The cheapest and fastest trains from Villeurbanne to Nice
Cheapest price
€62
Average price
€62
Fastest journey
4 h 56 m
Average duration
4 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Villeurbanne to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Villeurbanne to Nice will cost around €62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €62.
Of the 1 trains that leave Villeurbanne for Nice on Sun, Dec 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct trains cover the 297 km distance in an average of 4 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 56 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 56 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Villeurbanne to Nice
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Villeurbanne to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €147.
Distance: 184 miles (297 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€75 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest | €292 Average price |
5h 19m Average total duration 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 48m Average total duration 7h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Villeurbanne to Nice train times
The table below shows live departures for Villeurbanne to Nice trains for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:06 PM Villeurbanne | 4h34 | 8:40 PM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 7 | |||||
![]() | 6:06 AM Villeurbanne | 4h56 | 11:02 AM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Villeurbanne to Nice
Trains from Villeurbanne to Nice run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 (€42) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 19:09. The fastest train covers the 184 miles (297 km) distance in 4h 34m.
Distance 184 miles (297 km) |
Average train duration 4h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€42) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 34m |
First train 05:40 |
Last train 19:09 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, Luxembourg Railways (CFL) from Villeurbanne to Nice trainsTGV INOUI, Luxembourg Railways (CFL) trains will get you between Villeurbanne and Nice from $25 (€20). 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 Villeurbanne to Nice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Villeurbanne 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Villeurbanne to Nice
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station with several public parking options.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.80
- 118 places, 50 covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a simple layout with two main platforms for regional trains.
- Tramway: Line 2, Line 3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional trains to Nice Central Station
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