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Nice to Avignon Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Nice to Avignon trains depart mainly from Nice Ville and arrive at either Avignon TGV, outside the city center, or Avignon Centre on regional itineraries. Direct TGV INOUI services usually run west along the Mediterranean coast through Antibes, Cannes, Saint-Raphael-Valescure, Toulon, and Marseille Saint-Charles before using the LGV Mediterranee toward Avignon TGV. TER options normally require a change at Marseille Saint-Charles and may continue to Avignon Centre on the classic line. The rail distance is about 310 km, with the fastest direct TGV INOUI taking about 3 hours 5 minutes and slower TER or connecting journeys taking around 4 hours 30 minutes to 5 hours 15 minutes. There are usually about 5 direct TGV departures per day, with more options when Marseille connections are included. One-way fares from Nice to Avignon start from about €25 ($27 USD) for advance second-class tickets and can rise to around €95 ($102 USD) for flexible first-class or late-booked TGV fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, and July-August travel.

23Jun

Seats

Nice

Avignon

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

06:57

NiceNice Ville

3h 21m

10:18

AvignonAvignon TGV

Direct

TGV Inoui 5516

from

8995 USD

3h 21m, Direct

06:57

NiceNice Ville

10:18

AvignonAvignon TGV

from

8995 USD

Direct

TGV Inoui 5516

06:57

NiceNice Ville

3h 21m

10:18

AvignonAvignon TGV

Direct

TGV Inoui 12176

from

11417 USD

3h 21m, Direct

06:57

NiceNice Ville

10:18

AvignonAvignon TGV

from

11417 USD

Direct

TGV Inoui 12176

Day trains

15:10

NiceNice Ville

3h 36m

18:46

AvignonAvignon TGV

Direct

OUI 6866

from

4325 USD

3h 36m, Direct

15:10

NiceNice Ville

18:46

AvignonAvignon TGV

from

4325 USD

Direct

OUI 6866

16:58

NiceNice Ville

2h 56m

19:54

AvignonAvignon TGV

Direct

SNCF 6180

from

8649 USD

2h 56m, Direct

16:58

NiceNice Ville

19:54

AvignonAvignon TGV

from

8649 USD

Direct

SNCF 6180

First train

06:57

Last train

17:56

Travel duration

3h 15m

Daily departures

Departure station

Nice

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Avignon

Ticket price

$29

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Flexible Exchanges & Cancellations

Exchange and cancellation conditions depend on the selected SNCF fare. TGV INOUI tickets on the Nice to Avignon route may offer different flexibility levels, while TER tickets usually follow regional fare rules.

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Nice to Avignon Route Overview

The Nice to Avignon route combines two different rail settings: a coastal classic line between Nice and Marseille, then high-speed running on the LGV Mediterranee toward the lower Rhone valley. The first part follows the Cote d'Azur through resorts such as Cannes and Saint-Raphael, with sea views on the left side when leaving Nice toward Marseille. TGV INOUI seats are reservation-only, while TER services normally use open seating without assigned places. Avignon TGV is linked to Avignon Centre by a short rail shuttle, useful if your hotel is inside the medieval walls.

Travel time

3h 15m

Train type

Fastest trip

2h 54m

Longest trip

3h 39m

Nice

Nice is the main city of the French Riviera, with the Promenade des Anglais and the old town within local tram or taxi reach of the station. Nice Ville is the principal long-distance station, located north of Avenue Jean Medecin and served by TGV INOUI, TER, and airport tram connections via the city network.

Nice Ville

Station

Nice-Ville

Station

3h 15m

Avignon

Avignon is a walled Rhone valley city known for the Palais des Papes and its 14th-century papal history. Long-distance TGV services usually arrive at Avignon TGV, while Avignon Centre sits just outside the old city walls and is reached by shuttle train, regional train, taxi, or local bus.

Avignon TGV

Station

Avignon Centre

Station

Practical Information for TGV and TER Travelers

Nice to Avignon passengers should be ready for both reserved TGV INOUI travel and possible TER connections through Marseille. Keep bags labeled and within onboard storage limits.

Luggage Allowance

On SNCF TGV INOUI, passengers may generally bring 2 large bags plus 1 hand item, provided each item can be carried and stored without blocking aisles or doors. TER services apply similar practical carry-on rules, with no checked luggage service on Nice to Avignon trains.

Storage Facilities

TGV INOUI trainsets have overhead racks for cabin bags and larger luggage stacks near coach entrances or mid-car areas. TER trains have overhead shelves and limited floor-level spaces, so smaller bags are easier to manage on crowded Marseille connections.

Special Items

Folded or dismantled bicycles in a cover may travel as luggage when they fit the accepted size rules. Fully assembled bicycles are allowed only on selected TER trains where bike spaces are available, while large musical instruments or sports gear must not obstruct doors, aisles, or reserved seating areas.

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Nice to Avignon Map

The Nice to Avignon rail route starts at Nice Ville and follows the Cote d'Azur line through Antibes, Cannes, Saint-Raphael-Valescure, Les Arcs-Draguignan, Toulon, and Marseille Saint-Charles. West of Marseille, direct TGV INOUI trains join the LGV Mediterranee toward Aix-en-Provence TGV and Avignon TGV. Regional routings may continue from Marseille on the classic line to Arles and Avignon Centre. Sea views are strongest between Nice and Saint-Raphael; vineyards and limestone hills appear closer to Provence.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 59m

Price from

$58

Departures

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 20m

Price from

$61

Departures

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 31m

Price from

$29

Departures

Rating

Rail links Nice Ville with Avignon TGV or Avignon Centre without airport transfers, and the fastest direct TGV takes a little over 3 hours. Coaches between Nice and Avignon usually take 4 hours 30 minutes to 6 hours depending on stops and road traffic around Marseille and Aix-en-Provence. Flying is not practical for this city pair because there are no frequent nonstop commercial flights between Nice and Avignon, and connecting flights take longer door to door. Electric rail also has a lower carbon footprint than car or air travel on this Provence corridor.

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Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

3h 15m

$29-$82

Bus

Apprx.

5h 0m

$12-$40

Flight

Apprx.

4h 30m

$120-$300

FAQ about the Nice - Avignon Route

Does a rail pass cover Nice to Avignon trains?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on SNCF trains between Nice and Avignon, but TGV INOUI services require a paid seat reservation before boarding. TER trains usually do not require seat reservations. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How fast is the TGV from Nice to Avignon?

TGV INOUI trains can reach 300 km/h (186 mph) on the LGV Mediterranee section between Marseille and Avignon. The Nice to Marseille section uses the coastal classic line, so average speed is lower than on all-high-speed routes.

How to book Nice to Avignon train tickets?

Book Nice to Avignon train tickets on Rail Monsters by choosing your date, comparing direct TGV INOUI and connecting TER options, and selecting Second Class or First Class where available. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and the iOS and Android apps can be used to manage tickets after purchase.

How much is the train from Nice to Avignon?

One-way Nice to Avignon fares start from about €25 ($27 USD) for advance second-class tickets and can rise to around €95 ($102 USD) for flexible first-class or late-booked TGV fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How long is the train from Nice to Avignon?

The fastest direct TGV INOUI from Nice Ville to Avignon TGV takes about 3 hours 5 minutes. TER or mixed TGV and TER journeys through Marseille Saint-Charles usually take about 4 hours 30 minutes to 5 hours 15 minutes, depending on the connection and arrival station.

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