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Musée Matisse
Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, with paintings, drawings, cut-outs, and personal objects in a Genoese villa in Cimiez.
Cheapest price
$89
Average price
$101
Fastest journey
4 h 42 m
Average duration
5 h 22 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Valence Ville to Nice-Ville is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valence Ville to Nice-Ville will cost around $101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.
It's difficult to get from Valence Ville to Nice-Ville without transferring at least once.
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17499Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Valence Ville to Nice-Ville among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $182.
Distance: 144 miles (232 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$95 Average price | $34 Average price Cheapest | $293 Average price | $123 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Valence Ville to Nice-Ville:
A bus is $61 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Valence Ville to Nice-Ville costing on average $95 (€77).
A bus is $259 (€213) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valence Ville to Nice-Ville costing on average $293 (€240).
Other travel options to Nice-Ville take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 26m.
Flight takes on average 6h 23m.
Tickets start at around $95 (€77) compared to roughly $123 (€101) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $29 (€23). The journey takes 4h 54m 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 Valence Ville to Nice-Ville trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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886557 · 17475 | 6:27 AM Valence Ville | 6h11 | 12:38 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
96608+ 6801+ 17473 | 6:44 AM Valence Ville | 4h54 | 11:38 AM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
17352+ 6805 | 8:22 AM Valence Ville | 4h42 | 1:04 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
886565 · 17481 | 9:48 AM Valence Ville | 5h50 | 3:38 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
17570+ 12510+ 17481 | 10:16 AM Valence Ville | 5h22 | 3:38 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
886569 · 17487 | 12:28 PM Valence Ville | 6h10 | 6:38 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
886573 · 17493 | 2:59 PM Valence Ville | 6h44 | 9:43 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
17705+ 17499 | 6:35 PM Valence Ville | 6h02 | 12:37 AM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Valence Ville to Nice-Ville run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 18:16. The fastest train covers the 144 miles (232 km) distance in 4h 16m.
Distance 144 miles (232 km) |
Average train duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 16m |
First train 6:05 AM |
Last train 6:16 PM |
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Discover the best of Nice Ville — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nice Ville trip today.
Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, with paintings, drawings, cut-outs, and personal objects in a Genoese villa in Cimiez.
Major national museum focused on Marc Chagall’s biblical works, known for its vivid paintings and serene garden setting.
Nice’s leading modern and contemporary art museum, noted for postwar European and American works and a central location.
Nice’s iconic seafront boulevard, ideal for walking, cycling, and Riviera views; a defining must-see of the city.
The atmospheric old town, known for colorful lanes, baroque architecture, lively squares, and a classic Nice experience.
Hilltop park and viewpoint with sweeping city and sea panoramas, waterfalls, and remains of Nice’s former citadel.
Nice’s signature salad with raw vegetables, tomatoes, olives, anchovies or tuna, and eggs. It is the city’s best-known traditional dish and reflects the produce of the Riviera.
A thin chickpea-flour pancake cooked in a very hot oven with olive oil and black pepper. It is one of Nice’s most iconic street foods.
A Niçois onion tart topped with anchovies and olives. It is a classic snack or starter found in bakeries and traditional eateries across Nice.
A Michelin-starred restaurant offering a more upscale dining experience with polished tasting menus and a sophisticated atmosphere.
A historic family-run restaurant in Old Nice serving hearty Niçois and Provençal dishes in a classic, relaxed setting.
A small, celebrated old-town bistro known for classic Niçois cooking such as petits farcis, daube, and pissaladière. Intimate and very traditional.
Prices are higher than many French cities, especially near the coast. Budget options exist, but hotels and dining in central areas can be costly.
Service is usually included. Small change or rounding up is appreciated in cafés and taxis. In restaurants, leave about 5-10% only for notably good service.
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Nice-Ville Station, Nice -> Place Massena, Nice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valence Ville to Nice-Ville 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-Ville, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Valence Ville to Nice-Ville trains use the Valence Ville to Nice Ville station pair, with some services arriving at Nice Saint-Augustin. Use this guide to compare Valence Ville and Nice-Ville train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Valence Ville 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 Café Victor Hugo, La Table de Jeanne
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Valence Ville. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Valence Ville. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Valence Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Valence Ville: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Valence Ville: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de France, Ibis Valence Sud, Atrium Hotel.
Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud is 4 km from Valence city centre. Public transport options include:
Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: PAUL, Selecta
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near the restrooms.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:45 - 17:00. Information desks are located in the center of the passenger building.
Available at Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud: Accessible facilities such as toilets, train platforms, and ramps and additional assistance as needed.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Romans Valence Gare TGV, Hôtel Première Classe Valence Nord, Bed & Breakfast À la Belle Histoire.
Valence, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Valence, Gare Routière.
Wi-Fi is available at Valence, Gare Routière. ATMs are available at Valence, Gare Routière.
Available at Valence, Gare Routière: Parking, WC.
Available at Valence, Gare Routière: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Valence, Gare Routière.
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 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 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
Free.
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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