The cheapest and fastest trains from Nice to Calais
Cheapest price
£127
Average price
£187
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
12 h 57 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
903 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nice to Calais is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Calais will cost around £187 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £127.
Of the 4 trains that leave Nice for Calais every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 903 km distance in an average of 12 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 17 h 43 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.
18:0017h43Nice11:43Calais£1271One-way0 changes
17:0015h33Nice8:33Calais£1481One-way0 changes
8:588h45Nice17:43Calais£2121One-way0 changes
11:309h45Nice21:15Calais£2621One-way0 changes
8:588h45Nice17:43Calais£2121One-way0 changes
11:309h45Nice21:15Calais£2621One-way0 changes
17:0015h33Nice8:33Calais£1481One-way0 changes
18:0017h43Nice11:43Calais£1271One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Nice to Calais
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nice to Calais among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £87. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £87, and a flight costs an average of £158.
Distance: 903 km
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10h 50m Average total duration 10h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 20m Average total duration 19h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Nice to Calais train times
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Calais trains for today, Thursday 25 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 18:00 Nice | 15h24 | 9:24 Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nice to Calais
Trains from Nice to Calais run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £87 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 903 km distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 903 km |
Average train duration 10h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £87 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 8h 45m |
First train 5:31 |
Last train 19:10 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit from Nice to Calais trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit trains will get you between Nice and Calais from £87. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Nice to Calais train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice to Calais 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 Calais, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nice and Calais
- Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station
- Agora
- PAUL
- Sushi Side
- Factory Donuts
- Deli & Cia
- 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
- Hotel Trocadero
- Ibis Nice Centre Gare
- Hotel Belle Meuniere
- Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30
- Located in the station main hall
- Bus lines: Ligne d'Azur
- Tram lines: 1
- Train lines: TGV, OUIGO, Intercités, TER PACA 3, TER PACA 4, TER PACA 5, TER PACA 6, Russian Railways
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station with several public parking options
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- €0.80
- 118 places, 50 covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a simple layout with two main platforms for regional trains.
- Tramway: Line 2, Line 3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional trains to Nice Central Station
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Parking is available nearby, but details are not specified
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps
- €0.50
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms serving regional trains.
- Bus: Line 603
- Tramway: Line T1
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road leading to the station
- Le Channel
- Restaurant du Golf
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- €0.50
- Holiday Inn Calais
- Hotel Meurice
- Hotel de la Plage
- Located in the main hall
- 200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Eurostar check-in
- Hall 2: TGV and TER platforms
- Hall 3: parking and car rental services
- Bus: Line 1 from Calais city center
- Shuttle services available from Calais ferry terminal
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available at the station with 24/7 access
- Le Channel
- Au Cote d'Argent
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- €0.50
- Hotel Meurice
- Holiday Inn Calais
- Hotel de la Plage
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to regional and local destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Balad'in free bus service connects to various parts of the city.
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