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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
€115
Average price
€141
Fastest journey
5 h 50 m
Average duration
9 h 42 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 €141 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €115.
It's difficult to get from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nice without transferring at least once.
6191 · 6173+
879337
6917+
17648+
12177
6908 · 6177
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6191 · 6173+
879337
6917+
17648+
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6908 · 6177
6922+
5781Trains from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nice run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €67 but you can travel from only €19 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:42, the last at 16:54. The fastest train covers the 175 miles (283 km) distance in 6h 16m.
Distance 175 miles (283 km) |
Average train duration 5h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €67 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 16m |
First train 6:42 AM |
Last train 4:54 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nice trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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6191+ 879337+ 6173 | 9:14 AM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 5h50 | 3:04 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
6908 · 6177 | 10:54 AM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 9h10 | 8:04 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
6917+ 17648+ 12177 | 2:10 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 8h33 | 10:43 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
6922+ 5781 | 5:54 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 15h15 | 9:09 AM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
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Museum in a seventeenth-century villa housing major biblical works by Marc Chagall. It is one of Nice's most important art collections.
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Main square rebuilt with elegant arcades, public art, and tram access. It links the old town and modern center and hosts major city events.
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A deep fried chickpea fritter, often sold in strips. It is a classic Niçois snack linked to local Italian influences and market eating culture.
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Elegant Michelin starred restaurant focused on refined Mediterranean cuisine with Riviera products, offering a polished fine dining experience.
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Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafes.
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.

Most Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nice trains use the Lyon Part Dieu to Nice Saint-Augustin station pair, with some services arriving at Nice Ville. Use this guide to compare Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and Nice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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 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
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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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