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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 on Sep 01
$69
Average ticket price on Sep 01
$72
Fastest journey on Sep 01
4 h 1 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
4 h 4 m
Trains on Sep 01
6
Distance
235 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nîmes to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nîmes to Nice will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
It's difficult to get from Nîmes to Nice without transferring at least once.
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4661Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nîmes to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, while a train costs an average of $75.
Distance: 146 miles (235 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$75 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $92 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Nîmes to Nice:
A bus is $51 (€41) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nîmes to Nice costing on average $75 (€61).
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 22m.
Tickets start at around $75 (€61) compared to roughly $92 (€74) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $16 (€13). The journey takes 3h 41m versus 3h 8m 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 Nîmes to Nice trains for today, Monday, August 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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17477+ 4651 | Delayed 8:57 AM 9:27 AMNîmes station | 4h05 | 1:32 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 transfer | |
17481+ 4655 | On time 11:26 AM Nîmes station | 4h04 | 3:30 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 transfer | |
17487+ 4657 | On time 1:26 PM Nîmes station | 5h03 | 6:29 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 transfer | |
17489+ 4659 | On time 3:27 PM Nîmes station | 4h03 | 7:30 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 transfer | |
17493+ 4661 | 5:26 PM Nîmes station | 4h08 | 9:34 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 transfer | |
17497+ 4663 | 7:26 PM Nîmes station | 4h01 | 11:27 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, September 1 | |||||
17477+ 4651 | 9:27 AM Nîmes station | 4h05 | 1:32 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Nîmes to Nice run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $67 (€55) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 146 miles (235 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 146 miles (235 km) |
Average train duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $67 (€55) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 5:28 AM |
Last train 8:00 PM |
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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 Nîmes 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 Nîmes to Nice trains use the Nîmes to Nice Ville station pair, with some services arriving at Nice Saint-Augustin. Use this guide to compare Nîmes and Nice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nîmes is 1 km from Nîmes city centre. Public transport options include:
Nîmes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Cheval Blanc, Restaurant La Table du 2
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Nîmes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Nîmes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nîmes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nîmes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nîmes: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Empire, Hôtel de L'Amphithéâtre, Hôtel Marquis de la Baume.
Nîmes, Gare Saint Cesaire is 2 km from Nîmes city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
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 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 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
Free.
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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