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Musée National Marc Chagall
Museum in a seventeenth-century villa housing major biblical works by Marc Chagall. It is one of Nice's most important art collections.
Cheapest price
$172
Average price
$192
Fastest journey
7 h 28 m
Average duration
9 h 43 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
403 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Clermont-Ferrand to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Clermont-Ferrand to Nice will cost around $192 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $172.
It's difficult to get from Clermont-Ferrand to Nice without transferring at least once.
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5978Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Clermont-Ferrand to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $96.
Distance: 250 miles (403 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$164 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest | $195 Average price | $184 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 18m Average total duration Fastest 6h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 24m Average total duration 8h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 34m Average total duration 11h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Clermont-Ferrand to Nice:
A bus is $114 (€94) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Clermont-Ferrand to Nice costing on average $164 (€135).
A bus is $145 (€120) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Clermont-Ferrand to Nice costing on average $195 (€160).
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 54m.
Flight takes on average 11h 34m.
Tickets start at around $164 (€135) compared to roughly $184 (€152) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $20 (€17). The journey takes 6h 48m versus 6h 6m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Clermont-Ferrand to Nice trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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875700+ 5102+ 17479 | 6:04 AM Clermont-Ferrand station | 8h26 | 2:30 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 transfers | |
875704+ 12402+ 17483 | 9:02 AM Clermont-Ferrand station | 7h28 | 4:30 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 transfers | |
875710+ 9830+ 17495 | 2:02 PM Clermont-Ferrand station | 8h23 | 10:25 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 transfers | |
875712+ 12177 | 3:02 PM Clermont-Ferrand station | 7h41 | 10:43 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
5781+ 5978 | 4:30 PM Clermont-Ferrand station | 16h39 | 9:09 AM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer |
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Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Clermont-Ferrand to Nice run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $69 (€57) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 250 miles (403 km) distance in 7h 28m.
Distance 250 miles (403 km) |
Average train duration 6h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $69 (€57) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 28m |
First train 6:04 AM |
Last train 7:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Clermont-Ferrand to Nice by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Clermont-Ferrand to Nice trains use the Clermont-Ferrand to Nice Ville station pair, with some services arriving at Nice Saint-Augustin. Use this guide to compare Clermont-Ferrand and Nice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Clermont-Ferrand is 1 km from Clermont-Ferrand city centre. Public transport options include:
Clermont-Ferrand has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Duguesclin, Restaurant Lard et la Manière
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Clermont-Ferrand. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Clermont-Ferrand. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Clermont-Ferrand: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Clermont-Ferrand: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clermont-Ferrand: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Clermont-Ferrand Centre, Hotel Oceania Clermont-Ferrand, Hotel Mercure Clermont Ferrand Centre Jaude.
Clermont La Rotonde is 1 km from Clermont-Ferrand city centre. Public transport options include:
Clermont La Rotonde has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Clermont La Rotonde.
ATMs are available at Clermont La Rotonde.
Available at Clermont La Rotonde: Parking, WC.
Available at Clermont La Rotonde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clermont La Rotonde.
Nice Ville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Agora, PAUL, Sushi Side, Factory Donuts, Deli & Cia
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located on the forecourt of the station, on the right when exiting the station hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30. Information desks are located in the station main hall.
Available at Nice Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nice Ville: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Ville: Level access from the entrance to the station, barrier-free toilets, magnetic induction loops. Assistance offered by Accès Plus to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, located in the central hall.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Trocadero, Ibis Nice Centre Gare, Hotel Belle Meuniere.
Nice Saint-Augustin is 5 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice Saint-Augustin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Ticket office support is available at Nice Saint-Augustin. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Ramps, restrooms.
Nice Riquier is 1 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice Riquier has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Millésime, La Roustide
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Nice Riquier. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Nice Riquier: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nice Riquier: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Riquier: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Apogia Nice, Ibis Styles Nice Vieux Port.
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