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Paris to Nice Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Paris to Nice trains run mainly from Paris Gare de Lyon to Nice-Ville on TGV INOUI and OUIGO Grande Vitesse services. The route uses the LGV Sud-Est and LGV Mediterranee high-speed lines before joining the classic coastal line through Provence and the French Riviera. Key stops on direct trains can include Marseille Saint-Charles, Toulon, Les Arcs-Draguignan, Saint-Raphael-Valescure, Cannes, and Antibes. Direct trains cover about 975 km, with the fastest services taking around 5 hours 34 minutes and slower direct services taking about 6 hours 30 minutes. Standard, First Class on TGV INOUI, and low-cost OUIGO seating are available depending on the train selected. One-way fares from Paris to Nice start from about €25 ($27 USD) for advance OUIGO tickets and can rise to around €170 ($184 USD) for flexible TGV INOUI First Class close to departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. There are usually about 7 to 10 direct departures per day, with additional options requiring a change at Marseille or Lyon. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, and July-August travel to the Riviera.

6Jul

Seats

Paris

Nice

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

06:56

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

5h 45m

12:41

NiceNice Ville

Direct

TGV Inoui 6169

from

281 USD

5h 45m, Direct

06:56

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

12:41

NiceNice Ville

from

281 USD

Direct

TGV Inoui 6169

07:48

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

5h 46m

13:34

NiceNice Ville

Direct

TGV Inoui 6161

from

128 USD

5h 46m, Direct

07:48

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

13:34

NiceNice Ville

from

128 USD

Direct

TGV Inoui 6161

Day trains

14:10

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

5h 54m

20:04

NiceNice Ville

Direct

SNCF 6177

from

419 USD

5h 54m, Direct

14:10

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

20:04

NiceNice Ville

from

419 USD

Direct

SNCF 6177

15:21

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

5h 43m

21:04

NiceNice Ville

Direct

SNCF 6163

from

419 USD

5h 43m, Direct

15:21

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

21:04

NiceNice Ville

from

419 USD

Direct

SNCF 6163

Evening trains

21:25

ParisParis Austerlitz

11h 44m

09:09

NiceNice Ville

Direct

SNCF 5781

from

312 USD

11h 44m, Direct

21:25

ParisParis Austerlitz

09:09

NiceNice Ville

from

312 USD

Direct

SNCF 5781

First train

06:56

Last train

21:25

Travel duration

6h 37m

Daily departures

Departure station

Paris

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Nice

Ticket price

$92

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Flexible Exchanges & Cancellations

Exchange and cancellation terms depend on the Paris to Nice fare selected. TGV INOUI flexible fares usually allow easier changes before departure, while OUIGO and lowest-price tickets carry tighter conditions.

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Paris to Nice Route Overview

The Paris to Nice route changes character after Marseille, where the train leaves the high-speed network and follows the Mediterranean corridor through Toulon, Cannes, and Antibes. The most distinctive section is the final approach along the Cote d'Azur, with sea views on parts of the line between Saint-Raphael, Cannes, Antibes, and Nice. TGV INOUI seats are reservation-only on this long-distance route, while OUIGO also requires a specific booked train and has stricter luggage and boarding rules. For the best coastal views on arrival into Nice, choose a left-side seat when available after Marseille, though seat direction can vary by train formation.

Travel time

6h 37m

Train type

Fastest trip

5h 33m

Longest trip

12h 12m

Paris

Paris is France's capital and the country's largest rail hub. Trains to Nice normally depart from Paris Gare de Lyon in the 12th arrondissement, the main Paris terminal for southeastern France, Provence, the Alps, and the Riviera.

Paris Est

Station

Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport

Paris Austerlitz

Paris Montparnasse

Paris Gare de Lyon

Paris Gare de l’Est

Paris St-Lazare

Paris Gare du Nord

PARIS BERCY

Disneyland Paris

Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV

Station

Paris Bercy Bourg. Pays d'Auv.

