Davos to Nice: Road Trip Guide & Distance

247.6 miles 398.5 km · straight line
309.5 miles estimated 498.1 km · driving distance
6h 14min estimated drive time
CHF 60 - CHF 74 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
211° SSW bearing direction

How far is Davos from Nice?

The distance from Davos to Nice is 247.6 miles (398.5 km) as the crow flies. Nice is located SSW of Davos. By car, the driving distance is approximately 309.5 miles, taking about 6h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Davos is in Switzerland, while Nice is in France.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Davos and Nice. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Davos to Nice

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 14min CHF 60 - CHF 74 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 29min $25–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 55min $37–$108* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Davos & Nice

Quick Facts

Davos
46.80°N, 9.84°E
Europe/Zurich
1560m elevation
Nice
43.71°N, 7.26°E
Europe/Paris
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients