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Musée Matisse
Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, showing paintings, drawings and personal objects in a villa in Cimiez.
Cheapest price
£66
Average price
£118
Fastest journey
7 h 6 m
Average duration
7 h 24 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
292 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Nice will cost around £118 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.
To travel from Geneva to Nice you need to make at least one change.
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6805Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £63.
Distance: 292 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£128 Average Price | £85 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.7kg 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 Geneva to Nice trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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96550+ 6805 | 5:14 Geneva station | 7h50 | 13:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
96552+ 5102+ 17479 | 6:14 Geneva station | 8h16 | 14:30 Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 changes | |
6175+ 9760 | 6:28 Geneva station | 9h38 | 16:06 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
96554+ 9810 · 6173 | 7:24 Geneva station | 7h40 | 15:04 Nice-Ville | 2 changes | |
96558+ 12402+ 17483 | 9:24 Geneva station | 7h06 | 16:30 Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 changes | |
96562+ 6813+ 17487 | 11:24 Geneva station | 7h06 | 18:30 Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 changes | |
96566+ 9830+ 17495 | 13:24 Geneva station | 9h01 | 22:25 Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 changes | |
96570+ 5537 | 15:24 Geneva station | 7h19 | 22:43 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
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Trains from Geneva to Nice run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 19:13. The fastest train covers the 292 km distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 292 km |
Average train duration 8h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 30m |
First train 5:14 |
Last train 19:13 |
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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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Nice-Ville -> Place Masséna, Nice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva 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 Geneva to Nice trains use the Genève to Nice Saint-Augustin station pair, with some services arriving at Nice Ville. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Nice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Genève has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
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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