The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nice
Cheapest price
$96
Average price
$154
Fastest journey
6 h 16 m
Average duration
9 h 15 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
283 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nice will cost around $154 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.
It's difficult to get from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nice without transferring at least once.
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886565 · 17481
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879545 · 17491
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nice
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $98.
Distance: 175 miles (283 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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$116 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $270 Average price |
6h 24m Average total duration 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nice train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nice trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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6908 · 6177 | On time 9:53 AM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 9h11 | 7:04 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
6193+ 879545 · 17491 | On time 1:14 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 6h17 | 7:31 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nice
Trains from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nice run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $68 (€55) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:14, the last at 16:54. The fastest train covers the 175 miles (283 km) distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 175 miles (283 km) |
Average train duration 5h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $68 (€55) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 15m |
First train 08:14 |
Last train 16:54 |
Cheapest month Mar |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Oct - Dec |
Busiest day Thu |
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Train companies: TGV INOUI, Regionale, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nice trainsTGV INOUI, Regionale, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and Nice from $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TGV INOUI
Regionale
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nice
- Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station.
- Agora
- PAUL
- Sushi Side
- Factory Donuts
- Deli & Cia
- 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.
- Hotel Trocadero
- Ibis Nice Centre Gare
- Hotel Belle Meuniere
- Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30
- Located in the station main hall.
- Bus lines: Ligne d'Azur
- Tram lines: 1
- Train lines: TGV, OUIGO, Intercités, TER PACA 3, TER PACA 4, TER PACA 5, TER PACA 6, Russian Railways
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station with several public parking options.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.80
- 118 places, 50 covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a simple layout with two main platforms for regional trains.
- Tramway: Line 2, Line 3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional trains to Nice Central Station
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Restaurant Le Millésime
- La Roustide
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Apogia Nice
- Ibis Styles Nice Vieux Port
- 200 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tramway: Line 1 nearby
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