- Must visit
Musée Matisse
One of Nice’s signature museums, housing major works by Henri Matisse in an elegant villa in Cimiez.
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
5 h 54 m
Average duration
6 h 6 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
257 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Centrale to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Centrale to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 5 trains that leave Milan Centrale for Nice Cote d'Azur Airport on Fri, Jun 26, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 26 the direct trains cover the 257 km distance in an average of 6 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 54 m .
On Fri, Jun 26 the slowest trains will take 6 h 22 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Centrale to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport 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 bus which can get you there in 4h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $50.
Distance: 159 miles (257 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$31 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $178 Average price | $109 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 18m Average total duration 9h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milan Centrale to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan Centrale to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport costing on average $31 (€26).
A bus is $149 (€123) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan Centrale to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport costing on average $178 (€147).
Other travel options to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 3m.
Flight takes on average 9h 18m.
Tickets start at around $31 (€26) compared to roughly $109 (€90) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $77 (€64). The journey takes 5h 3m versus 4h 9m 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 Milan Centrale to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:15 AM Milan Centrale | 5h54 | 9:09 AM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:11 AM Milan Centrale | 5h58 | 10:09 AM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:15 AM Milan Centrale | 5h54 | 10:09 AM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:25 AM Milan Centrale | 6h22 | 4:47 PM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:25 AM Milan Centrale | 6h22 | 5:47 PM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 0 transfersDirect |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
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 Milan Centrale to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:15, the last at 11:25. The fastest train covers the 159 miles (257 km) distance in 5h 16m.
Distance 159 miles (257 km) |
Average train duration 5h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 16m |
First train 3:15 AM |
Last train 11:25 AM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Discover the best of Nice Cote d'Azur Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nice Cote d'Azur Airport trip today.
One of Nice’s signature museums, housing major works by Henri Matisse in an elegant villa in Cimiez.
A major national museum centered on Chagall’s Biblical Message series, widely considered one of Nice’s cultural highlights.
A striking modern museum near the airport featuring Asian art and rotating exhibitions in a calm lakeside setting.
Nice’s iconic seafront boulevard, perfect for walking, cycling, and classic Riviera views from near the airport to the center.
The atmospheric old town with narrow lanes, colorful façades, lively squares, and a distinctly Mediterranean character.
Castle Hill is the city’s classic viewpoint, popular for sweeping panoramas, greenery, and photo-worthy overlooks.
Nice’s signature salad of tomatoes, olives, anchovies or tuna, eggs, and raw vegetables. It is one of the city’s most famous traditional dishes.
A thin chickpea flour pancake baked in a hot oven or wood-fired pan. It is a beloved Niçoise street food, often eaten hot with pepper.
A Provençal tart topped with caramelized onions, anchovies, and olives. It is a classic snack from Nice and the surrounding coast.
A refined Michelin-starred restaurant in Nice offering creative fine dining with strong local and Mediterranean influence in an elegant setting.
A small, famous Niçoise restaurant known for traditional local dishes in a simple, intimate setting. Highly regarded for authentic regional cooking.
An established casual spot celebrated for socca and other Niçoise specialties. A classic choice for trying traditional local street-style food.
Airport prices are higher than in town. Snacks and coffee are manageable, but full meals and taxis cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Small change for cafés and taxis is enough.
Official public transport app
Nice Cote d'Azur Airport -> Nice Ville
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Centrale to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport 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 Cote d'Azur Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan Centrale to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport trains use the Milano Centrale to Ventimiglia Stazione station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan Centrale and Nice Cote d'Azur Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need