
1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
- Pets (under 10kg)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£51
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£58
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
9 h 38 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
11 h 17 m
Trains on 17 Sept
6
Distance
337 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Nice will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
To travel from Bologna to Nice you need to make at least 5 changes.
Regionale TTPER 17400 · Regionale TTPER 19271 · Regionale 19273 · Regionale Veloce 3258
Regionale TTPER 17400 · Regionale TTPER 19271 · Regionale 19273 · Regionale Veloce 3258
Regionale TTPER 17400 · Regionale TTPER 19271 · Regionale 19273 · Regionale Veloce 3258
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale TTPER 2452 · Regionale TRENORD 2355 · Regionale Veloce 3015
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454+
Intercity 657+
Regionale 22834
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale TTPER 2452 · Regionale TRENORD 2355 · Regionale Veloce 3015
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454+
Intercity 657+
Regionale 22834
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454+
Intercity 657+
Regionale 22834
Regionale TTPER 17400 · Regionale TTPER 19271 · Regionale 19273 · Regionale Veloce 3258
Regionale TTPER 17400 · Regionale TTPER 19271 · Regionale 19273 · Regionale Veloce 3258Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £29 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, while a flight costs an average of £144.
Distance: 337 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£30 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £144 Average Price |
7h 32m Average total duration 7h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 49m Average total duration 7h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Bologna to Nice:
A coach is £0.91 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Nice costing on average £30.
A coach is £115 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Nice costing on average £144.
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 2m.
Coach takes on average 7h 19m.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Nice trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TTPER 17400 · Regionale TTPER 19271 · Regionale 19273 · Regionale Veloce 3258 | 0:25 Bologna Centrale | 14h13 | 14:38 Nice-Ville | 5 changes | |
Regionale TTPER 17400 · Regionale TTPER 19271 · Regionale 19273 · Regionale Veloce 3258 | 0:25 Bologna Centrale | 13h14 | 13:39 Nice-Ville | 5 changes | |
Regionale TTPER 17400 · Regionale TTPER 19271 · Regionale 19273 · Regionale Veloce 3258 | 0:25 Bologna Centrale | 13h44 | 14:09 Nice-Ville | 5 changes | |
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale TTPER 2452 · Regionale TRENORD 2355 · Regionale Veloce 3015 | 5:00 Bologna Centrale | 9h38 | 14:38 Nice-Ville | 6 changes | |
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454+ Intercity 657+ Regionale 22834 | 5:00 Bologna Centrale | 9h38 | 14:38 Nice-Ville | 5 changes | |
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454+ Intercity 657+ Regionale 22834 | 5:00 Bologna Centrale | 10h10 | 15:10 Nice-Ville | 5 changes | |
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Trains from Bologna to Nice run on average 21 times per day, taking around 7h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 337 km distance in 5h 41m.
Distance 337 km |
Average train duration 7h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 5h 41m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 19:10 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna 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 Bologna to Nice trains use the Bologna Centrale to Ventimiglia Stazione station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Nice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
Luggage storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Centrale: Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
Bologna S. Vitale is 2 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna S. Vitale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bologna S. Vitale.
ATMs are available at Bologna S. Vitale.
Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Parking, WC.
Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna S. Vitale: Elevators, ramps.
Bologna Mazzini is 3 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Mazzini has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: CA.FÉ MAZZINI, Gelateria Mazzini
Ticket office support is available at Bologna Mazzini.
Available at Bologna Mazzini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna Mazzini: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Mazzini: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Camplus Mazzini, Hotel Blumen, Hotel Sant'Orsola City House.
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