The cheapest and fastest trains from Nice to Barcelona
Cheapest price
€122
Average price
€122
Fastest journey
9 h 2 m
Average duration
9 h 2 m
Trains per day
1
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 €122 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for Nice to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nice to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a train costs an average of €91.
Distance: 491 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€137 Average price | €54 Average price Cheapest | €110 Average price |
8h 8m Average total duration 7h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration 8h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration Fastest 4h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Nice to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Barcelona trains for today, Wednesday, March 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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17480+ 4764+ 9715 | On time 11:30 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 9h02 | 8:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
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Why should you book Nice to Barcelona trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs SNCF | TGV INOUI?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF | TGV INOUI, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF | Intercités, ZOU!, AVE or SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to find the best option for your trip from Nice to Barcelona.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SNCF | TGV INOUI with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Nice to Barcelona.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nice to Barcelona
Trains from Nice to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €91 but you can travel from only €23 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 491 km distance in 7h 57m.
Distance 491 km |
Average train duration 7h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €91 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 7h 57m |
First train 04:10 |
Last train 19:10 |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, ZOU!, AVE, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF from Nice to Barcelona trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, ZOU!, AVE, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF trains will get you between Nice and Barcelona from €23. 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 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
- 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 - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Parking is available nearby, but details are not specified.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms serving regional trains.
- Bus: Line 603
- Tramway: Line T1
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
- 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
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
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