The cheapest and fastest trains from Marseille to Nice
Cheapest price
€34
Average price
€41
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Nice will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
Of the 19 trains that leave Marseille for Nice on Sat, May 16, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 16 the direct trains cover the 159 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
On Sat, May 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 27 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.
680510:24 AM2h40Marseille-Blancarde1:04 PMNice-Ville€341One-way0 transfers
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8816577:42 PM3h01Marseille-Blancarde10:43 PMNice-Ville€391One-way1 transfer
174895:04 PM2h26Marseille-Blancarde7:30 PMNice Saint-Augustin€401One-way0 transfers
174676:01 AM2h27Marseille-Blancarde8:28 AMNice Saint-Augustin€401One-way0 transfers
881623 · 881681 · 88123110:42 AM4h10Marseille-Blancarde2:52 PMNice Saint-Augustin€401One-way2 transfers
174979:04 PM2h22Marseille-Blancarde11:26 PMNice Saint-Augustin€401One-way0 transfers
174895:04 PM2h26Marseille-Blancarde7:30 PMNice Saint-Augustin€401One-way0 transfers
174832:04 PM2h26Marseille-Blancarde4:30 PMNice Saint-Augustin€401One-way0 transfers
174697:02 AM2h26Marseille-Blancarde9:28 AMNice Saint-Augustin€401One-way0 transfers
174676:01 AM2h27Marseille-Blancarde8:28 AMNice Saint-Augustin€401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Marseille to Nice
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a flight costs an average of €123.
Distance: 159 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€38 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest | €297 Average price |
3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 8m Average total duration 9h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Marseille to Nice train times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Nice trains for tomorrow, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17467 | 6:01 AM Marseille-Blancarde | 2h27 | 8:28 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0 transfersDirect | |
17469 | 7:02 AM Marseille-Blancarde | 2h26 | 9:28 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0 transfersDirect | |
17471 | 8:02 AM Marseille-Blancarde | 2h28 | 10:30 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0 transfersDirect | |
17473 | 9:09 AM Marseille-Blancarde | 2h49 | 11:58 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0 transfersDirect | |
17475 · 881411 | 9:13 AM Marseille-Blancarde | 3h15 | 12:28 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 transfer | |
6805 | 10:24 AM Marseille-Blancarde | 2h40 | 1:04 PM Nice-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
881623 · 881681 · 881231 | 10:42 AM Marseille-Blancarde | 4h10 | 2:52 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 transfers | |
6173+ 881627 | 11:38 AM Marseille-Blancarde | 3h26 | 3:04 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
6175+ 881435 | 12:42 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 3h24 | 4:06 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
17483 | 2:04 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 2h26 | 4:30 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0 transfersDirect | |
6111+ 881639 | 2:42 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 3h26 | 6:08 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
17487 | 4:09 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 2h50 | 6:59 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0 transfersDirect | |
17489 | 5:04 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 2h26 | 7:30 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0 transfersDirect | |
6163+ 881651 | 5:41 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 3h23 | 9:04 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
17493 | 7:07 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 2h29 | 9:36 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0 transfersDirect | |
12177+ 881657 | 7:42 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 3h01 | 10:43 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
5537+ 881657 | 7:42 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 3h01 | 10:43 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
17497 | 9:04 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 2h22 | 11:26 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0 transfersDirect | |
17499 | 10:10 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 2h51 | 1:01 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Marseille to Nice
Trains from Marseille to Nice run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 159 km distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 159 km |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 5:28 AM |
Last train 9:57 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, ZOU!, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Marseille to Nice trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, ZOU!, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Marseille and Nice from €7. 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 Marseille to Nice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille 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 Marseille to Nice
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station.
- The lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
- Caffe San Carlo
- DAKAO
- Espressamente Illy
- EXKi
- McDonald's
- Monop'Daily
- Starbucks
- Casa Di Pasta
- Chatime
- PAUL
- Accès Plus is a service offered to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility who need assistance at the station. For more information email [email protected] or call +33 890640650.
- Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles
- Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles
- Hotel Les Bords De Me
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet.
- Bus lines: 521, 52, 56, 82S, 533, 582, 33, 34, 49, 50, 51
- Metro lines: M1, M2
- Train lines: TGV, iDTGV, OUIGO, TGV Lyria, Eurostar, Thalys
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Square Stalingrad.
- Le Café de la Banque
- La Table de l'Ours
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Kyriad Marseille Blancarde Timone
- Ibis Marseille Timone
- Hotel Azur
- Located near the main entrance
- 115 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: access to metro and tramway connections
- Metro: Line 1
- Tramway: Line T1
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
- 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 - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Restaurant Le Millésime
- La Roustide
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Apogia Nice
- Ibis Styles Nice Vieux Port
- 200 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tramway: Line 1 nearby
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