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Musée Volti
Museum inside the citadel presenting Volti’s sculptures. A compact cultural stop in a major historic setting.
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
2 m
Average duration
2 m
Trains per day
48
Distance
3 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 48 trains that leave Nice for Villefranche-sur-Mer every day 48 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 3 km distance in an average of 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 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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881119Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £2.
Distance: 3 km
| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£2 Average Price Cheapest | £3 Average Price |
37m Average total duration Fastest 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer trains for today, Wednesday 12 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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86063 | On time 18:28 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 18:30 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881155 | On time 18:40 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 18:42 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86065 | On time 18:58 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 19:00 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881247 | On time 19:07 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 19:09 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86067 | On time 19:28 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 19:30 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881159 | 19:40 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 19:42 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86069 | On time 20:00 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 20:02 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881251 | On time 20:07 Nice-Riquier | 0h03 | 20:10 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86073 | On time 20:28 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 20:30 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881163 | 20:40 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 20:42 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86075 | 20:59 Nice-Riquier | 0h03 | 21:02 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881255 | 21:07 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 21:09 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881177 | 21:23 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 21:25 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881167 | 21:40 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 21:42 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86079 | 22:03 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 22:05 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
33607 | 23:05 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 23:07 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
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86003 | 5:58 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 6:00 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881103 | 6:29 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 6:31 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86005 | 6:58 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 7:00 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881107 | 7:07 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 7:09 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86007 | 7:27 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 7:29 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881201 | 7:39 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 7:41 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86009 | 7:59 Nice-Riquier | 0h03 | 8:02 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881115 | 8:08 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 8:10 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86013 | 8:27 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 8:29 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881203 | 8:39 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 8:41 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86015 | 8:58 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 9:00 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881119 | 9:07 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 9:09 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86017 | 9:29 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 9:31 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881207 | 9:39 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 9:41 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86019 | 9:59 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 10:01 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881211 | 10:07 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 10:09 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86023 | 10:29 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 10:31 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881123 | 10:40 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 10:42 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86025 | 10:59 Nice-Riquier | 0h03 | 11:02 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86027 | 11:27 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 11:29 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86033 | 12:31 Nice-Riquier | 0h03 | 12:34 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881131 | 12:39 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 12:41 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86035 | 12:59 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 13:01 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881223 | 13:08 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 13:10 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86037 | 13:27 Nice-Riquier | 0h03 | 13:30 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881135 | 13:38 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 13:40 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86039 | 14:00 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 14:02 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881227 | 14:08 Nice-Riquier | 0h03 | 14:11 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86043 | 14:27 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 14:29 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881139 | 14:40 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 14:42 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86045 | 15:00 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 15:02 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881231 | 15:07 Nice-Riquier | 0h03 | 15:10 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86047 | 15:27 Nice-Riquier | 0h03 | 15:30 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881143 | 15:40 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 15:42 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86049 | 15:57 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 15:59 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881235 | 16:10 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 16:12 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86053 | 16:27 Nice-Riquier | 0h03 | 16:30 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881147 | 16:40 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 16:42 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86055 | 16:58 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 17:00 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881239 | 17:07 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 17:09 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86057 | 17:28 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 17:30 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881151 | 17:40 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 17:42 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86059 | 17:58 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 18:00 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881243 | 18:10 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 18:12 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer run on average 50 times per day, taking around 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 50 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 3 km distance in 6m.
Distance 3 km |
Average train duration 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 50 |
Direct trains 50 |
Fastest train 6m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:48 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Villefranche-sur-Mer — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Villefranche-sur-Mer trip today.
Museum inside the citadel presenting Volti’s sculptures. A compact cultural stop in a major historic setting.
The chapel can also be visited as an art site for Cocteau’s decorative work, offering a focused experience of modern mural art in a historic space.
Small local history museum in the citadel with collections on crafts, traditions and daily life in Villefranche-sur-Mer.
The town’s main beach curves along the bay with clear views and easy access from the centre. Popular for swimming and seaside walks.
Steep old-town lanes with ochre façades, stairways and sea glimpses. Best explored on foot for atmosphere and local character.
Charming waterfront lined with colourful buildings, boats and access to the old town. Ideal for a scenic stroll and photographs.
Niçoise-style stuffed vegetables, usually courgettes, peppers or onions, baked with a filling of vegetables, herbs and often meat. A Riviera home-cooking staple.
Traditional Nice chickpea flatbread baked in a wood-fired oven with olive oil and pepper. Simple, beloved street food across the Côte d’Azur.
A salad of tomatoes, anchovies, tuna, eggs, olives and raw vegetables. It is a defining dish of Nice cuisine and common along this coast.
Friendly old-town crêperie and bistro with savoury galettes, salads and simple French dishes in a laid-back setting.
Refined seaside dining in the old town, known for Mediterranean fish and elegant Riviera cooking in a polished setting.
Historic harbour restaurant serving Provençal and Niçoise dishes, with a classic terrace atmosphere facing the water.
More expensive than many French coastal towns. Hotels, dining and beach-season prices are high, though local buses and trains keep day-to-day transport fairly manageable.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent service is appreciated. Round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer 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 Villefranche-sur-Mer, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer trains use the Nice Ville to Villefranche-sur-Mer station pair. Use this guide to compare Nice and Villefranche-sur-Mer train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
Villefranche-sur-Mer has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: La Belle Etoile, Les Garçons, Espuma
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Villefranche-sur-Mer. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Villefranche-sur-Mer.
Available at Villefranche-sur-Mer: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Villefranche-sur-Mer: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villefranche-sur-Mer: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Welcome Hotel, Hotel La Regence, Hotel Le Versailles.
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