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Musée Matisse
Museum in Cimiez dedicated to Henri Matisse, with paintings, drawings, cut-outs, and personal objects in a historic villa.
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
6 h 29 m
Average duration
6 h 50 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pisa to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pisa to Nice will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
It's difficult to get from Pisa to Nice without transferring at least 2 times.
Regionale 18361 · Regionale Veloce 3270 · Regionale Veloce 3376+
86068
Regionale 18361 · Regionale Veloce 3270 · Regionale Veloce 3376+
86074
Regionale 19388 · Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale Veloce 3368+
86052
Regionale 19388 · Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale Veloce 3368+
86054
Regionale 19388 · Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale Veloce 3368+
86048
FRECCIAROSSA 8606+
Intercity 637+
86052
Intercity 510 · Intercity 641+
86074
FRECCIABIANCA 8616+
Regionale Veloce 3380+
86078
FRECCIAROSSA 8606+
Intercity 637+
86054
Intercity 662+
Regionale Veloce 3364+
86038Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pisa to Nice 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 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $173.
Distance: 156 miles (252 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$36 Average price Cheapest | $38 Average price | $799 Average price | $124 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 58m Average total duration 15h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Pisa to Nice:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Pisa to Nice costing on average $38 (€31).
A train is $762 (€618) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pisa to Nice costing on average $799 (€647).
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 46m.
Flight takes on average 15h 58m.
Tickets start at around $36 (€29) compared to roughly $124 (€100) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $87 (€71). The journey takes 5h 25m versus 4h 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 Pisa to Nice trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 19386 · Regionale 12214 · Regionale Veloce 3364+ 86044 | 5:25 AM Pisa Centrale | 9h15 | 2:40 PM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 19386 · Regionale 12214 · Regionale Veloce 3364+ 86042 | 5:25 AM Pisa Centrale | 8h46 | 2:11 PM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 19386 · Regionale 12214 · Regionale Veloce 3364+ 86038 | 5:25 AM Pisa Centrale | 8h15 | 1:40 PM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
Intercity 662+ Regionale Veloce 3364+ 86044 | 6:42 AM Pisa Centrale | 7h58 | 2:40 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 662+ Regionale Veloce 3364+ 86038 | 6:42 AM Pisa Centrale | 6h58 | 1:40 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 662+ Regionale Veloce 3364+ 86042 | 6:42 AM Pisa Centrale | 7h29 | 2:11 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19388 · Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale Veloce 3368+ 86054 | 8:18 AM Pisa Centrale | 8h23 | 4:41 PM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 19388 · Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale Veloce 3368+ 86048 | 8:18 AM Pisa Centrale | 7h22 | 3:40 PM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 19388 · Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale Veloce 3368+ 86052 | 8:18 AM Pisa Centrale | 7h55 | 4:13 PM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+ Regionale Veloce 3368+ 86048 | 8:47 AM Pisa Centrale | 6h53 | 3:40 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+ Regionale Veloce 3368+ 86052 | 8:47 AM Pisa Centrale | 7h26 | 4:13 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+ Regionale Veloce 3368+ 86054 | 8:47 AM Pisa Centrale | 7h54 | 4:41 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 89512+ Regionale Veloce 3372+ 86058 | 9:24 AM Pisa Centrale | 8h16 | 5:40 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 89512+ Regionale Veloce 3372+ 86062 | 9:24 AM Pisa Centrale | 8h45 | 6:09 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 89512+ Regionale Veloce 3372+ 86064 | 9:24 AM Pisa Centrale | 9h17 | 6:41 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18361 · Regionale Veloce 3270 · Regionale Veloce 3376+ 86074 | 11:06 AM Pisa Centrale | 9h35 | 8:41 PM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 18361 · Regionale Veloce 3270 · Regionale Veloce 3376+ 86072 | 11:06 AM Pisa Centrale | 9h03 | 8:09 PM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 18361 · Regionale Veloce 3270 · Regionale Veloce 3376+ 86068 | 11:06 AM Pisa Centrale | 8h36 | 7:42 PM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
Intercity 510 · Intercity 641+ 86074 | 1:47 PM Pisa Centrale | 6h54 | 8:41 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 510 · Intercity 641+ 86078 | 1:47 PM Pisa Centrale | 7h59 | 9:46 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 510 · Intercity 641+ 86076 | 1:47 PM Pisa Centrale | 7h22 | 9:09 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18371 · Regionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale Veloce 3380+ 86078 | 2:06 PM Pisa Centrale | 7h40 | 9:46 PM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 18371 · Regionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale Veloce 3380+ 86082 | 2:06 PM Pisa Centrale | 8h05 | 10:11 PM Nice-Ville | 4 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8616+ Regionale Veloce 3380+ 86078 | 2:52 PM Pisa Centrale | 6h54 | 9:46 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8616+ Regionale Veloce 3380+ 86082 · 881182 | 2:52 PM Pisa Centrale | 7h19 | 10:11 PM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Pisa to Nice run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 22:43. The fastest train covers the 156 miles (252 km) distance in 4h 36m.
Distance 156 miles (252 km) |
Average train duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 36m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 10:43 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
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Museum in Cimiez dedicated to Henri Matisse, with paintings, drawings, cut-outs, and personal objects in a historic villa.
Major museum devoted to Marc Chagall, especially his Biblical Message cycle; one of Nice’s most important art museums.
Nice’s contemporary art museum, known for postwar and avant-garde works and a central location near Place Garibaldi.
Nice’s iconic seafront boulevard, ideal for walking, cycling, and classic Riviera views along the Baie des Anges.
Hilltop park and viewpoint with sweeping panoramas over Nice, the port, and the coastline; one of the city’s top photo spots.
The old town’s maze of colorful streets, Baroque architecture, and lively squares makes it a core area for first-time visitors.
Nice’s signature salad of tomatoes, raw vegetables, olives, anchovies or tuna, and eggs, dressed simply with olive oil. It is a classic expression of Niçois cuisine.
A thin, crisp chickpea-flour pancake baked in a wood-fired oven and eaten hot with pepper. It is one of the most iconic street foods in Nice.
A Provençal tart topped with caramelized onions, anchovies, and black olives. It is a traditional snack from the Nice area with deep savory flavor.
A Michelin-starred restaurant offering refined seasonal cuisine in an elegant setting. It is one of Nice’s most respected fine-dining addresses.
A famous tiny Niçois institution known for classic local dishes such as petits farcis, pasta, and regional specialties in a simple, intimate setting.
A long-established casual spot celebrated for socca and other traditional Niçois snacks. It is one of the best-known places in Nice for local street-food classics.
Nice is pricier than many French cities, especially for hotels and seafront dining, but bakeries, markets, and local bistros help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxis; small change is fine in cafés and bars.
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