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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Villefranche-sur-Saône station to Nice-Ville
Cheapest price
€84
Average price
€94
Fastest journey
6 h 11 m
Average duration
6 h 44 m
Trains per day
3
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 €94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €84.
Of the 3 trains that leave Villefranche-sur-Saône station for Nice-Ville on Sat, Aug 15, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 15 the direct trains cover the 323 km distance in an average of 6 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 11 m .
On Sat, Aug 15 the slowest trains will take 7 h 23 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.
1:20 PM7h23Villefranche-sur-Saône station8:43 PMNice-Ville€841One-way0 transfers- 10:01 AM6h37Villefranche-sur-Saône station4:38 PMNice-Ville€961One-way0 transfers
- 2:21 PM6h11Villefranche-sur-Saône station8:32 PMNice-Ville€1021One-way0 transfers
- 2:21 PM6h11Villefranche-sur-Saône station8:32 PMNice-Ville€1021One-way0 transfers
- 10:01 AM6h37Villefranche-sur-Saône station4:38 PMNice-Ville€961One-way0 transfers
- 1:20 PM7h23Villefranche-sur-Saône station8:43 PMNice-Ville€841One-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 €35. 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 €35, and a flight costs an average of €208.
Distance: 200 miles (323 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€102 Average price | €238 Average price | €51 Average price Cheapest | €73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 7m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 41m Average total duration 7h 11m Onboard + 30m 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 €51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Villefranche-sur-Saône station to Nice-Ville costing on average €102.
A bus is €187 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Villefranche-sur-Saône station to Nice-Ville costing on average €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 €102 compared to roughly €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 tomorrow, Saturday, August 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:01 AM Villefranche-sur-Saône station | 6h37 | 4:38 PM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:20 PM Villefranche-sur-Saône station | 7h23 | 8:43 PM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:21 PM Villefranche-sur-Saône station | 6h11 | 8:32 PM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 €42 but you can travel from only €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 €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 €35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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
Most Villefranche-sur-Saône station to Nice-Ville trains use the Villefranche-sur-Saône to Nice Ville station pair. Use this guide to compare Villefranche-sur-Saône station and Nice-Ville train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Villefranche-sur-Saône from Villefranche-sur-Saône city centre
Villefranche-sur-Saône train station facilities and services
Villefranche-sur-Saône has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Faisan Doré, Restaurant Le Beaujolais
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Villefranche-sur-Saône. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Villefranche-sur-Saône. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Villefranche-sur-Saône: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Villefranche-sur-Saône: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Villefranche-sur-Saône: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Best Western Plus Hotel Plaisance, Hotel Mercure Villefranche en Beaujolais.
Getting to Nice Ville from Nice city centre
Nice Ville train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Agora, PAUL, Sushi Side, Factory Donuts, Deli & Cia
Wi-Fi and ATMs
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.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30. Information desks are located in the station main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nice Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nice Ville: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Trocadero, Ibis Nice Centre Gare, Hotel Belle Meuniere.
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