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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Calais to Nice
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€149
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€208
Fastest journey on Sep 18
9 h 54 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
12 h 59 m
Trains on Sep 18
4
Distance
903 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Calais to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Calais to Nice will cost around €208 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €149.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 4 trains from Calais to Nice, including 4 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 903 km distance in an average of 12 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 54 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 16 h 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.
11:10 AM9h54Calais9:04 PMNice€1491One-way0 transfers
4:12 PM16h00Calais8:12 AMNice€1951One-way0 transfers- 12:37 PM10h06Calais10:43 PMNice€2181One-way0 transfers
- 3:12 PM15h57Calais7:09 AMNice€2711One-way0 transfers
- 11:10 AM9h54Calais9:04 PMNice€1491One-way0 transfers
- 12:37 PM10h06Calais10:43 PMNice€2181One-way0 transfers
- 3:12 PM15h57Calais7:09 AMNice€2711One-way0 transfers
- 4:12 PM16h00Calais8:12 AMNice€1951One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Calais to Nice
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Calais to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €97 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €97, while a flight costs an average of €271.
Distance: 903 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€121 Average price | €271 Average price | €97 Average price Cheapest | €314 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 29m Average total duration 10h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 18h 59m Average total duration 18h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Calais to Nice:
A bus is €25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Calais to Nice costing on average €121.
A bus is €174 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Calais to Nice costing on average €271.
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 59m.
Bus takes on average 18h 29m.
Live departures
Calais to Nice train times
The table below shows live departures for Calais to Nice trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:10 AM Calais | 9h54 | 9:04 PM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:37 PM Calais | 10h06 | 10:43 PM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:12 PM Calais | 15h57 | 7:09 AM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:12 PM Calais | 16h00 | 8:12 AM Nice | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Calais to Nice
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Trains from Calais to Nice run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €89 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:53, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 903 km distance in 8h 37m.
Distance 903 km |
Average train duration 10h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €89 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 37m |
First train 7:53 AM |
Last train 7:10 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Calais to Nice trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Calais and Nice from €89. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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SNCF | Intercités de nuit
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Calais to Nice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Calais 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 Calais to Nice
Most Calais to Nice trains use the Calais - Fréthun to Nice Ville station pair, with some services arriving at Nice Saint-Augustin. Use this guide to compare Calais and Nice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Calais station do trains to Nice leave from?
Getting to Calais - Fréthun from Calais city centre
Calais - Fréthun is 6 km from Calais city centre. Public transport options include:
Calais - Fréthun train station facilities and services
Calais - Fréthun 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 and drink
Food options include: Le Channel, Restaurant du Golf
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Calais - Fréthun. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Calais - Fréthun. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Calais - Fréthun: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Calais - Fréthun: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Calais - Fréthun: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Calais, Hotel Meurice, Hotel de la Plage.
Getting to Calais Ville from Calais city centre
Calais Ville train station facilities and services
Calais Ville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Channel, Au Cote d'Argent
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Calais Ville. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Calais Ville. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Calais Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Calais Ville: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Calais Ville: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Meurice, Holiday Inn Calais, Hotel de la Plage.
Which Nice station do trains from Calais arrive at?
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.
Getting to Nice Saint-Augustin from Nice city centre
Nice Saint-Augustin is 5 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice Saint-Augustin train station facilities and services
Nice Saint-Augustin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nice Saint-Augustin. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Ramps, restrooms.
Most popular train connections from Calais
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