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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
$186
Average price
$201
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
12 h 28 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
405 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vichy to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vichy to Nice will cost around $201 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $186.
It's difficult to get from Vichy to Nice without transferring at least once.
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5978Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vichy to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a flight costs an average of $126.
Distance: 251 miles (405 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$146 Average price | $68 Average price Cheapest | $212 Average price | $189 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 58m Average total duration Fastest 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 18m Average total duration 6h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 18m Average total duration 11h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vichy to Nice:
A bus is $78 (€64) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vichy to Nice costing on average $146 (€119).
A bus is $144 (€118) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vichy to Nice costing on average $212 (€173).
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 48m.
Flight takes on average 11h 18m.
The journey is about 2m faster (6h 28m by train vs 6h 30m by car) and roughly $43 (€35) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($146 (€119) vs $189 (€155)). 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 Vichy to Nice trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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5781+ 5978 | 4:58 PM Vichy station | 16h11 | 9:09 AM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
5970+ 16840+ 12177 | 1:58 PM Vichy station | 8h45 | 10:43 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Vichy to Nice run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $90 (€74) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 251 miles (405 km) distance in 6h 56m.
Distance 251 miles (405 km) |
Average train duration 6h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $90 (€74) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 56m |
First train 6:02 AM |
Last train 7:10 PM |
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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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Nice-Ville, Nice -> Place Massena, Nice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vichy 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 Vichy to Nice trains use the Vichy to Nice Ville station pair, with some services arriving at Nice Saint-Augustin. Use this guide to compare Vichy and Nice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Vichy is 1 km from Vichy city centre. Public transport options include:
Vichy 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: Restaurant La Table d'Antoine, Le Vichy
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Vichy. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Vichy. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vichy: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vichy: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vichy: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de Grignan, Vichy Celestins Spa Hotel, Hotel Midland.
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.
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