The cheapest and fastest trains from Nice to Paris
Cheapest price
$92
Average price
$169
Fastest journey
5 h 47 m
Average duration
5 h 58 m
Trains per day
9
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Paris will cost around $169 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $92.
Of the 9 trains that leave Nice for Paris every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 686 km distance in an average of 5 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 20 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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Compare train, coach 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 coach with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $48, and a flight costs an average of $102.
Distance: 686 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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$144 Average Price | $217 Average Price | $109 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 12m Average total duration 7h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 48m Average total duration 12h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.1 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Nice to Paris train times
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Paris trains for today, Monday, 5 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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17472+ 6116 | On time 7:32 am Nice Saint-Augustin | 6h50 | 2:22 pm Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6174 | On time 8:58 am Nice-Ville | 5h53 | 2:51 pm Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
17476+ 6120 | On time 9:32 am Nice Saint-Augustin | 6h50 | 4:22 pm Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6176 | On time 10:57 am Nice-Ville | 5h55 | 4:52 pm Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
17480+ 6124 | On time 11:30 am Nice Saint-Augustin | 6h53 | 6:23 pm Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
17484+ 6128 | On time 1:32 pm Nice Saint-Augustin | 6h20 | 7:52 pm Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6168 | On time 2:56 pm Nice-Ville | 5h55 | 8:51 pm Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
6180 | On time 3:58 pm Nice-Ville | 5h47 | 9:45 pm Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
5772 | On time 6:00 pm Nice-Ville | 14h14 | 8:14 am Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nice to Paris
Trains from Nice to Paris run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 but you can travel from only $48 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 686 km distance in 5h 37m.
Distance 686 km |
Average train duration 7h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 5h 37m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 22:13 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités de nuit , SNCF TER, SNCF from Nice to Paris trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités de nuit , SNCF TER, SNCF trains will get you between Nice and Paris from $48. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Nice to Paris train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Nice-Ville, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Paris Gare de Lyon, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nice and Paris
- 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 - 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
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
- Le Train Bleu
- La Fabrique Cookies
- The Grand Comptoir
- Café Pierre Hermé
- Paul
- Starbucks
- Golden Brioche
- Mezzo di Pasta
- McDonald's
- The Prem1er Café
- & many more
- Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Hôtel Locomo
- Hôtel Marceau Bastille
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Located in Hall 1.
- Metro lines: 1, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 72, 77, 91
- Train lines: TGV, RER A, RER D, Transilien R
- Mon - Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
- Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account.
- Automatic lockers are located across from Platforms 1 and 2 and are open daily from 06:00 to 22:00.
- Brioche Dorée
- Dalloyau
- La Croissanterie
- The station is fully accessible, including handicapped parking, lifts, ramps, handicapped restrooms, and lowered counters.
- Hôtel Libertel Austerlitz Jardin des Plantes
- OFF Paris Seine
- Hotel Devillas
- Mon - Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
- Located on the ground level near the Seine entrance and on the underground level near the RER stairs and escalator.
- Metro lines: 5, 10
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 89, 91, 215
- Train lines: TER Centre-Val de Loire, Intercités, Intercités de Nuit, Transilien, RER C
- Mon - Sun: 10:45 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- Croq'Voyage
- Eat'Shop
- Selecta
- The station is fully accessible, including step-free access throughout the station. An office to assist people with disabilities is located next to the ticket office, open daily from 06:00 to 23:15.
- ibis Styles Paris Bercy
- Kyriad Paris Bercy Village
- Hotel Le Quartier Bercy-Square
- Mon - Sun: 10:45 - 18:00
- Located in the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 6, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 87, N32, N35
- Train lines: TER, Intercités
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