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Musée Jean Cocteau Collection Séverin Wunderman
Museum in a seventeenth-century bastion displaying Jean Cocteau works in a dramatic harbor setting central to Menton’s cultural identity.
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
3 h 52 m
Average duration
4 h 9 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
204 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pavia to Menton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pavia to Menton will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
It's difficult to get from Pavia to Menton without transferring at least once.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pavia to Menton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $21, and a bus costs an average of $41.
Distance: 126 miles (204 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$38 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 50m Average total duration Fastest 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pavia to Menton:
A train is $4 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Pavia to Menton costing on average $43 (€43).
Other travel options to Menton take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 0m.
Tickets start at around $38 (€38) compared to roughly $44 (€44) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $6 (€6). The journey takes 5h 20m versus 3h 26m 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 Pavia to Menton trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:36 AM Pavia | 4h00 | 1:36 PM Menton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:36 AM Pavia | 4h00 | 3:36 PM Menton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:36 PM Pavia | 5h00 | 6:36 PM Menton | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:36 PM Pavia | 3h53 | 7:29 PM Menton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:36 PM Pavia | 3h52 | 9:28 PM Menton | 1 transfer |
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Trains from Pavia to Menton run on average 29 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 126 miles (204 km) distance in 3h 52m.
Distance 126 miles (204 km) |
Average train duration 5h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€21) |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 52m |
First train 4:45 AM |
Last train 7:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Discover the best of Menton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Menton trip today.
Museum in a seventeenth-century bastion displaying Jean Cocteau works in a dramatic harbor setting central to Menton’s cultural identity.
Historic fort museum focused on Jean Cocteau, with drawings, mosaics, and a memorable location beside Menton’s old port.
Regional art museum in the old town presenting modern and contemporary works in an atmospheric historic building.
Menton’s oldest quarter of steep lanes, colorful façades, and stairways leading to churches, viewpoints, and the sea.
Long seaside promenade ideal for walking, beaches, Belle Époque façades, and classic Riviera views across Menton Bay.
Formal seafront gardens with sculptures, lawns, and event spaces, especially popular during Menton’s famous lemon festival.
Menton’s famous lemon tart made with the town’s prized citrus. Bright, fragrant, and central to local identity and the annual lemon festival.
A Niçoise and Menton specialty of sliced vegetables baked in olive oil. It reflects the Riviera’s market produce and Mediterranean home cooking.
Thin chickpea flour pancake cooked until crisp. Common across the Riviera, it is a beloved street snack in nearby Nice and Menton.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining by Mauro Colagreco, famous for Riviera produce and refined tasting menus in a luxurious seafront setting.
Historic Belle Époque restaurant known for classic French and Mediterranean dishes in a grand, traditional dining room by the sea.
Well-regarded casual address serving fresh Italian and Mediterranean plates, with a relaxed atmosphere near the old town and seafront.
Menton is moderate for the Riviera: stays cost less than Nice or Monaco, but dining and summer prices are still above many French towns.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up for taxis and leave small change at cafes.
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Menton Gare -> Place Saint-Roch, Menton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pavia to Menton 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 Menton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Pavia to Menton trains use the Pavia to Ventimiglia Stazione station pair. Use this guide to compare Pavia and Menton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pavia is 1 km from Pavia city centre. Public transport options include:
Pavia 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: Ristorante Pizzeria Da Giulio, Trattoria Da Lina
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Pavia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pavia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pavia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pavia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pavia: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Moderno, Hotel Excelsior, Hotel Aurora.
Pavia Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Pavia Porta Garibaldi.
ATMs are available at Pavia Porta Garibaldi.
Available at Pavia Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pavia Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking.
Menton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: L'Orangerie, Le Petit Prince
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Menton. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Menton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Menton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Menton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Menton: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Napoleon, Best Western Premier Hotel Prince De Galles, Hotel Riva Art & Spa.
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