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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.
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Cheapest price
$101
Average price
$104
Fastest journey
6h 17m
Average duration
6h 59m
Trains per day
3
Distance
55 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Perpignan to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $45.
Distance: 230 miles (371 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$98 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $158 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 27m Average total duration Fastest 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Perpignan to Nice:
A bus is $62 (€51) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Perpignan to Nice costing on average $98 (€81).
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 43m.
Tickets start at around $98 (€81) compared to roughly $158 (€130) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $60 (€49). The journey takes 5h 57m versus 4h 55m 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 Perpignan to Nice trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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86990 · 876542+ 17491 | On time 1:10 PM Perpignan station | 7h21 | 8:31 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 transfers | |
86992 · 876546+ 17495 | 3:06 PM Perpignan station | 7h19 | 10:25 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 transfers | |
4663+ 17497+ 86994 | 5:09 PM Perpignan station | 6h17 | 11:26 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, July 16 | |||||
876100 · 876534+ 17475 | 5:23 AM Perpignan station | 7h07 | 12:30 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 transfers | |
876406+ 4651+ 17477 | 7:09 AM Perpignan station | 6h20 | 1:29 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 transfers | |
876410+ 4655+ 17481 | 9:09 AM Perpignan station | 6h21 | 3:30 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 transfers | |
876414+ 4657+ 17487 | 11:11 AM Perpignan station | 7h19 | 6:30 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Perpignan to Nice run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€37) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 19:09. The fastest train covers the 230 miles (371 km) distance in 6h 14m.
Distance 230 miles (371 km) |
Average train duration 5h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€37) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 14m |
First train 5:33 AM |
Last train 7:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Perpignan 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 Perpignan to Nice trains use the Perpignan to Nice Saint-Augustin station pair, with some services arriving at Nice Ville. Use this guide to compare Perpignan and Nice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Perpignan is 1 km from Perpignan city centre. Public transport options include:
Perpignan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Figuier, La Galinette
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Perpignan. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Perpignan. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Perpignan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Perpignan: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Perpignan: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Perpignan, Hotel de France, Hotel Aragon.
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-Pont-Michel is 2 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice-Pont-Michel has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Nice-Pont-Michel.
Ticket office support is available at Nice-Pont-Michel.
Available at Nice-Pont-Michel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nice-Pont-Michel: Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice-Pont-Michel: Ramps.
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