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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 28 Sept
Cheapest price on 28 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 28 Sept
£3
Fastest journey on 28 Sept
2 m
Average journey duration on 28 Sept
2 m
Trains on 28 Sept
55
Distance
3 km
Cheap tickets
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.
Fast trains
On Mon 28 Sept, we found 55 trains from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer, including 55 direct services.
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.
860138:280h02Nice-Riquier8:30Villefranche-sur-Mer station£31One-way0 changes- 860056:580h03Nice-Riquier7:01Villefranche-sur-Mer station£31One-way0 changes
- 860158:590h02Nice-Riquier9:01Villefranche-sur-Mer station£31One-way0 changes
- 860077:280h02Nice-Riquier7:30Villefranche-sur-Mer station£31One-way0 changes
- 860098:000h02Nice-Riquier8:02Villefranche-sur-Mer station£31One-way0 changes
- 860138:280h02Nice-Riquier8:30Villefranche-sur-Mer station£31One-way0 changes
- 860158:590h02Nice-Riquier9:01Villefranche-sur-Mer station£31One-way0 changes
- 860077:280h02Nice-Riquier7:30Villefranche-sur-Mer station£31One-way0 changes
- 860098:000h02Nice-Riquier8:02Villefranche-sur-Mer station£31One-way0 changes
- 860179:280h02Nice-Riquier9:30Villefranche-sur-Mer station£31One-way0 changes
Live departures
Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer train times
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer trains for tomorrow, Monday 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 86003 | 5:54 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 5:56 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 881103 | 6:24 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 6:26 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 86005 | 6:58 Nice-Riquier | 0h03 | 7:01 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 881107 | 7:07 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 7:09 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 86007 | 7:28 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 7:30 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 881201 | 7:38 Nice-Riquier | 0h03 | 7:41 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 86009 | 8:00 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 8:02 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 881115 | 8:10 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 8:12 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 86013 | 8:28 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 8:30 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 881203 | 8:37 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 8:39 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 86015 | 8:59 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 9:01 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 881119 | 9:08 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 9:10 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 86017 | 9:28 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 9:30 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 881207 | 9:37 Nice-Riquier | 0h03 | 9:40 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 86019 | 10:00 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 10:02 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 | 10:39 Nice-Riquier | 0h03 | 10:42 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 86025 | 10:58 Nice-Riquier | 0h03 | 11:01 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 86027 | 11:28 Nice-Riquier | 0h03 | 11:31 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 86033 | 12:31 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 12:33 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 881131 | 12:39 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 12:41 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 86035 | 13:00 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 13:02 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 881223 | 13:08 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 13:10 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 86037 | 13:29 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 13:31 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 881135 | 13:40 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 13:42 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 86039 | 14:00 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 14:02 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 881227 | 14:09 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 14:11 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 86043 | 14:28 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 14:30 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 881139 | 14:40 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 14:42 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 86045 | 15:01 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 15:03 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 881231 | 15:09 Nice-Riquier | 0h03 | 15:12 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 86047 | 15:28 Nice-Riquier | 0h03 | 15:31 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 881143 | 15:40 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 15:42 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 86049 | 15:55 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 15:57 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 881235 | 16:10 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 16:12 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 86053 | 16:28 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 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 | 0h03 | 17:01 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 | |
| 86063 | 18:28 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 18:30 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 881155 | 18:40 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 18:42 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 86065 | 18:58 Nice-Riquier | 0h03 | 19:01 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 881247 | 19:07 Nice-Riquier | 0h03 | 19:10 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 86067 | 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 | 20:00 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 20:02 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 881251 | 20:07 Nice-Riquier | 0h03 | 20:10 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 86073 | 20:28 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 20:30 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 86075 | 20:59 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 21:01 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 881169 | 21:41 Nice-Riquier | 0h02 | 21:43 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer
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Take a train from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer and enjoy the approximately 3 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:48.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £39
Distance 3 km |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £39
Complete guide to Villefranche-sur-Mer
Things to do in Villefranche-sur-Mer
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.
- Recommended
Chapelle Saint-Pierre
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.
Musée Goetz-Boumeester
Small local history museum in the citadel with collections on crafts, traditions and daily life in Villefranche-sur-Mer.
- Must visit
Plage des Marinières
The town’s main beach curves along the bay with clear views and easy access from the centre. Popular for swimming and seaside walks.
