The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Nice-Ville
Cheapest price
£144
Average price
£163
Fastest journey
5 h 42 m
Average duration
5 h 59 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
684 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to Nice-Ville is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to Nice-Ville will cost around £163 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £144.
Of the 9 trains that leave Paris Gare de Lyon for Nice-Ville 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 684 km distance in an average of 5 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 28 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.
6103+
174797:387h00Paris Gare de Lyon14:38Nice-Ville£1441One-way1 change
6101 · 68056:366h28Paris Gare de Lyon13:04Nice-Ville£1441One-way1 change
617510:095h57Paris Gare de Lyon16:06Nice-Ville£1501One-way0 changes
616511:225h42Paris Gare de Lyon17:04Nice-Ville£1501One-way0 changes
617714:105h54Paris Gare de Lyon20:04Nice-Ville£1501One-way0 changes
616511:225h42Paris Gare de Lyon17:04Nice-Ville£1501One-way0 changes
617714:105h54Paris Gare de Lyon20:04Nice-Ville£1501One-way0 changes
61739:095h55Paris Gare de Lyon15:04Nice-Ville£2231One-way0 changes
617510:095h57Paris Gare de Lyon16:06Nice-Ville£1501One-way0 changes
6101 · 68056:366h28Paris Gare de Lyon13:04Nice-Ville£1441One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Paris Gare de Lyon to Nice-Ville
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare de Lyon to Nice-Ville among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a flight costs an average of £44.
Distance: 684 km
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£84 Average Price | £99 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 51m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 43m Average total duration 12h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Paris Gare de Lyon to Nice-Ville train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare de Lyon to Nice-Ville trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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6101 · 6805 | On time 4:36 Paris Gare de Lyon | 6h28 | 11:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
6103+ 17479 | On time 5:38 Paris Gare de Lyon | 7h00 | 12:38 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
6173 | On time 7:09 Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h55 | 13:04 Nice-Ville | 0 changesdirect | |
6175 | On time 8:09 Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h57 | 14:06 Nice-Ville | 0 changesdirect | |
6165 | On time 9:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h42 | 15:04 Nice-Ville | 0 changesdirect | |
6111+ 17487 | On time 9:38 Paris Gare de Lyon | 7h00 | 16:38 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
6177 | On time 12:10 Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h54 | 18:04 Nice-Ville | 0 changesdirect | |
6115+ 17493 | On time 12:38 Paris Gare de Lyon | 7h05 | 19:43 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
6117+ 17495 | On time 13:38 Paris Gare de Lyon | 6h54 | 20:32 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Nice-Ville
Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Nice-Ville run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 684 km distance in 5h 36m.
Distance 684 km |
Average train duration 6h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 5h 36m |
First train 5:36 |
Last train 20:25 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Regionale, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Paris Gare de Lyon to Nice-Ville trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Regionale, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Paris Gare de Lyon and Nice-Ville from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Paris Gare de Lyon to Nice-Ville train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Gare de Lyon to Nice-Ville 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-Ville, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paris Gare de Lyon and Nice-Ville
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
- Le Train Bleu
- La Fabrique Cookies
- The Grand Comptoir
- Café Pierre Hermé
- Paul
- Starbucks
- Golden Brioche
- Mezzo di Pasta
- McDonald's
- The Prem1er Café
- & many more
- Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Hôtel Locomo
- Hôtel Marceau Bastille
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Located in Hall 1.
- Metro lines: 1, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 72, 77, 91
- Train lines: TGV, RER A, RER D, Transilien R
- 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
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