Barcelona to Nice: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Barcelona from Nice?

The distance from Barcelona to Nice is 304.8 miles (490.6 km) as the crow flies. Nice is located ENE of Barcelona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 412 miles, taking about 7h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Barcelona is in Spain, while Nice is in France.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Barcelona and Nice. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.