What is the cheapest way to get from Nice to Rio Maggiore?

The cheapest way to get from Nice to Rio Maggiore is to bus via Bologna which costs €29 - €80 and takes 12h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nice to Rio Maggiore?

The fastest way to get from Nice to Rio Maggiore is to drive which takes 6h 7m and costs €95 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Nice and Rio Maggiore?

No, there is no direct bus from Nice to Rio Maggiore. However, there are services departing from Nice and arriving at Ponte Rio via Bologna Centrale and Senigallia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 12m.

How far is it from Nice to Rio Maggiore?

The distance between Nice and Rio Maggiore is 633 km. The road distance is 646.7 km.

How do I travel from Nice to Rio Maggiore without a car?

The best way to get from Nice to Rio Maggiore without a car is to train which takes 11h 59m and costs €65 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Nice to Rio Maggiore?

It takes approximately 11h 59m to get from Nice to Rio Maggiore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nice to Rio Maggiore bus from?

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

Train or bus from Nice to Rio Maggiore?

The best way to get from Nice to Rio Maggiore is to train which takes 11h 59m and costs €65 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus via Bologna, which costs €29 - €80 and takes 12h 12m.

Where does the Nice to Rio Maggiore bus arrive?

Nice to Rio Maggiore bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.

Can I drive from Nice to Rio Maggiore?

Yes, the driving distance between Nice to Rio Maggiore is 647 km. It takes approximately 6h 7m to drive from Nice to Rio Maggiore.

Where can I stay near Rio Maggiore?

There are 1154+ hotels available in Rio Maggiore.

Nice to Rio Maggiore - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Nice to Rio Maggiore by train (Trenitalia), bus, 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.

Train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Piacenzatrain Ic
2. Take the train from Piacenza to Pesarotrain Ic
11h 59m
€69–126
Bus via Bologna
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nice to Bologna Centralebus 482
2. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to Senigalliabus 1420
12h 12m
€29–75
Drive 646.7 km
1. Drive from Nice to Rio Maggiorecar 646.7 km
6h 7m
€100–144
Train via Pisa (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Pisa Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Pisa Centrale to Firenze S.M.N.train Re
3. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Fanotrain Re
14h 27m
€67–107
Bus
1. Take the bus from Piazza Colombo - Sanremo to Pesarobus
15h 6m
€58–87

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Nice to Rio Maggiore.

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Distance: 633.2 km
Duration: 11h 59m

What companies run services between Nice, France and Rio Maggiore, Marche, Italy?

You can take a train from Nice-Ville to Ponte Rio via Ventimiglia, Piacenza, Pesaro, Marotta-Mondolfo, and Marotta in around 11h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nice to Ponte Rio via Bologna Centrale and Senigallia in around 12h 12m.

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