The cheapest and fastest trains from Nice to Barcelona
Cheapest price on Sep 23
€122
Average ticket price on Sep 23
€127
Fastest journey on Sep 23
7 h 59 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
8 h 31 m
Trains on Sep 23
2
Distance
491 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nice to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Barcelona will cost around €127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €122.
It's difficult to get from Nice to Barcelona without transferring at least 2 times.
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971512:29 PM9h03Nice Saint-Augustin9:32 PMBarcelona Sants€1221One-way2 transfers
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97136:33 AM7h59Nice Saint-Augustin2:32 PMBarcelona Sants€1321One-way2 transfers
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97136:33 AM7h59Nice Saint-Augustin2:32 PMBarcelona Sants€1321One-way2 transfers
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971512:29 PM9h03Nice Saint-Augustin9:32 PMBarcelona Sants€1221One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Nice to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nice to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €58 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €58, while a flight costs an average of €432.
Distance: 491 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€106 Average price | €432 Average price | €58 Average price Cheapest | €168 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 13m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 28m Average total duration 9h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Nice to Barcelona:
A bus is €48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nice to Barcelona costing on average €106.
A bus is €374 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nice to Barcelona costing on average €432.
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 43m.
Bus takes on average 9h 58m.
Live departures
Nice to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Barcelona trains for today, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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876554+ 9713+ 17466 | 5:39 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 8h53 | 2:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs AVE?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for AVE, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | Intercités, ZOU! or SNCF | TGV INOUI to find the best option for your trip from Nice to Barcelona.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nice to Barcelona
Trains from Nice to Barcelona run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 491 km distance in 5h 3m.
Distance 491 km |
Average train duration 6h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 5h 3m |
First train 4:10 AM |
Last train 7:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, AVE, Renfe AVLO, ZOU!, SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | Intercités de nuit from Nice to Barcelona trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, AVE, Renfe AVLO, ZOU!, SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | Intercités de nuit trains will get you between Nice and Barcelona from €15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
AVE
SNCF | Intercités
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SNCF | Intercités de nuit
ZOU!
FAQs: Trains from Nice to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nice to Barcelona
Most Nice to Barcelona trains use the Nice Saint-Augustin to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Nice and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nice station do trains to Barcelona leave from?
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.
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-Pont-Michel from Nice city centre
Nice-Pont-Michel is 2 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice-Pont-Michel train station facilities and services
Nice-Pont-Michel has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nice-Pont-Michel.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nice-Pont-Michel.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nice-Pont-Michel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nice-Pont-Michel: Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice-Pont-Michel: Ramps.
Which Barcelona station do trains from Nice arrive at?
Getting to Barcelona Sants from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants train station facilities and services
Barcelona Sants 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, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald’s, Caffe di Fiore, Ars Café, Café de l'Estació, Café de l’Estació Deli, Lavazza, Como, Peter's, Tutti Frutti, Enrique Tomás, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
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