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Musée Matisse
Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, showing paintings, drawings and personal objects in a villa in Cimiez.
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£39
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£58
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
3 h 1 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
3 h 23 m
Trains on 08 Sept
34
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Avignon to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Avignon to Nice will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
On Tue 08 Sept, we found 34 trains from Avignon to Nice, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 199 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 32 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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5537Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Avignon to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, while a flight costs an average of £159.
Distance: 199 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£47 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest | £159 Average Price | £64 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Avignon to Nice:
A coach is £23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Avignon to Nice costing on average £47.
A coach is £135 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Avignon to Nice costing on average £159.
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 46m.
Flight takes on average 5h 33m.
Tickets start at around £47 compared to roughly £64 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £17. The journey takes 3h 41m versus 2h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Avignon to Nice trains for today, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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879349+ 6165 | On time 13:44 Avignon Centre | 3h21 | 17:05 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
886569 · 17487 | 13:55 Avignon Centre | 4h34 | 18:29 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
6165 | On time 14:04 Avignon TGV | 3h01 | 17:05 Nice-Ville | 0 changesdirect | |
879353+ 6813+ 17487 | 14:44 Avignon Centre | 3h45 | 18:29 Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 changes | |
17703+ 17489 | Delayed 13:11 14:51Avignon Centre | 4h39 | 19:30 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
6813+ 17487 | 15:00 Avignon TGV | 3h29 | 18:29 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
879356 · 879545 · 17491 | 15:43 Avignon TGV | 4h46 | 20:29 Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 changes | |
879545 · 17491 | 16:09 Avignon Centre | 4h20 | 20:29 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
879547 · 17493 | 16:53 Avignon Centre | 4h41 | 21:34 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
6115+ 17493 | 17:20 Avignon TGV | 4h14 | 21:34 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
886581 · 17495 | 17:52 Avignon Centre | 4h34 | 22:26 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
6117+ 17495 | 18:20 Avignon TGV | 4h06 | 22:26 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
879377+ 5537 | On time 18:44 Avignon Centre | 3h59 | 22:43 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
879377+ 12177 | On time 18:44 Avignon Centre | 3h59 | 22:43 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
879563 · 17497 | 19:05 Avignon Centre | 4h22 | 23:27 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
5537 | On time 19:11 Avignon TGV | 3h32 | 22:43 Nice-Ville | 0 changesdirect | |
12177 | On time 19:11 Avignon TGV | 3h32 | 22:43 Nice-Ville | 0 changesdirect | |
6121 · 6181 | 19:20 Avignon TGV | 3h44 | 23:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 8 September | |||||
879503 · 17469 | 5:03 Avignon Centre | 4h26 | 9:29 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
879507 · 17471 | 5:53 Avignon Centre | 4h37 | 10:30 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
879515 · 17473 | 6:54 Avignon Centre | 4h35 | 11:29 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
879311+ 6801+ 17473 | 7:13 Avignon Centre | 4h16 | 11:29 Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 changes | |
6801+ 17473 | 7:40 Avignon TGV | 3h49 | 11:29 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
886557 · 17475 | 7:54 Avignon Centre | 4h36 | 12:30 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
879325+ 6805 | 9:13 Avignon Centre | 3h51 | 13:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
6805 | 9:28 Avignon TGV | 3h36 | 13:04 Nice-Ville | 0 changesdirect | |
17479+ 17701 | 9:51 Avignon Centre | 4h38 | 14:29 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
6103+ 17479 | 10:20 Avignon TGV | 4h09 | 14:29 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
886565 · 17481 | 11:16 Avignon Centre | 4h14 | 15:30 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
879339+ 6107 · 6175 | 11:44 Avignon Centre | 4h22 | 16:06 Nice-Ville | 2 changes | |
879533 · 17483 | 11:53 Avignon Centre | 4h36 | 16:29 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
9810+ 17481 | 11:55 Avignon TGV | 3h35 | 15:30 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
879694+ 5332+ 17483 | 12:16 Avignon Centre | 4h13 | 16:29 Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 changes | |
6107 · 6175 | 12:21 Avignon TGV | 3h45 | 16:06 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
5332+ 17483 | 12:49 Avignon TGV | 3h40 | 16:29 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
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Trains from Avignon to Nice run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 22:04. The fastest train covers the 199 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 199 km |
Average train duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 5:03 |
Last train 22:04 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Nice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nice trip today.
Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, showing paintings, drawings and personal objects in a villa in Cimiez.
Major collection of works by Marc Chagall, especially his Biblical Message cycle, in a purpose-built museum.
Museum of modern and contemporary art with strong twentieth-century collections and rooftop terraces near Place Garibaldi.
Famous seafront promenade for walking, cycling and beach views, lined with palms and Belle Époque façades.
Historic old town of narrow lanes, baroque churches, markets and lively squares, ideal for wandering on foot.
Grand square between the old town and modern centre, known for arcades, sculptures and evening illumination.
Thin chickpea flour pancake baked in a wood oven with olive oil and pepper. A signature Niçoise street food with Ligurian roots.
Salad of raw seasonal vegetables, tomatoes, olives, anchovies, tuna and egg. It is the classic dish most associated with Nice.
Small round tart filled with onions, anchovies and olives. A traditional Niçoise snack often sold in bakeries and markets.
Elegant dining room serving refined Mediterranean cuisine with sea views on the Promenade des Anglais. Good for a more polished meal.
Traditional Niçoise restaurant in the old town known for local classics such as petits farcis and stockfish in a warm, rustic setting.
Lively institution near Cours Saleya famous for socca, petits farcis and other Niçoise staples in a busy, old-school dining room.
Nice is pricier than many French cities, with higher hotel and seafront dining costs, though buses, trams and simple local eateries help keep daily spending manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
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Nice-Ville -> Place Masséna, Nice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Avignon to Nice by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Avignon to Nice trains use the Avignon TGV to Nice Ville station pair, with some services arriving at Nice Saint-Augustin. Use this guide to compare Avignon and Nice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Avignon TGV is 3 km from Avignon city centre. Public transport options include:
Avignon TGV has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Eric Kayser, Selecta
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located on the south entrance of the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:15 - 12:55, 14:00 - 17:30. Information desks are located at the ticket office in the departure hall.
Available at Avignon TGV: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Avignon TGV: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Avignon TGV: Wheelchair access, personalized assistance service. Contact +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Aparthotel Adagio, Hôtel Mercure Avignon Gare TGV, Hôtel Kyriad Avignon Courtine Gare.
Avignon Centre has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Goût du Jour, Restaurant L'Essentiel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Avignon Centre. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Avignon Centre. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Avignon Centre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Avignon Centre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Avignon Centre: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Novotel Avignon Centre, Mercure Avignon Centre Palais des Papes Hotel, Hotel de l'Horloge.
Montfavet is 5 km from Avignon city centre. Public transport options include:
Montfavet has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montfavet.
Nice Ville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Agora, PAUL, Sushi Side, Factory Donuts, Deli & Cia
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located on the forecourt of the station, on the right when exiting the station hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30. Information desks are located in the station main hall.
Available at Nice Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nice Ville: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Ville: Level access from the entrance to the station, barrier-free toilets, magnetic induction loops. Assistance offered by Accès Plus to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, located in the central hall.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Trocadero, Ibis Nice Centre Gare, Hotel Belle Meuniere.
Nice Saint-Augustin is 5 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice Saint-Augustin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Ticket office support is available at Nice Saint-Augustin. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Ramps, restrooms.
Nice Riquier is 1 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice Riquier has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Millésime, La Roustide
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Nice Riquier. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Nice Riquier: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nice Riquier: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Riquier: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Apogia Nice, Ibis Styles Nice Vieux Port.
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