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Nice to Paris Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Nice to Paris trains depart mainly from Nice-Ville and run north along the Cote d'Azur before joining the high-speed network toward Paris. Daytime TGV INOUI and OUIGO services usually call at stations such as Antibes, Cannes, Saint-Raphael-Valescure, Toulon, Marseille Saint-Charles, Avignon TGV, and Lyon Part-Dieu, depending on the train. Most high-speed trains arrive at Paris Gare de Lyon, while the Intercites de Nuit overnight service uses Paris Austerlitz. The rail distance is about 933 km, with the fastest daytime TGV taking about 5 hours 40 minutes and slower direct high-speed services taking around 6 hours 10 minutes; the night train takes about 12 hours. There are usually around 7 to 10 direct departures per day in one direction, with extra seasonal variation in summer. One-way fares from Nice to Paris start from about €25 ($27 USD) for the cheapest advance OUIGO or low-fare seats and can rise to around €180 ($195 USD) for flexible TGV INOUI fares or higher comfort categories. 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.

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Nice

Paris

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

07:57

NiceNice Ville

5h 53m

13:50

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

Direct

TGV Inoui 6188

from

425 USD

5h 53m, Direct

07:57

NiceNice Ville

13:50

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

from

425 USD

Direct

TGV Inoui 6188

09:10

NiceNice Ville

5h 36m

14:46

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

Direct

TGV Inoui 6184

from

286 USD

5h 36m, Direct

09:10

NiceNice Ville

14:46

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

from

286 USD

Direct

TGV Inoui 6184

First train

05:56

Last train

19:00

Travel duration

6h 41m

Daily departures

Departure station

Nice

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Paris

Ticket price

$58

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Flexible Exchanges & Cancellations

Exchange and cancellation rules depend on the fare selected for the Nice to Paris route. TGV INOUI fares usually offer more flexibility than the lowest OUIGO fares, while night train conditions vary by berth or seat category.

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Nice to Paris Route Overview

The Nice to Paris route links the Mediterranean coast with the capital by using classic coastal tracks as far as Marseille and high-speed lines north of Provence. The distinctive first section runs close to the sea through Antibes, Cannes, and the Esterel coast before the train turns inland toward Marseille and the Rhone valley. TGV INOUI requires a specific reserved seat, while OUIGO is also reservation-only with stricter fare and baggage conditions; the night train sells seats, couchettes, and sleeper-style accommodation according to availability. For daytime travel, left-side seats from Nice can give more sea views on parts of the Cote d'Azur section before Marseille.

Travel time

6h 41m

Train type

Fastest trip

5h 36m

Longest trip

12h 55m

Nice

Nice is the main rail hub of the French Riviera, with regional links to Monaco, Cannes, Antibes, and Menton. Nice-Ville station sits north of Avenue Jean Medecin, within walking distance of tram connections to the old town and seafront districts.

Nice Ville

Nice-Ville, Parvis de la Gare, Vernier, Thiers, La Buffa, Nice, Maritime Alps, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, 06000, France

Nice-Ville

Station

6h 41m

Paris

Paris is France's capital and the country's largest long-distance rail hub. Daytime trains from Nice arrive at Paris Gare de Lyon in the 12th arrondissement, while the overnight Intercites de Nuit normally arrives at Paris Austerlitz on the Left Bank.

Paris Gare de l'Est

Paris-East Station, Place du 11 Novembre 1918, Quartier Saint-Vincent-de-Paul, 10th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75010, France

Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport

Station

Paris Austerlitz

Paris-Austerlitz Station, 85, Quai d'Austerlitz, Quartier de la Salpêtrière, 13th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75013, France

Paris Montparnasse

Paris-Montparnasse Station, Allée de la 2e Division Blindée, Quartier Necker, 15th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75015, France

Paris Gare de Lyon

Paris-Lyon Station, Place Louis Armand, Quartier des Quinze-Vingts, 12th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75012, France

Paris Gare de l’Est

Station

Paris St-Lazare

Paris-Saint Lazarus Station, 13, Rue d'Amsterdam, Quartier de l'Europe, 8th Arrondissement of Paris, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75008, France

Paris Gare du Nord

Paris Gare du Nord, Rue Demarquay, Quartier Saint-Vincent-de-Paul, 10th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75010, France

Paris Bercy Bourgogne-Pays d'Auvergne

Paris-Bercy-Bourgogne-Pays d'Auvergne Station, Rampe d'accès à la gare de Bercy, Quartier de Bercy, 12th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75012, France

Disneyland Paris

Station

Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG, Paris)

Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV (RER), Circuit 2, Tremblay-en-France, Le Raincy, Seine-Saint-Denis, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 95716, France

Paris Bercy Bourg. Pays d'Auv.

