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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Alicante to Nice
Cheapest price
$185
Average price
$185
Fastest journey
1 d 3 h 49 m
Average duration
1 d 3 h 49 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
881 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alicante to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante to Nice will cost around $185 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $185.
It's difficult to get from Alicante to Nice without transferring at least 2 times.
9:15 AM27h49Alicante1:04 PMNice$1851One-way2 transfers
- 9:15 AM27h49Alicante1:04 PMNice$1851One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Alicante to Nice
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $77. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $77, and a train costs an average of $185.
Distance: 547 miles (881 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$185 Average price | $129 Average price Cheapest | $183 Average price | $310 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
28h 19m Average total duration 27h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 30m Average total duration 19h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.6 - 5.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Nice:
A bus is $53 (€43) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Nice costing on average $183 (€147).
A bus is $56 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alicante to Nice costing on average $185 (€149).
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Bus takes on average 19h 0m.
Train takes on average 27h 49m.
Tickets start at around $185 (€149) compared to roughly $310 (€250) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $125 (€101). The journey takes 27h 49m versus 11h 49m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Alicante to Nice train times
The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Nice trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:15 AM Alicante | 27h49 | 1:04 PM Nice | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alicante to Nice
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Trains from Alicante to Nice run on average 1 times per day, taking around 27h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $185 (€149) but you can travel from only $63 (€51) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 15:53. The fastest train covers the 547 miles (881 km) distance in 27h 49m.
Distance 547 miles (881 km) |
Average train duration 27h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $185 (€149) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 27h 49m |
First train 4:10 AM |
Last train 3:53 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Renfe Viajeros from Alicante to Nice trainsRenfe Viajeros trains will get you between Alicante and Nice from $63 (€51). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Alicante to Nice
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