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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Villefranche-sur-Saône station to Nice-Ville
Cheapest price
$141
Average price
$141
Fastest journey
6 h 16 m
Average duration
6 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
323 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Villefranche-sur-Saône 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 Villefranche-sur-Saône station to Nice-Ville will cost around $141 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $141.
Of the 1 trains that leave Villefranche-sur-Saône station for Nice-Ville on Sun, May 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct trains cover the 323 km distance in an average of 6 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 16 m .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest trains will take 6 h 16 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.
8:21 AM6h16Villefranche-sur-Saône station2:37 PMNice-Ville$1411One-way0 transfers
- 8:21 AM6h16Villefranche-sur-Saône station2:37 PMNice-Ville$1411One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Villefranche-sur-Saône station to Nice-Ville
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Villefranche-sur-Saône station to Nice-Ville among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a flight costs an average of $258.
Distance: 200 miles (323 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$126 Average price | $64 Average price Cheapest | $295 Average price | $90 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 41m Average total duration 7h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 7m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Villefranche-sur-Saône station to Nice-Ville:
A bus is $63 (€51) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Villefranche-sur-Saône station to Nice-Ville costing on average $126 (€102).
A bus is $232 (€187) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Villefranche-sur-Saône station to Nice-Ville costing on average $295 (€238).
Other travel options to Nice-Ville take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 7m.
Bus takes on average 7h 11m.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (4h 48m by train vs 5h 3m by car). Tickets start at around $126 (€102) compared to roughly $90 (€73) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Villefranche-sur-Saône station to Nice-Ville train times
The table below shows live departures for Villefranche-sur-Saône station to Nice-Ville trains for today, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 6805+ 886023 | 7:19 AM Villefranche-sur-Saône station | 5h45 | 1:04 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
| 5102 · 6173+17823 | 8:19 AM Villefranche-sur-Saône station | 6h45 | 3:04 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 5332 · 6175+17767 | 10:20 AM Villefranche-sur-Saône station | 5h46 | 4:06 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 6813+17487+17769 | 12:21 PM Villefranche-sur-Saône station | 6h46 | 7:07 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
| 12177+17773 | 4:21 PM Villefranche-sur-Saône station | 6h22 | 10:43 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Villefranche-sur-Saône station to Nice-Ville
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Trains from Villefranche-sur-Saône station to Nice-Ville run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 (€42) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:35, the last at 17:20. The fastest train covers the 200 miles (323 km) distance in 5h 17m.
Distance 200 miles (323 km) |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€42) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 17m |
First train 3:35 AM |
Last train 5:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Villefranche-sur-Saône station to Nice-Ville trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Villefranche-sur-Saône station and Nice-Ville from $43 (€35). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
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FAQs: Trains from Villefranche-sur-Saône station to Nice-Ville
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Villefranche-sur-Saône station 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Villefranche-sur-Saône station to Nice-Ville
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Rue de la Gare.
- Le Faisan Doré
- Restaurant Le Beaujolais
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Best Western Plus Hotel Plaisance
- Hotel Mercure Villefranche en Beaujolais
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional and local trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional TER services
WifiParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Desk
- Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station.
- Agora
- PAUL
- Sushi Side
- Factory Donuts
- Deli & Cia
- 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.
- Hotel Trocadero
- Ibis Nice Centre Gare
- Hotel Belle Meuniere
- Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30
- Located in the station main hall.
- Bus lines: Ligne d'Azur
- Tram lines: 1
- Train lines: TGV, OUIGO, Intercités, TER PACA 3, TER PACA 4, TER PACA 5, TER PACA 6, Russian Railways
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