The Paris to Nice train in one table
| Paris to Nice | |
|---|---|
| Fastest | 6h31 |
| Average time | 7h03 |
| Trains a day | 11 |
| First / last departure | 6:38am / 6:10pm |
| Distance | about 974 km |
| "From" price | 25 euros |
| Departure | Paris Gare de Lyon (Halls 1 and 2), the only departure station listed |
| Arrival | Nice, the single arrival station on SNCF Connect |
The SNCF Connect calendar on 12 November 2026 showed prices moving a lot from day to day: 87 euros on 12 November, 77 on the 13th, 61 on the 14th, 67 on the 15th, 35 on the 16th and 25 on the 17th, almost always on Ouigo. These are "from" prices, subject to availability. Only 11 trains a day run this route: a missed departure is harder to recover than on Lyon or Marseille.
Stations and times
- Departure: Paris Gare de Lyon (Halls 1 and 2), the only departure station listed. See our hotels near Gare de Lyon and the guide to Paris stations.
- Arrival: Nice, the single arrival station on SNCF Connect.
- Operators: TGV INOUI, Ouigo and TER.
To reach the station from central Paris, see our guide to the Paris metro and RER.
Luggage and Ouigo options
- OUIGO Plus: 9 euros extra (seat choice, extra or XL bag, Wi-Fi; free for children under 12).
- Extra or XL bag: 5 euros per bag.
- Child under 12: 8 euros on Ouigo high speed.
- Pet: 10 euros, whatever its weight.
- TGV INOUI includes 2 bags (70 x 90 x 50 cm maximum) and 1 hand bag (40 x 30 x 15 cm).
Common mistakes
- Not checking the station: The last departure is at 6:10pm and the trip takes over 6h30: you arrive at night. Book the first night on the spot.
- Forgetting fees: an extra bag or a ticket change can cancel the saving on a low-price ticket.
- Buying late: the lowest prices go first; SNCF Connect advises booking as soon as sales open.
Once in Nice
After over 6 hours on a train, sleeping near Nice station saves a transfer; the Promenade des Anglais and the old town are then a short distance away. If your train arrives late or leaves early, a hotel near the station saves transfers: you can find them on Booking. For more ideas, read our weekend ideas from Paris by train or compare with the Paris to Marseille train and the Paris to Bordeaux train.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Paris to Nice train? 6h31 for the fastest, 7h03 on average.
How many trains a day? 11, from 6:38am to 6:10pm.
How much is a ticket? From 25 euros on SNCF Connect, Ouigo from 19 euros; the price varies a lot by day.
Which station do you leave from? Paris Gare de Lyon.
Can you travel with a pet? Yes on Ouigo, flat fee of 10 euros.
The Paris Authority editorial team, 12/11/2026.
