- Must visit
Musée de la Romanité
Archaeology museum beside the amphitheatre with Roman mosaics, sculptures and multimedia displays that explain the ancient city clearly.
Cheapest price on 24 Sept
£0.90
Average ticket price on 24 Sept
£69
Fastest journey on 24 Sept
4 h 32 m
Average journey duration on 24 Sept
4 h 36 m
Trains on 24 Sept
10
Distance
238 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Clermont-Ferrand to Nîmes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Clermont-Ferrand to Nîmes will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £0.90.
On Thu 24 Sept, we found 10 trains from Clermont-Ferrand to Nîmes, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 238 km distance in an average of 4 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 40 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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5316 · 6227Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Clermont-Ferrand to Nîmes 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 4h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, while a train costs an average of £71.
Distance: 238 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£71 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest | £57 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Clermont-Ferrand to Nîmes:
A coach is £31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Clermont-Ferrand to Nîmes costing on average £71.
Other travel options to Nîmes take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 17m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (4h 19m by train vs 4h 20m by car). Tickets start at around £71 compared to roughly £57 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Clermont-Ferrand to Nîmes trains for today, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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89827+ 886817+ 9812 | On time 8:30 Clermont-Ferrand station | 5h04 | 13:34 Nîmes station | 2 changes | |
877957 | 12:55 Clermont-Ferrand station | 5h09 | 18:04 Nîmes station | 0 changesdirect | |
875710+ 9879 | 14:02 Clermont-Ferrand station | 4h39 | 18:41 Nîmes station | 1 change | |
875712+ 6825 | 15:02 Clermont-Ferrand station | 4h32 | 19:34 Nîmes station | 1 change | |
873995 | 16:40 Clermont-Ferrand station | 5h24 | 22:04 Nîmes station | 0 changesdirect | |
875716+ 9836 | 17:02 Clermont-Ferrand station | 4h33 | 21:35 Nîmes station | 1 change | |
875718+ 5316 · 6227 | 18:02 Clermont-Ferrand station | 4h40 | 22:42 Nîmes station | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 24 September | |||||
873991 | 6:45 Clermont-Ferrand station | 5h15 | 12:00 Nîmes station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Clermont-Ferrand to Nîmes run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £0.90 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:56, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 238 km distance in 3h 43m.
Distance 238 km |
Average train duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £0.90 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 43m |
First train 5:56 |
Last train 22:12 |
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Archaeology museum beside the amphitheatre with Roman mosaics, sculptures and multimedia displays that explain the ancient city clearly.
Museum of contemporary art facing Maison Carrée. Its strong collection and striking building make it a rewarding contrast with Roman heritage nearby.
Fine arts museum with paintings, sculpture and a notable central mosaic. A solid choice for visitors wanting art beyond the Roman sites.
Large formal gardens with fountains, statues and shady walks. Ideal for a relaxed stroll between Roman monuments and the hilltop tower.
Hilltop Roman tower reached by walking paths through the gardens. Go for sweeping views across Nîmes and a memorable sunset vantage point.
Lively central square framed by cafés and heritage buildings, with Maison Carrée as its focal point. A practical hub for sightseeing and people-watching.
Brandade de morue is a creamy salt cod and olive oil emulsion, often linked with Nîmes. It is one of the city’s signature specialities and widely eaten locally.
Petit pâté nîmois is a small pastry filled with veal, pork and brandade. It is a classic local snack from Nîmes with a distinctive land-and-sea filling.
Gardianne de taureau is a Camargue bull stew slowly cooked with red wine, olives and herbs. It reflects the regional cattle traditions around Nîmes.
Stylish modern bistro serving refined seasonal plates and southern French flavours in a polished but relaxed city-centre setting.
Contemporary restaurant focused on seasonal cuisine and careful presentation, with an intimate atmosphere in central Nîmes.
Popular traditional address near the arenas, known for regional cooking, local produce and a warm brasserie atmosphere.
Moderate for southern France: stays and dining are usually cheaper than Nice or Paris, while local buses and simple meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service; round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés if you wish.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Clermont-Ferrand to Nîmes 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 Nîmes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Clermont-Ferrand to Nîmes trains use the Clermont-Ferrand to Nîmes station pair. Use this guide to compare Clermont-Ferrand and Nîmes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Clermont-Ferrand is 1 km from Clermont-Ferrand city centre. Public transport options include:
Clermont-Ferrand 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 Duguesclin, Restaurant Lard et la Manière
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Clermont-Ferrand. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Clermont-Ferrand. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Clermont-Ferrand: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Clermont-Ferrand: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clermont-Ferrand: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Clermont-Ferrand Centre, Hotel Oceania Clermont-Ferrand, Hotel Mercure Clermont Ferrand Centre Jaude.
Clermont-La Pardieu is 3 km from Clermont-Ferrand city centre. Public transport options include:
Clermont-La Pardieu has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Clermont-La Pardieu.
ATMs are available at Clermont-La Pardieu.
Available at Clermont-La Pardieu: Parking, WC.
Available at Clermont-La Pardieu: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clermont-La Pardieu.
Clermont La Rotonde is 1 km from Clermont-Ferrand city centre. Public transport options include:
Clermont La Rotonde has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Clermont La Rotonde.
ATMs are available at Clermont La Rotonde.
Available at Clermont La Rotonde: Parking, WC.
Available at Clermont La Rotonde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clermont La Rotonde.
Nîmes is 1 km from Nîmes city centre. Public transport options include:
Nîmes 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: Le Cheval Blanc, Restaurant La Table du 2
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Nîmes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Nîmes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nîmes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nîmes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nîmes: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Empire, Hôtel de L'Amphithéâtre, Hôtel Marquis de la Baume.
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