1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£4
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
13 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
14 m
Trains on 19 Sept
2
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cap-d'Ail to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cap-d'Ail to Nice will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 2 trains from Cap-d'Ail to Nice, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 14 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cap-d'Ail to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 11 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£5 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
44m Average total duration Fastest 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions |
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 Cap-d'Ail to Nice:
A coach is £0.06 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cap-d'Ail to Nice costing on average £5.
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Coach takes on average 42m.
The table below shows live departures for Cap-d'Ail to Nice trains for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
881210 | 8:08 Cap-d'Ail | 0h15 | 8:23 Nice-Riquier | 0 changesdirect | |
86014 | 8:20 Cap-d'Ail | 0h14 | 8:34 Nice-Riquier | 0 changesdirect | |
881114 | 8:39 Cap-d'Ail | 0h14 | 8:53 Nice-Riquier | 0 changesdirect | |
86016 | 8:50 Cap-d'Ail | 0h14 | 9:04 Nice-Riquier | 0 changesdirect | |
881214 | 9:08 Cap-d'Ail | 0h14 | 9:22 Nice-Riquier | 0 changesdirect | |
86018 | 9:20 Cap-d'Ail | 0h14 | 9:34 Nice-Riquier | 0 changesdirect | |
881118 | 9:39 Cap-d'Ail | 0h14 | 9:53 Nice-Riquier | 0 changesdirect | |
86022 | 9:48 Cap-d'Ail | 0h14 | 10:02 Nice-Riquier | 0 changesdirect | |
881218 | 10:07 Cap-d'Ail | 0h15 | 10:22 Nice-Riquier | 0 changesdirect | |
86024 | 10:20 Cap-d'Ail | 0h14 | 10:34 Nice-Riquier | 0 changesdirect | |
881122 | 10:37 Cap-d'Ail | 0h15 | 10:52 Nice-Riquier | 0 changesdirect | |
86026 | 10:50 Cap-d'Ail | 0h14 | 11:04 Nice-Riquier | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Cap-d'Ail to Nice run on average 14 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 14m.
Distance 11 km |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:54 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cap-d'Ail 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 Cap-d'Ail to Nice trains use the Cap-d'Ail to Nice Ville station pair, with some services arriving at Nice Riquier. Use this guide to compare Cap-d'Ail and Nice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Cap-d'Ail is 1 km from Cap-d'Ail city centre. Public transport options include:
Cap-d'Ail has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Eden Plage, La Pinede
Available at Cap-d'Ail: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cap-d'Ail: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cap-d'Ail: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Miramar, Riviera Marriott Hotel La Porte de Monaco, Hotel Normandy.
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 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.
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.
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