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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 03 Sept
£61
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£65
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
6 h 1 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
6 h 5 m
Trains on 03 Sept
6
Distance
400 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cité de Carcassonne to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cité de Carcassonne to Nice will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.
To travel from Cité de Carcassonne to Nice you need to make at least one change.
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17493Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cité de Carcassonne to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, while a train costs an average of £76.
Distance: 400 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£76 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest | £116 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 32m Average total duration Fastest 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 52m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg 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 Cité de Carcassonne to Nice:
A coach is £36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cité de Carcassonne to Nice costing on average £76.
Other travel options to Nice take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 22m.
Tickets start at around £76 compared to roughly £116 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £40. The journey takes 6h 2m versus 4h 55m 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.
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 Cité de Carcassonne to Nice trains for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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4651+ 17477 | On time 7:26 Carcassonne | 6h06 | 13:32 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
4655+ 17481 | Delayed 7:31 9:26Carcassonne | 6h05 | 15:31 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
4657+ 17487 | 11:26 Carcassonne | 7h03 | 18:29 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
4659+ 17489 | 13:26 Carcassonne | 6h04 | 19:30 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
4661+ 17493 | 15:26 Carcassonne | 6h08 | 21:34 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
4663+ 17497 | 17:26 Carcassonne | 6h01 | 23:27 Nice Saint-Augustin | 1 change | |
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Trains from Cité de Carcassonne to Nice run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 400 km distance in 5h 57m.
Distance 400 km |
Average train duration 6h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 57m |
First train 5:34 |
Last train 21:37 |
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Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, showing paintings, drawings and personal objects in a villa in Cimiez.
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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 Cité de Carcassonne 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 Cité de Carcassonne to Nice trains use the Carcassonne to Nice Saint-Augustin station pair, with some services arriving at Nice Ville. Use this guide to compare Cité de Carcassonne and Nice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Carcassonne 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 Bistro, La Table de Norbert
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Carcassonne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Carcassonne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Carcassonne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Carcassonne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Carcassonne: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de la Bastide, Hotel Astoria, Hotel Central.
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 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
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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