
Train
1. Take the train from Nice Ville to Marseille St Charlestrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Marseille St Charles to Toulouse Matabiautrain
3. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Souillactrain Ter
11h
€216–396
Drive 600.8 km
1. Drive from Nice to Padirac Cavecar 600.8 km
6h 51m
€93–134
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Nice - Airport Bus Station Terminal 1 to Le Puy-en-Velaybus
2. Take the bus from Le Puy En Velay to Arvantbus
3. Take the train from Arvant to Figeactrain Ter
4. Take the bus from FIGEAC - Gare SNCF to PADIRAC - Gouffrebus 876
20h 3m
€84–148

Nice to Padirac Cave by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

16h 3mAverage Duration

€77Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Nice to Padirac Cave.

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Distance: 526.1 km
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Nice, France and Padirac Cave, France?

Chalair Aviation and Air France fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Brive–Souillac Airport (BVE) 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Nice Ville to Padirac Cave via Marseille St Charles, Toulouse Matabiau, and Souillac in around 11h.

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