- Must visit
Vieille Ville
Steep old-town lanes with ochre façades, stairways and sea glimpses. Best explored on foot for atmosphere and local character.
- Recommended
Port de la Santé
Charming waterfront lined with colourful buildings, boats and access to the old town. Ideal for a scenic stroll and photographs.
- Gluten-free
Petits farcis
Niçoise-style stuffed vegetables, usually courgettes, peppers or onions, baked with a filling of vegetables, herbs and often meat. A Riviera home-cooking staple.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Socca
Traditional Nice chickpea flatbread baked in a wood-fired oven with olive oil and pepper. Simple, beloved street food across the Côte d’Azur.
- Gluten-free
Salade niçoise
A salad of tomatoes, anchovies, tuna, eggs, olives and raw vegetables. It is a defining dish of Nice cuisine and common along this coast.
Crêperie Le Cosmo
Friendly old-town crêperie and bistro with savoury galettes, salads and simple French dishes in a laid-back setting.
La Mère Germaine
Refined seaside dining in the old town, known for Mediterranean fish and elegant Riviera cooking in a polished setting.
La Baleine Bleue
Historic harbour restaurant serving Provençal and Niçoise dishes, with a classic terrace atmosphere facing the water.
Euro (€)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €25-40 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
FAQs: Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer train
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.
The train distance from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer is 3 km.
The first train from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer leaves at 0:04.
The last train from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer departs at 23:48.
There is no night train service from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer.
The train station in Nice that goes to Villefranche-sur-Mer is Nice-Ville, and it arrives at Villefranche-sur-Mer station.
Booking trains from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer is considered scenic, offering beautiful views of the Mediterranean coastline and charming seaside towns along the way.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nice and Villefranche-sur-Mer
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.
Departure train stations in Nice
Arrival train stations in Villefranche-sur-Mer
Which Nice station do trains to Villefranche-sur-Mer leave from?
Trains from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer leave from Nice Ville. The station is from Nice city centre at Avenue Thiers, 06008 Nice, France.
Nice VilleAvenue Thiers, 06008 Nice, France+33 493870707
City-centre transport
Getting to Nice Ville from Nice city centre
Bus99 · 11m · £2 · every ~2 min
Nice Ville 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 and drink
Food options include: Agora, PAUL, Sushi Side, Factory Donuts, Deli & Cia
Wi-Fi and ATMs
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.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30. Information desks are located in the station main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nice Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nice Ville: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Trocadero, Ibis Nice Centre Gare, Hotel Belle Meuniere.
Nice Riquier4 Rue Alfred Binet, 06300 Nice, France+33 800 11 40 23
City-centre transport
Getting to Nice Riquier from Nice city centre
Nice Riquier is 1 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainC3, C13 · 4m · every ~15 min
Bus57 · 13m · £2 · every ~8 min
TramL1 · 22m · £2 · every ~25 min
Nice Riquier train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Le Millésime, La Roustide
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nice Riquier. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nice Riquier: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nice Riquier: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Riquier: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Apogia Nice, Ibis Styles Nice Vieux Port.
Nice Saint-AugustinGare de Nice Saint-Augustin, 06200 Nice, France+33 800 11 40 23
City-centre transport
Getting to Nice Saint-Augustin from Nice city centre
Nice Saint-Augustin is 5 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainC3, C13 · 5m · every ~25 min
Bus12+ · 25m · £2 · every ~10 min
TramL3, L2 · 26m · £2 · every ~29 min
Nice Saint-Augustin train station facilities and services
Nice Saint-Augustin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nice Saint-Augustin. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Ramps, restrooms.
Which Villefranche-sur-Mer station do trains from Nice arrive at?
Trains from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer arrive at Villefranche-sur-Mer. Villefranche-sur-Mer is 1 km from Villefranche-sur-Mer city centre.
Villefranche-sur-MerAvenue de la Gare, 06230 Villefranche-sur-Mer, France+33 4 93 01 92 10
City-centre transport
Getting to Villefranche-sur-Mer from Villefranche-sur-Mer city centre
Bus15, 80 · 1m · £4 · every ~9 min
Villefranche-sur-Mer train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: La Belle Etoile, Les Garçons, Espuma
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Villefranche-sur-Mer. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Villefranche-sur-Mer.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Villefranche-sur-Mer: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Villefranche-sur-Mer: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Villefranche-sur-Mer: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Welcome Hotel, Hotel La Regence, Hotel Le Versailles.
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