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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
$13
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ventimiglia station 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 Ventimiglia station to Nice-Ville will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 17 trains that leave Ventimiglia station for Nice-Ville on Wed, Jun 03, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest trains will take 58 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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86008Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ventimiglia station to Nice-Ville among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 18 miles (30 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ventimiglia station to Nice-Ville:
A bus is $0.28 (€0.23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ventimiglia station to Nice-Ville costing on average $14 (€11).
Other travel options to Nice-Ville take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 11m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, ZOU!, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
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 Ventimiglia station to Nice-Ville trains for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
466752 · 86004 | 5:15 AM Ventimiglia station | 1h26 | 6:41 AM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
86006 | 6:12 AM Ventimiglia station | 0h59 | 7:11 AM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86008 | 6:42 AM Ventimiglia station | 0h58 | 7:40 AM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86012 | 7:11 AM Ventimiglia station | 0h59 | 8:10 AM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86014 | 7:42 AM Ventimiglia station | 0h59 | 8:41 AM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86016 | 8:12 AM Ventimiglia station | 0h59 | 9:11 AM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86018 | 8:42 AM Ventimiglia station | 0h59 | 9:41 AM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86022 | 9:12 AM Ventimiglia station | 0h57 | 10:09 AM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86024 | 9:42 AM Ventimiglia station | 0h59 | 10:41 AM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86026 | 10:12 AM Ventimiglia station | 0h59 | 11:11 AM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86028 | 10:42 AM Ventimiglia station | 0h59 | 11:41 AM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86032 | 11:09 AM Ventimiglia station | 0h58 | 12:07 PM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86036 | 12:16 PM Ventimiglia station | 1h00 | 1:16 PM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86038 | 12:40 PM Ventimiglia station | 1h00 | 1:40 PM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86042 | 1:12 PM Ventimiglia station | 0h59 | 2:11 PM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86044 | 1:42 PM Ventimiglia station | 0h58 | 2:40 PM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86046 | 2:12 PM Ventimiglia station | 0h58 | 3:10 PM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86048 | 2:42 PM Ventimiglia station | 0h58 | 3:40 PM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86052 | 3:12 PM Ventimiglia station | 1h01 | 4:13 PM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86054 | 3:44 PM Ventimiglia station | 0h57 | 4:41 PM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86056 | 4:12 PM Ventimiglia station | 0h58 | 5:10 PM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86058 | 4:40 PM Ventimiglia station | 1h00 | 5:40 PM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86062 | 5:11 PM Ventimiglia station | 0h58 | 6:09 PM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86064 | 5:42 PM Ventimiglia station | 0h59 | 6:41 PM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86066 | 6:12 PM Ventimiglia station | 0h59 | 7:11 PM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86068 | 6:42 PM Ventimiglia station | 1h00 | 7:42 PM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86072 | 7:12 PM Ventimiglia station | 0h57 | 8:09 PM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86074 | 7:42 PM Ventimiglia station | 0h59 | 8:41 PM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86076 | 8:12 PM Ventimiglia station | 0h57 | 9:09 PM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86078 | 8:38 PM Ventimiglia station | 1h08 | 9:46 PM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
86082 · 881182 | 9:08 PM Ventimiglia station | 1h03 | 10:11 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Ventimiglia station to Nice-Ville run on average 13 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 20:31. The fastest train covers the 18 miles (30 km) distance in 57m.
Distance 18 miles (30 km) |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 5:11 AM |
Last train 8:31 PM |
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Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, with paintings, drawings, cut-outs, and personal objects in a Genoese villa in Cimiez.
National museum with the largest public collection of works by Marc Chagall, especially his Biblical Message series.
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Nice's iconic seafront promenade, ideal for walking, cycling, and classic Riviera views.
The old town's maze of colorful streets, baroque facades, small squares, and lively atmosphere makes it essential to explore.
Hilltop park and viewpoint with sweeping panoramas over the old town, port, and coastline.
Nice’s signature salad with tomatoes, anchovies, olives, eggs, and raw seasonal vegetables. It is one of the city’s most famous traditional dishes.
A thin chickpea-flour pancake baked in a wood-fired oven, especially associated with Old Nice. It is a beloved street food and local snack.
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An established fine-dining restaurant with Michelin recognition, known for polished cuisine and a more elegant experience in Nice.
A well-known family-run restaurant in Old Nice serving reliable Niçois and Provençal classics in a warm, traditional atmosphere.
A popular bistro offering refined regional dishes with a lively atmosphere. It is a respected choice for traditional cuisine with a modern touch.
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