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Musée Matisse
Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, with paintings, drawings, cut-outs, and personal objects in a historic villa in Cimiez.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Roissy-en-France to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $93. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $93, and a train costs an average of $124.
Distance: 430 miles (693 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$160 Average price | $153 Average price | $117 Average price Cheapest | $177 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 10m Average total duration 12h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Roissy-en-France to Nice:
A bus is $36 (€30) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Roissy-en-France to Nice costing on average $153 (€126).
A bus is $43 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Roissy-en-France to Nice costing on average $160 (€132).
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 0m.
Bus takes on average 12h 40m.
The journey is about 2h 24m faster (7h 0m by train vs 9h 24m by car) and roughly $17 (€14) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($160 (€132) vs $177 (€146)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Roissy-en-France to Nice trains for today, Tuesday, June 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:30 AM Roissy-en-France | 7h00 | 2:30 PM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Roissy-en-France to Nice run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $124 (€102) but you can travel from only $93 (€76) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 19:09. The fastest train covers the 430 miles (693 km) distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 430 miles (693 km) |
Average train duration 7h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $124 (€102) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 7h 0m |
First train 6:25 AM |
Last train 7:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 70 days |
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Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, with paintings, drawings, cut-outs, and personal objects in a historic villa in Cimiez.
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Nice's iconic seafront promenade, ideal for walking, cycling, and classic Riviera views along the Bay of Angels.
Castle Hill park and viewpoint with panoramic views over Old Nice, the port, and the Mediterranean.
The historic old town, known for narrow lanes, colorful facades, lively squares, and a quintessential Nice atmosphere.
A thin chickpea-flour pancake baked in a wood-fired oven. It is one of Nice’s most iconic street foods, best eaten hot with pepper.
The classic salad of Nice, typically made with tomatoes, hard-boiled eggs, anchovies or tuna, olives, and raw vegetables. It is a defining local specialty.
A Niçois onion tart topped with anchovies and black olives. It is a traditional snack that reflects the city’s Provençal and Mediterranean flavors.
An acclaimed fine-dining restaurant offering refined tasting menus in an elegant setting. A strong choice for a high-end meal in Nice.
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Prices are above average for France, especially near the seafront. Budget options exist, but hotels and dining in central areas can be pricey.
Service is usually included. Leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated. Round up for taxis. Small tips are optional in cafés and hotels.
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