Nice to Paris train with TGV INOUI
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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nice to Paris
Cheapest price
€160
Average price
€180
Fastest journey
5 h 44 m
Average duration
7 h 29 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
686 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nice to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Paris will cost around €180 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €160.
Of the 5 trains that leave Nice for Paris on Thu, Jun 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 686 km distance in an average of 7 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 44 m .
On Thu, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 12 h 54 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Nice to Paris
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nice to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg.
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€101 Average price | €207 Average price | €79 Average price Cheapest |
11h 44m Average duration 11h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average duration Fastest 4h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 41m Average duration 16h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.1 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nice to Paris train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17482+6128 | 11:33 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 6h51 | 6:24 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
| 6168 | 1:53 PM Nice-Ville | 5h59 | 7:52 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 86048+6168 | 1:55 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 5h57 | 7:52 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
| 6180 | 2:58 PM Nice-Ville | 5h44 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5772 | 5:00 PM Nice-Ville | 12h54 | 5:54 AM Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nice to Paris
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Distance 686 km |
Average train duration 11h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €39 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 5h 39m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 22:13 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités de nuit and SNCF | TGV INOUI trains Nice to Paris
TGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités de nuit and SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Nice and Paris from €29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TGV INOUI is a high-speed train service operated by the French national railway company SNCF. It operates throughout France, connecting major cities such as Paris, Lyon, Marseille, and Lille. The TGV INOUI offers a variety of train types, including the TGV Duplex, TGV Lyria, and TGV Océane. The Duplex is a double-decker train with comfortable seating and plenty of legroom, while the Lyria is a high-speed train that connects France and Switzerland. The Océane is a regional train that connects Paris to the Atlantic coast. The TGV INOUI offers a variety of ticket types, including the Prem's ticket, which offers discounts for travelers who book in advance, and the Carte Jeune, which offers discounts for young travelers. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for TGV INOUI are Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille. These routes offer travelers a convenient and comfortable way to travel between France's major cities.
Train information from Nice to Paris with TGV INOUI:
- Average Duration: 5 h 40 min
- Cheapest Price: €259
- TGV INOUI frequency: 4 a day
Trains from Nice to Paris: Journey Details
Direct trains from Nice to Paris take approximately 5.5 hours whilst a number of indirect services with changes at Lyon, Marseilles or Valence take up to 6.5 hours. The first direct weekday train departs Nice early morning arriving in Paris around lunchtime with further services approximately every hour. The first train on a Sunday departs Nice a little later. The final train of each day departs from Nice late afternoon, arriving in Paris before midnight.
Taking the Train from Nice
Trains for Paris depart from Nice Railway Station, located in the city centre, a short walk from the main shopping areas and hotels along the beaches. Passengers further afield in the city can easily reach the train station via tram or bus. After midnight a night bus service takes over which also serves the station.
Getting into Paris by Train
One of the most recognizable cities on Earth, Paris is famed for its Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe and it's beautiful, tree-lined boulevards. Paris is also a European centre for the arts, housing some of the most famous masterpieces in the world including the Mona Lisa, the Venus du Milo and The Thinker. Trains from Nice arrive at Paris Gare du Lyon, located in the southeast of the city. From Gare du Lyon, passengers can board a Metro service on Lines 1 or 14 to reach central Paris in under ten minutes. The Parisian Metro operates from 5:00 a.m. until 1:00 a.m and passengers traveling outside of those times will need to get a taxi to the station.
FAQs: Trains from Nice to Paris
Passengers board the train most frequently from Nice-Ville, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Paris Gare de Lyon, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.
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Popular train stations from Nice to Paris
Wifi
Parking
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ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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
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