What is the cheapest way to get from Nice to Patras?

The cheapest way to get from Nice to Patras is to fly and train and bus which costs €85 - €240 and takes 10h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nice to Patras?

The fastest way to get from Nice to Patras is to fly and train and bus which takes 10h 40m and costs €85 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Nice and Patras?

No, there is no direct bus from Nice to Patras. However, there are services departing from Nice and arriving at Patra via Genova Piazza Principe and Durrës. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 18m.

How far is it from Nice to Patras?

The distance between Nice and Patras is 1672 km. The road distance is 2078.6 km.

How do I travel from Nice to Patras without a car?

The best way to get from Nice to Patras without a car is to train and ferry via Bari which takes 31h 2m and costs €120 - €310.

How long does it take to get from Nice to Patras?

It takes approximately 12h to get from Nice to Patras, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nice to Patras bus from?

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

Where does the Nice to Patras bus arrive?

Nice to Patras bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Genoa station.

What is the time difference between Nice and Patras?

Patras is 1h ahead of Nice. It is currently 3:41 PM in Nice and 4:41 PM in Patras.

Can I drive from Nice to Patras?

Yes, the driving distance between Nice to Patras is 2079 km. It takes approximately 25h 16m to drive from Nice to Patras.

Where can I stay near Patras?

There are 635+ hotels available in Patras.

Nice to Patras - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, ferry, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Nice to Patras by plane, bus, train, ferry, or car

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

Fly to Kalamata International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Kalamata International Airport (KLX)NCE - KLX
2. Take the bus from Kalamata to Patras
12h
€152–270
Fly to Athens International Airport, train, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Athens International Airport (ATH)NCE - ATH
2. Take the train from Athens to Kiato
3. Take the bus from Kiato to Patra
10h 40m
€86–238
Train, ferry via Bari
1. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Bologna CentraleIc
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Bari CentraleFr
3. Take the ferry from Bari M.ma to PatrasAsf
31h 2m
€123–305
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nice to Genoa482 / ...
2. Take the bus from Genova Piazza Principe to Durrës
3. Take the bus from Durrës to Patra
36h 18m
Drive 2,078.6 km
1. Drive from Nice to Patras2,078.6 km
25h 16m
€376–542
Fly to Ioannina National Airport, bus
1. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Ioannina National Airport (IOA)NCE - IOA
2. Take the bus from Ioannina to Aigio
14h 32m
€202–430
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Bologna CentraleIc
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to AnconaFr
3. Take the ferry from Ancona M.Ma to PatrasAbs / ...
32h 44m
€133–305
Train, Bus
1. Take the train from Ventimiglia to SavonaIc
2. Take the bus from Savona FS to Rrogozhinë
3. Take the bus from Rrogozhinë to Agrínio
4. Take the bus from Agrinio to Patras
44h 27m

Nice to Patras by train, bus, foot, and ferry

2Weekly Services

31h 2mAverage Duration

€123Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,671.6 km
Duration: 12h

What companies run services between Nice, France and Patras, Greece?

You can take a bus from Nice to Patra via Genoa, Genova Piazza Principe, and Durrës in around 36h 18m.

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