How to travel from Nice to Nîmes

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Compare train and bus for Nice to Nîmes

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nice to Nîmes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, while a train costs an average of $76.

Distance: 146 miles (235 km)

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$42

Average price

Cheapest

$76

Average price

$90

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 5m

Average total duration

4h 35m

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30m

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4h 16m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 46m

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30m

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2h 58m

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(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Nice to Nîmes is a bus with an average price of $42 (€35).

This is compared to other travel options from Nice to Nîmes:

A bus is $34 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nice to Nîmes costing on average $76 (€63).

The fastest way to travel from Nice to Nîmes is by train with an average journey time of 4h 16m.

Other travel options to Nîmes take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nice and Nîmes including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nice to Nîmes among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $76 (€63) compared to roughly $90 (€74) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $14 (€12). The journey takes 3h 46m versus 2h 58m 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.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Nice to Nîmes

How to get from Nice to Nîmes by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Nice to Nîmes is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:55 AM3h45
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    12:40 PMNîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:55 AM3h45
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    12:40 PMNîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:55 AM3h45
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    12:40 PMNîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • ZOU!17488+SNCF | Intercités4770
    4:17 PM4h16
    Nice Saint-Augustin
    8:33 PMNîmes station
    $681One-way
    1 transfer
  • ZOU!17468+SNCF | Intercités4758
    6:33 AM4h00
    Nice Saint-Augustin
    10:33 AMNîmes station
    $691One-way
    1 transfer
  • ZOU!17484+SNCF | Intercités4766
    2:32 PM4h01
    Nice Saint-Augustin
    6:33 PMNîmes station
    $691One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:30 AM4h05
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    7:35 AMNîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    $231One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:15 PM5h00
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    6:15 PMNîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    $271One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:10 PM4h05
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    9:15 PMNîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    $281One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Nice to Nîmes

Travel to Nîmes easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Nice to Nîmes.

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There are 2 options to travel between Nice and Nîmes including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Nice to Nîmes is a bus with an average price of $42 (€35).

This is compared to other travel options from Nice to Nîmes:

A bus is $34 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nice to Nîmes costing on average $76 (€63).

The fastest way to travel from Nice to Nîmes is by train with an average journey time of 4h 16m.

Other travel options to Nîmes take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 5m.

The distance from Nice to Nîmes is approximately 146 miles (235 km).
The average frequency per day from Nice to Nîmes is:
  • Around 13 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nice and Nîmes as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Nice to Nîmes:
  • Trains mostly depart from Nice Saint-Augustin and arrive in Nîmes station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) and arrive in Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nice to Nîmes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Alsa, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Gipsyy, FlixBus to go to Nîmes by bus.
  • Travel with ZOU!, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Nîmes by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Nice to Nîmes:
  • 7 direct buses per day with Alsa, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Gipsyy, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Nice to Nîmes often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Montpellier, Marseille, Avignon. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Nîmes and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Nîmes to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Nîmes, you can attend a live performance at the Théâtre de Nîmes, enjoy a guided walking tour of the historic city center, or visit the Carré d'Art, a contemporary art museum and library. Experience local cuisine at the bustling Les Halles de Nîmes market or take a day trip to the nearby Pont du Gard, a stunning Roman aqueduct. Explore best sights like Arènes de Nîmes, a well-preserved Roman amphitheater, Maison Carrée with its impressive Corinthian columns, the historic Jardins de la Fontaine, and Tour Magne for panoramic city views. Don't miss the Musée de la Romanité, showcasing Roman history and artifacts.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Nîmes, allowing time to visit its Roman monuments like the Arena and Maison Carrée, and enjoy the local culture and cuisine.

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