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Musée Matisse
Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, showing paintings, drawings and personal objects in a villa in Cimiez.
Cheapest price
£128
Average price
£160
Fastest journey
8 h 1 m
Average duration
8 h 17 m
Trains per day
50
Distance
824 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Nice will cost around £160 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £128.
To travel from Brussels to Nice you need to make at least one change.
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6165Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a train costs an average of £117.
Distance: 824 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
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£199 Average Price | £142 Average Price | £78 Average Price Cheapest |
9h 22m Average total duration 8h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 17h 54m Average total duration 17h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.5 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Nice trains for today, Thursday 27 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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9302+ 6165 | 6:32 Brussels-Midi | 10h32 | 17:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9302+ 6175 | 6:32 Brussels-Midi | 9h34 | 16:06 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9302+ 6173 | 6:32 Brussels-Midi | 8h32 | 15:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9810 · 6173 | 6:37 Brussels-Midi | 8h27 | 15:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9304+ 6175 | 7:09 Brussels-Midi | 8h57 | 16:06 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9304+ 6165 | 7:09 Brussels-Midi | 9h55 | 17:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9304+ 6163 | 7:09 Brussels-Midi | 13h55 | 21:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9410+ 6163 | 8:13 Brussels-Midi | 12h51 | 21:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9410+ 6165 | 8:13 Brussels-Midi | 8h51 | 17:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9310+ 6165 | 8:13 Brussels-Midi | 8h51 | 17:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9414+ 6165 | 8:43 Brussels-Midi | 8h21 | 17:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9314+ 6165 | 8:43 Brussels-Midi | 8h21 | 17:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9414+ 6163 | 8:43 Brussels-Midi | 12h21 | 21:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9316+ 6163 | 9:16 Brussels-Midi | 11h48 | 21:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9416+ 6163 | 9:16 Brussels-Midi | 11h48 | 21:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9416+ 6177 | 9:16 Brussels-Midi | 10h48 | 20:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9826 · 5537 | 10:13 Brussels-Midi | 12h30 | 22:43 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9422+ 6177 | 10:17 Brussels-Midi | 9h47 | 20:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9422+ 6163 | 10:17 Brussels-Midi | 10h47 | 21:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9322+ 6163 | 10:17 Brussels-Midi | 10h47 | 21:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9428+ 6163 | 11:13 Brussels-Midi | 9h51 | 21:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9328+ 6163 | 11:13 Brussels-Midi | 9h51 | 21:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9428+ 6177 | 11:13 Brussels-Midi | 8h51 | 20:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9338+ 6181 | 12:43 Brussels-Midi | 10h21 | 23:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9338+ 5781 | 12:43 Brussels-Midi | 20h26 | 9:09 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9338+ 6163 | 12:43 Brussels-Midi | 8h21 | 21:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9340+ 5781 | 13:13 Brussels-Midi | 19h56 | 9:09 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9440+ 6181 | 13:13 Brussels-Midi | 9h51 | 23:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9340+ 6181 | 13:13 Brussels-Midi | 9h51 | 23:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9450+ 6181 | 14:43 Brussels-Midi | 8h21 | 23:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9450+ 5781 | 14:43 Brussels-Midi | 18h26 | 9:09 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9352+ 5781 | 15:16 Brussels-Midi | 17h53 | 9:09 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9462+ 5781 | 16:42 Brussels-Midi | 16h27 | 9:09 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9362+ 5781 | 16:42 Brussels-Midi | 16h27 | 9:09 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9364+ 5781 | 17:16 Brussels-Midi | 15h53 | 9:09 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9464+ 5781 | 17:16 Brussels-Midi | 15h53 | 9:09 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9368+ 5781 | 17:43 Brussels-Midi | 15h26 | 9:09 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
9370+ 5781 | 18:13 Brussels-Midi | 14h56 | 9:09 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
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Trains from Brussels to Nice run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £117 but you can travel from only £32 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 19:09. The fastest train covers the 824 km distance in 8h 21m.
Distance 824 km |
Average train duration 8h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £117 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 8h 21m |
First train 5:41 |
Last train 19:09 |
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Best time to book 35 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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels 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 Brussels to Nice trains use the Bruxelles-Midi to Nice Ville station pair, with some services arriving at Nice Saint-Augustin. Use this guide to compare Brussels and Nice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bruxelles-Midi 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: Pullman Hotel Bar, Quick Gare du Midi, Subway, EXKi Zuid, Starbucks, Häagen-Dazs, Sbarro, The Coffee Club, The Belgian Chocolate House, PAUL, & many more
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Midi.
Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles-Midi. Information desks are located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Luggage storage is baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Midi: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Les Lofts De Styliste, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi, Pullman Brussels Centre Midi.
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
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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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