Station

6h 37m

Nice

Nice is the main city of the French Riviera and a base for Monaco, Antibes, Cannes, and coastal towns toward the Italian border. Nice-Ville station is on Avenue Thiers, about 20 minutes on foot from the Promenade des Anglais and linked to the tram network and regional TER trains.

Nice Ville

Station

Nice-Ville

Station

Practical Information for TGV Travelers

Luggage rules differ between TGV INOUI and OUIGO on the Paris to Nice route. Check the train type before travel, especially if carrying large cases or sports equipment.

Luggage Allowance

On TGV INOUI, passengers may bring 2 large pieces with a maximum size of 130 cm each plus 1 hand baggage item. OUIGO tickets include 1 cabin bag and 1 hand bag as standard; larger or extra luggage must be added as a paid option before travel.

Storage Facilities

TGV Duplex and other high-speed trainsets on this route have overhead racks, luggage stacks near carriage entrances, and spaces between some seat backs. Large suitcases should be placed in designated racks rather than blocking aisles or vestibules.

Special Items

Folded bicycles in a cover, skis, snowboards, and musical instruments may travel if they fit within the operator's size rules. Non-folding bicycles require a train and fare that accepts bike spaces; OUIGO special-item rules are stricter and should be selected during booking.

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Paris to Nice Map

The Paris to Nice route starts at Paris Gare de Lyon, runs southeast on the LGV Sud-Est toward Lyon, then continues on the LGV Mediterranee toward Avignon and Marseille. South of Marseille, trains use the classic line through Toulon, Les Arcs-Draguignan, Saint-Raphael-Valescure, Cannes, Antibes, and Nice-Ville. The final section follows parts of the Mediterranean coast, with views of the Esterel area and the Riviera between Saint-Raphael and Nice.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

6h 46m

Price from

$54

Departures

171

Rating

Train

TGVOUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

5h 56m

Price from

$54

Departures

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

5h 47m

Price from

$150

Departures

Rating

The Paris to Nice train links Paris Gare de Lyon with Nice-Ville, avoiding transfers to Charles de Gaulle, Orly, or Nice airport. Direct TGV services take about 5 hours 34 minutes at the fastest, while long-distance buses usually take overnight schedules of 13 to 15 hours. Flights are about 1 hour 30 minutes in the air, but airport access, security, boarding, and baggage collection add several hours to total travel time. Rail also has a lower carbon footprint than flying on this domestic corridor.

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Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

6h 37m

$92-$302

Bus

Apprx.

14h 0m

$25-$90

Flight

Apprx.

1h 30m

$60-$260

FAQ about the Paris - Nice Route

How to book Paris to Nice train tickets?

Book Paris to Nice tickets on Rail Monsters by choosing your travel date, selecting a TGV INOUI or OUIGO departure, and paying online. E-tickets are delivered by email and can be managed in the Rail Monsters mobile apps for iOS and Android. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of departure.

Does Eurail cover Paris to Nice trains?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on TGV INOUI services between Paris and Nice, but a paid seat reservation is required before boarding. Pass coverage and availability can be limited on busy summer trains. OUIGO is not normally covered by Eurail or Interrail passes. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How much is the train from Paris to Nice?

One-way Paris to Nice fares start from about €25 ($27 USD) for advance OUIGO tickets and can rise to around €170 ($184 USD) for flexible TGV INOUI First Class fares close to departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How long is the train from Paris to Nice?

The fastest direct Paris to Nice train takes about 5 hours 34 minutes from Paris Gare de Lyon to Nice-Ville. Slower direct services take about 6 hours 30 minutes, especially when they make more stops along the Mediterranean coast. The rail distance is about 975 km.

How fast is the TGV from Paris to Nice?

TGV INOUI and OUIGO high-speed trains can run up to 320 km/h (199 mph) on the LGV sections between Paris and the south of France. East of Marseille, trains use the classic coastal line through Toulon, Cannes, and Antibes, where speeds are lower.

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