Station

Available Ticket Classes

TGV INOUI between Nice and Paris offers Second Class and First Class, both with compulsory seat reservation; First Class has wider seats, more legroom, and a quieter layout on most trainsets. Fare families may include Second, First, and flexible options depending on availability at booking. OUIGO high-speed trains use a single low-cost seating class with paid options for extra luggage, preferred seats, or other add-ons. Intercites de Nuit normally offers reclining seats and couchettes, with berth categories varying by train and date. All direct high-speed services on this route are reservation-only.

from

$106

2nd Class

from

$194

1st Class

Practical Information for TGV Travelers

Luggage rules differ between TGV INOUI and OUIGO on the Nice to Paris route. Check the train type before packing, especially if choosing a low-cost fare.

Luggage Allowance

On TGV INOUI, passengers may bring 2 large pieces up to 130 cm each plus 1 item of hand baggage, and every item must be labelled. OUIGO includes 1 cabin bag and 1 hand bag as standard, with larger or extra items requiring a paid option.

Storage Facilities

TGV sets on the Nice to Paris route have overhead racks for smaller bags and luggage areas at the ends or middle of many cars for larger cases. Keep valuables with you, as bags are not checked in and remain the passenger's responsibility.

Special Items

Folded bicycles in a cover and compact sports equipment can travel as luggage if they fit the stated size limits. Full-size bicycles, large instruments, and bulky sports gear may require a specific booking option or may be refused on OUIGO if not added in advance.

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Nice to Paris Map

The Nice to Paris rail route starts at Nice-Ville and follows the Mediterranean through Antibes, Cannes, Saint-Raphael-Valescure, Toulon, and Marseille Saint-Charles before heading north via Avignon TGV and Lyon toward Paris. The first part uses classic coastal line speeds, then TGV services use LGV Mediterranee and LGV Sud-Est sections into Paris Gare de Lyon. Sea views appear west of Nice and around the Esterel coast; inland sections cross Provence and the Rhone valley.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

5h 49m

Price from

$22

Departures

256

Rating

Train

OUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

5h 49m

Price from

$78

Departures

Rating

Train

Intercités de nuit

Changes

Direct

Travel time

11h 53m

Price from

$58

Departures

Rating

The Nice to Paris train links Nice-Ville with central Paris without airport transfers, and daytime services generally take under 6 hours on the fastest departures. Long-distance buses between Nice and Paris often take 13 to 16 hours and usually use motorway stops outside the city-center rail pattern. Flights from Nice Cote d'Azur to Paris take about 1 hour 30 minutes in the air, but airport access, security, boarding, and baggage collection add time at both ends. Rail also has a lower carbon footprint than flying on this domestic corridor.

Plus, it’s a greener choice, reducing your carbon footprint

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

6h 41m

$58-$285

Bus

Apprx.

14h 30m

$30-$95

Flight

Apprx.

1h 30m

$55-$260

Cities at Both Ends

Nice grew as a Riviera resort city with Italian and French influences, with Vieux Nice, Castle Hill, and the Promenade des Anglais close to tram links from Nice-Ville. Paris receives most daytime trains at Gare de Lyon, near Bastille and the Seine, with metro and RER access to the Louvre, Montmartre, the Latin Quarter, and the Marais.

Paris

France's largest rail hub, with high-speed, intercity, regional, overnight, and cross-border services from several terminal stations.

Nice

France's main rail hub on the eastern Mediterranean coast, linking the Cote d'Azur with Paris, Lyon, and the Italian border.

FAQ about the Nice - Paris Route

How much is the train from Nice to Paris?

One-way Nice to Paris fares start from about €25 ($27 USD) for the cheapest advance OUIGO or low-fare seats and can reach around €180 ($195 USD) for flexible TGV INOUI fares or higher classes. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How long is the train from Nice to Paris?

The fastest daytime TGV from Nice-Ville to Paris Gare de Lyon takes about 5 hours 40 minutes for the 933 km route. Other direct high-speed trains usually take around 6 hours to 6 hours 10 minutes, while the Intercites de Nuit overnight train takes about 12 hours to Paris Austerlitz.

How fast is the TGV from Nice to Paris?

TGV INOUI and OUIGO trains on the Nice to Paris route can reach 300 km/h (186 mph) on the LGV Mediterranee and LGV Sud-Est high-speed sections. Speeds are lower on the coastal classic line between Nice, Cannes, Toulon, and Marseille.

Does Eurail cover Nice to Paris trains?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on SNCF daytime TGV services between Nice and Paris, but a paid seat reservation is compulsory and places for passholders can be limited. The night train also requires a reservation or couchette supplement. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How to book Nice to Paris train tickets?

Book Nice to Paris train tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your travel date, comparing TGV INOUI, OUIGO, and night train departures, then selecting the fare and class that match your plans. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and mobile apps for iOS and Android are available for managing tickets.

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