The cheapest and fastest trains from Nice to Bourges
Cheapest price
$396
Average price
$396
Fastest journey
8 h 7 m
Average duration
8 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
534 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nice to Bourges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Bourges will cost around $396 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $396.
It's difficult to get from Nice to Bourges without transferring at least once.
6170+
391310:56 AM8h07Nice-Ville7:03 PMGare de Bourges$3961One-way1 transfer
6170+
391310:56 AM8h07Nice-Ville7:03 PMGare de Bourges$3961One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nice to Bourges
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nice to Bourges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $54. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $54, and a train costs an average of $70.
Distance: 331 miles (534 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$153 Average price | $77 Average price Cheapest | $233 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 51m Average total duration Fastest 11h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 48m Average total duration 13h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nice to Bourges:
A bus is $76 (€63) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nice to Bourges costing on average $153 (€125).
Other travel options to Bourges take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 18m.
Tickets start at around $153 (€125) compared to roughly $233 (€190) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $80 (€65). The journey takes 11h 21m versus 7h 43m 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.
Live departures
Nice to Bourges train times
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Bourges trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:00 PM Nice | 15h52 | 8:52 AM Bourges | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
6170+ 3913 | 10:56 AM Nice-Ville | 8h07 | 7:03 PM Gare de Bourges | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nice to Bourges
Trains from Nice to Bourges run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€57) but you can travel from only $54 (€44) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 19:09. The fastest train covers the 331 miles (534 km) distance in 8h 47m.
Distance 331 miles (534 km) |
Average train duration 11h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€57) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 8h 47m |
First train 6:04 AM |
Last train 7:09 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Nice to Bourges trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Nice and Bourges from $54 (€44). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF | Intercités de nuit
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Nice to Bourges
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice to Bourges 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 Bourges, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nice to Bourges
- 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
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Rue de la Gare
- Café Restaurant Louis XI
- Le Beauvoir
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €0.50
- ibis Bourges
- Hotel de Bourbon Mercure Bourges
- Hotel Le Christina
- Located in the main hall
- 154 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services available
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