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Musée Matisse
Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, with paintings, drawings, cut-outs, and personal objects in a Genoese villa in Cimiez.
Cheapest price
$67
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Avignon Centre to Nice-Ville is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Avignon Centre to Nice-Ville will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
It's difficult to get from Avignon Centre to Nice-Ville without transferring at least once.
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879377Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Avignon Centre to Nice-Ville among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $216.
Distance: 123 miles (199 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$65 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $216 Average price | $84 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 10m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Avignon Centre to Nice-Ville:
A bus is $39 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Avignon Centre to Nice-Ville costing on average $65 (€52).
A bus is $190 (€153) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Avignon Centre to Nice-Ville costing on average $216 (€174).
Other travel options to Nice-Ville take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 45m.
Flight takes on average 5h 10m.
Tickets start at around $65 (€52) compared to roughly $84 (€68) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $19 (€16). The journey takes 3h 45m versus 2h 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.
The table below shows live departures for Avignon Centre to Nice-Ville trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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6805+ 879325 | Delayed 7:28 AM 9:13 AMAvignon Centre | 3h51 | 1:04 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
6103 · 6175+ 879337 | Delayed 9:49 AM 11:11 AMAvignon Centre | 4h55 | 4:06 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
879345+ 5332+ 17487 | 1:13 PM Avignon Centre | 5h25 | 6:38 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
879349+ 6107+ 17489 | 1:44 PM Avignon Centre | 5h53 | 7:37 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
6111 · 6177+ 879357 | 3:44 PM Avignon Centre | 4h20 | 8:04 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
5537+ 879377 | 6:44 PM Avignon Centre | 3h59 | 10:43 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
879385+ 6117+ 17499 | 7:44 PM Avignon Centre | 5h25 | 1:09 AM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
879325+ 6805 | 9:13 AM Avignon Centre | 3h51 | 1:04 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Avignon Centre to Nice-Ville run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 18:44. The fastest train covers the 123 miles (199 km) distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 123 miles (199 km) |
Average train duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 20m |
First train 4:53 AM |
Last train 6:44 PM |
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Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, with paintings, drawings, cut-outs, and personal objects in a Genoese villa in Cimiez.
National museum with the largest public collection of works by Marc Chagall, especially his Biblical Message series.
Nice's museum of modern and contemporary art, known for pop art, Nouveau Réalisme, and its rooftop terraces.
Nice's iconic seafront promenade, ideal for walking, cycling, and classic Riviera views.
The old town's maze of colorful streets, baroque facades, small squares, and lively atmosphere makes it essential to explore.
Hilltop park and viewpoint with sweeping panoramas over the old town, port, and coastline.
Nice’s signature salad with tomatoes, anchovies, olives, eggs, and raw seasonal vegetables. It is one of the city’s most famous traditional dishes.
A thin chickpea-flour pancake baked in a wood-fired oven, especially associated with Old Nice. It is a beloved street food and local snack.
A Niçois tart topped with caramelized onions, anchovies, and olives. It is a classic snack and bakery item from the local culinary tradition.
An established fine-dining restaurant with Michelin recognition, known for polished cuisine and a more elegant experience in Nice.
A well-known family-run restaurant in Old Nice serving reliable Niçois and Provençal classics in a warm, traditional atmosphere.
A popular bistro offering refined regional dishes with a lively atmosphere. It is a respected choice for traditional cuisine with a modern touch.
Prices are high by French standards, especially near the coast. Budget options exist, but hotels and dining in central areas are costly.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, and about 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up.
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