- Must visit
Musée Jean Cocteau - Collection Séverin Wunderman
Museum devoted to Jean Cocteau’s work, with drawings, ceramics and changing displays in a modern building on Menton’s seafront.
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
30 m
Trains per day
57
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nice to Menton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Menton will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 57 trains that leave Nice for Menton every day 56 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 31 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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881115Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nice to Menton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £72.
Distance: 21 km
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price |
1h 2m Average total duration 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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 Nice to Menton trains for today, Thursday 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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881247 | Delayed 17:12 19:07Nice-Riquier | 0h32 | 17:49 17:49Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86067 | Delayed 19:28 Nice-Riquier | 0h34 | 18:12 18:12Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881159 | Delayed 19:40 Nice-Riquier | 0h31 | 18:21 18:21Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86069 | Delayed 20:00 Nice-Riquier | 0h34 | 18:44 18:44Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881251 | Delayed 20:07 Nice-Riquier | 0h34 | 18:51 18:51Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86073 | Delayed 20:28 Nice-Riquier | 0h34 | 19:12 19:12Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881163 | Delayed 20:40 Nice-Riquier | 0h31 | 19:21 19:21Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86075 | On time 20:59 Nice-Riquier | 0h33 | 21:32 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881255 | On time 21:07 Nice-Riquier | 0h32 | 21:39 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881177 · 86077 | 21:23 Nice-Riquier | 0h42 | 22:05 Menton station | 1 change | |
881167 | 21:40 Nice-Riquier | 0h31 | 22:11 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 14 August | |||||
86003 | 5:58 Nice-Riquier | 0h32 | 6:30 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881103 | 6:29 Nice-Riquier | 0h33 | 7:02 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86005 | 6:58 Nice-Riquier | 0h34 | 7:32 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881107 | 7:07 Nice-Riquier | 0h32 | 7:39 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86007 | 7:27 Nice-Riquier | 0h35 | 8:02 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881201 | 7:39 Nice-Riquier | 0h32 | 8:11 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86009 | 7:59 Nice-Riquier | 0h32 | 8:31 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881115 | 8:08 Nice-Riquier | 0h31 | 8:39 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86013 | 8:27 Nice-Riquier | 0h35 | 9:02 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881203 | 8:39 Nice-Riquier | 0h31 | 9:10 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86015 | 8:58 Nice-Riquier | 0h34 | 9:32 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881119 | 9:07 Nice-Riquier | 0h31 | 9:38 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86017 | 9:29 Nice-Riquier | 0h32 | 10:01 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881207 | 9:39 Nice-Riquier | 0h31 | 10:10 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86019 | 9:59 Nice-Riquier | 0h32 | 10:31 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881211 | 10:07 Nice-Riquier | 0h32 | 10:39 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86023 | 10:29 Nice-Riquier | 0h32 | 11:01 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881123 | 10:40 Nice-Riquier | 0h31 | 11:11 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86025 | 10:59 Nice-Riquier | 0h33 | 11:32 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86027 | 11:27 Nice-Riquier | 0h35 | 12:02 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86033 | 12:31 Nice-Riquier | 0h34 | 13:05 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881131 | 12:39 Nice-Riquier | 0h32 | 13:11 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86035 | 12:59 Nice-Riquier | 0h33 | 13:32 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86037 | 13:27 Nice-Riquier | 0h35 | 14:02 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881135 | 13:39 Nice-Riquier | 0h32 | 14:11 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86039 | 14:00 Nice-Riquier | 0h34 | 14:34 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881227 | 14:08 Nice-Riquier | 0h33 | 14:41 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86043 | 14:27 Nice-Riquier | 0h33 | 15:00 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881139 | 14:40 Nice-Riquier | 0h31 | 15:11 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86045 | 15:00 Nice-Riquier | 0h34 | 15:34 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881231 | 15:07 Nice-Riquier | 0h34 | 15:41 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86047 | 15:28 Nice-Riquier | 0h31 | 15:59 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881143 | 15:40 Nice-Riquier | 0h31 | 16:11 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86049 | 15:56 Nice-Riquier | 0h31 | 16:27 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86053 | 16:28 Nice-Riquier | 0h34 | 17:02 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881147 | 16:40 Nice-Riquier | 0h33 | 17:13 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86055 | 16:58 Nice-Riquier | 0h34 | 17:32 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86057 | 17:28 Nice-Riquier | 0h34 | 18:02 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881151 | 17:40 Nice-Riquier | 0h31 | 18:11 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86059 | 17:58 Nice-Riquier | 0h34 | 18:32 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881243 | 18:10 Nice-Riquier | 0h31 | 18:41 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86063 | 18:28 Nice-Riquier | 0h34 | 19:02 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881155 | 18:40 Nice-Riquier | 0h31 | 19:11 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86065 | 18:58 Nice-Riquier | 0h34 | 19:32 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Nice to Menton run on average 15 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 30m.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:40 |
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Discover the best of Menton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Menton trip today.
Museum devoted to Jean Cocteau’s work, with drawings, ceramics and changing displays in a modern building on Menton’s seafront.
Fine arts museum in the former Carnolès palace, showing paintings from the thirteenth to twentieth centuries and a noted citrus garden.
Regional prehistory museum with finds from nearby caves, explaining early human life on the Riviera in a compact central setting.
Menton’s broad seaside promenade, popular for walking, beach access and views across the bay towards the old town and Italy.
Historic old quarter of steep lanes, pastel houses and stairways leading to the basilica and cemetery, full of local character.
Large seafront garden with lawns, sculptures and palm trees, offering an easy central walk beside the beach and festival areas.
Chickpea flour pancake baked crisp in a wood oven. A Ligurian-style street food long loved on the Menton coast.
A Menton speciality tart of Swiss chard, rice, eggs and Parmesan, sometimes with herbs. It reflects the town’s Riviera and Italian influences.
Small fried pastries filled traditionally with Swiss chard and ricotta or rice. They are a classic snack in Menton and nearby Riviera towns.
Refined dining focused on seasonal Mediterranean produce and polished French cooking, suited to a longer evening meal.
Casual crêperie and café near the seafront, good for sweet and savoury crêpes, galettes and light meals.
Popular traditional restaurant for Menton and Niçois specialities, with a cosy old-town feel and dependable local cooking.
Moderate for the French Riviera: stays and dining cost more than inland France, but local buses, trains and simple cafés can keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Taxis may be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice to Menton 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 Menton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nice to Menton trains use the Nice Riquier to Menton station pair, with some services arriving at Menton Garavan. Use this guide to compare Nice and Menton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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 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.
Menton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: L'Orangerie, Le Petit Prince
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Menton. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Menton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Menton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Menton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Menton: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Napoleon, Best Western Premier Hotel Prince De Galles, Hotel Riva Art & Spa.
Menton Garavan is 1 km from Menton city centre. Public transport options include:
Menton Garavan has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Menton Garavan.
Ticket office support is available at Menton Garavan.
Available at Menton Garavan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Menton Garavan: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Menton Garavan: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Riva Art & Spa, Hôtel Napoléon, Princess et Richmond.
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