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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.
Cheapest price
$105
Average price
$122
Fastest journey
6 h 42 m
Average duration
6 h 59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
468 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Toulouse to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Toulouse to Nice will cost around $122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $105.
It's difficult to get from Toulouse to Nice without transferring at least once.
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17487Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Toulouse to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a flight costs an average of $71.
Distance: 290 miles (468 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$110 Average price | $52 Average price Cheapest | $170 Average price | $186 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 47m Average total duration 7h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 32m Average total duration 8h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Toulouse to Nice:
A bus is $58 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Toulouse to Nice costing on average $110 (€91).
A bus is $118 (€97) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Toulouse to Nice costing on average $170 (€140).
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 17m.
Bus takes on average 8h 2m.
Tickets start at around $110 (€91) compared to roughly $186 (€153) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $75 (€62). The journey takes 7h 17m versus 5h 44m 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 Toulouse to Nice trains for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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4657+ 17487 | Delayed 8:48 AM 10:43 AMGare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 7h47 | 6:30 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 transfer | |
4659+ 17489 | On time 12:42 PM Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 6h48 | 7:30 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 transfer | |
4663+ 17497 | 4:44 PM Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 6h42 | 11:26 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 transfer | |
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4651+ 17477 | 6:45 AM Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 6h47 | 1:32 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Toulouse to Nice run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 (€62) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 22:47. The fastest train covers the 290 miles (468 km) distance in 6h 42m.
Distance 290 miles (468 km) |
Average train duration 7h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 (€62) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 42m |
First train 5:34 AM |
Last train 10:47 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Toulouse 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 Toulouse to Nice trains use the Toulouse Matabiau to Nice Saint-Augustin station pair, with some services arriving at Nice Ville. Use this guide to compare Toulouse and Nice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Toulouse Matabiau is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse Matabiau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Canteen & Bowl, PAUL, Starbucks, Selecta
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are the ATM is located in the connecting corridor between Hall 1 and Hall 2 opposite Relay.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 08:15 - 19:40, Sat: 08:15 - 18:40, Sun: 09:35 - 19:40. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is service provided by Grand Hôtel d'Orléans, located opposite the station. Fixed pricing per piece of baggage: small baggage: €5.50, medium baggage: €7.50, large baggage: €9.50.
Available at Toulouse Matabiau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Toulouse Matabiau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse Matabiau: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Disabled Passenger Assistance Service (PSH / PMR). Access Train liO can be reached at +33 0800313131.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mermoz, Best Western Hotel Innes by HappyCulture, Appart Hotel Clement Ader.
Gare de Saint-Agne is 2 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Gare de Saint-Agne has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Gare de Saint-Agne.
ATMs are available at Gare de Saint-Agne.
Available at Gare de Saint-Agne: Parking, WC.
Available at Gare de Saint-Agne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Saint-Agne.
Saint-Cyprien Arènes is 2 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Saint-Cyprien Arènes has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Saint-Cyprien Arènes.
Ticket office support is available at Saint-Cyprien Arènes. Information desks are located in Hall 1.
Available at Saint-Cyprien Arènes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Saint-Cyprien Arènes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Cyprien Arènes: Elevators, ramps.
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 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
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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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