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Aix-en-Provence to Nice Train Tickets & Timetable

Aix-en-Provence to Nice trains use the Marseille - Toulon - Cannes coastal corridor, with TGV INOUI services and TER Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur regional trains operated by SNCF. The main high-speed departure point is Aix-en-Provence TGV, with trains usually calling at Marseille Saint-Charles, Toulon, Les Arcs-Draguignan, Saint-Raphael-Valescure, Cannes, and Antibes before arriving at Nice-Ville. The rail distance is about 223 km depending on the service pattern. Direct TGV INOUI services usually take around 2 hours 40 minutes to 3 hours 5 minutes, while TER or connecting itineraries via Marseille can take about 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours 20 minutes. One-way fares from Aix-en-Provence to Nice start from about €25 ($27 USD) for advance second-class tickets and can rise to around €90 ($97 USD) for later-booked or flexible first-class TGV fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. There are roughly 10 to 15 daily rail options in one direction, including a smaller number of direct TGV services and more connections via Marseille. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, and July-August travel on the Riviera.

8Jul

Seats

Aix-en-Provence

Nice

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Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

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Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

09:51

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

3h 13m

13:04

NiceNice Ville

Direct

SNCF 6805

from

78 USD

3h 13m, Direct

09:51

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

13:04

NiceNice Ville

from

78 USD

Direct

SNCF 6805

11:20

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

2h 50m

14:10

NiceNice Ville

Direct

TGVOUIGO 7851

from

66 USD

2h 50m, Direct

11:20

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

14:10

NiceNice Ville

from

66 USD

Direct

TGVOUIGO 7851

Evening trains

19:37

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

3h 6m

22:43

NiceNice Ville

Direct

TGV Inoui 12177

from

62 USD

3h 6m, Direct

19:37

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

22:43

NiceNice Ville

from

62 USD

Direct

TGV Inoui 12177

19:37

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

3h 6m

22:43

NiceNice Ville

Direct

OUI 5537

from

73 USD

3h 6m, Direct

19:37

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

22:43

NiceNice Ville

from

73 USD

Direct

OUI 5537

First train

09:50

Last train

20:20

Travel duration

3h 0m

Daily departures

Departure station

Aix-en-Provence

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Nice

Ticket price

$41

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Aix-en-Provence to Nice Route Overview

The route leaves the inland Aix area through the Aix-en-Provence TGV station, then joins the classic Mediterranean line east of Marseille. Its most distinctive section is the coastal run between Saint-Raphael, Cannes, Antibes, and Nice, where parts of the railway run close to the red Esterel hills and the bays of the Cote d'Azur. TGV INOUI seats are reserved by train, while TER regional trains generally use open seating without a specific seat assignment. Summer Fridays, Sundays, and holiday changeover days can sell out on TGV services, so a reserved train is the safer choice if you need a fixed arrival time in Nice.

Travel time

3h 0m

Train type

Fastest trip

2h 44m

Longest trip

3h 32m

Aix-en-Provence

Aix-en-Provence is a historic university city known for Cours Mirabeau, fountains, and links to Paul Cezanne. Long-distance trains use Aix-en-Provence TGV, about 15 km southwest of the old town, with shuttle buses and taxis connecting to central Aix.

Aix-en-Provence TGV

Station

Aix En Provence Tgv

Station

3h 0m

Nice

Nice is the main rail hub of the eastern French Riviera, serving Vieux Nice, the seafront, and onward trains to Monaco and Italy. Nice-Ville station sits north of Avenue Jean Medecin, with tram and local rail links across the city and coastline.

Nice Ville

Station

Nice-Ville

Station

Practical Information for TGV INOUI and TER Travelers

Aix-en-Provence to Nice trains use French TGV INOUI and regional TER stock, so luggage should be sized for overhead racks, end-of-car shelves, and station stairs.

Luggage Allowance

On TGV INOUI, passengers may bring luggage they can carry themselves, typically 2 large items plus 1 small hand item. TER services on this corridor do not normally require baggage check-in, but items must not block aisles, doors, or seats.

Storage Facilities

TGV INOUI trains have overhead racks, spaces between some back-to-back seats, and luggage shelves near carriage doors. TER trains have more limited rack space, so large cases are easier to manage on quieter off-peak departures.

Special Items

Folded bicycles in a cover, skis, and musical instruments may travel if they fit safely in luggage areas. Fully assembled bicycles require a train that accepts bike spaces, and availability differs between TGV INOUI and TER services.

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Aix-en-Provence to Nice Map

The route starts at Aix-en-Provence TGV on the LGV Mediterranee, then joins the classic line through Marseille Saint-Charles. Eastbound trains follow the Mediterranean corridor through Toulon, Les Arcs-Draguignan, Saint-Raphael-Valescure, Cannes, Antibes, and Nice-Ville. The most scenic rail section is between the Esterel coast and the western approach to Nice, where the line runs near beaches, marinas, and rocky headlands.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

The train links Aix-en-Provence TGV or Marseille with Nice-Ville, avoiding airport transfers at both ends and giving several daily departure choices. Coaches between Aix-en-Provence and Nice usually take around 3 hours 15 minutes to 4 hours 30 minutes depending on traffic near Marseille, Toulon, Cannes, and Nice. Flights are not practical for this city pair because there are no regular direct Aix-en-Provence airport services and a rail or road transfer to Marseille Provence Airport is required. Rail is also the lower-carbon choice for travel along this Mediterranean corridor.

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 58m

Price from

$24

Departures

Rating

Train

TGVOUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 49m

Price from

$40

Departures

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 6m

Price from

$40

Departures

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 7m

Price from

$41

Departures

Rating

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Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

3h 0m

$41-$80

Bus

Apprx.

3h 45m

$12-$35

Flight

Apprx.

3h 30m

$90-$260

FAQ about the Aix-en-Provence - Nice Route

How much is the train from Aix-en-Provence to Nice?

One-way Aix-en-Provence to Nice train fares start from about €25 ($27 USD) for advance second-class tickets and can rise to around €90 ($97 USD) for later-booked or flexible first-class TGV fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How long is the train from Aix-en-Provence to Nice?

The fastest direct TGV INOUI trains from Aix-en-Provence TGV to Nice-Ville take about 2 hours 40 minutes. Slower direct TGV services take a little over 3 hours, while TER or connecting trips via Marseille Saint-Charles can take about 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours 20 minutes.

How fast is the Aix-en-Provence to Nice train?

TGV INOUI trains can reach 300 km/h (186 mph) on the high-speed line near Aix-en-Provence and Marseille. East of Marseille the route uses the classic coastal railway through Toulon, Cannes, and Antibes, so speeds are lower on the final part to Nice.

How do I book Aix-en-Provence to Nice train tickets?

Book Aix-en-Provence to Nice train tickets on Rail Monsters by choosing your date, comparing TGV INOUI and TER options, and paying online. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and the iOS and Android apps can be used to manage ticket details.

Does a French rail pass or Eurail pass cover Aix-en-Provence to Nice?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on SNCF trains in France, including this corridor, but TGV INOUI services require a paid seat reservation. TER trains generally do not require a reservation. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for Aix-en-Provence to Nice trains.

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