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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Nice
Cheapest price
£178
Average price
£298
Fastest journey
12 h 44 m
Average duration
13 h 8 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
746 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Nice will cost around £298 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £178.
To travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Nice you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Donostia-San Sebastian to Nice
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £59.
Distance: 746 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£123 Average Price | £52 Average Price Cheapest | £219 Average Price |
10h 53m Average total duration 10h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 14m Average total duration 14h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 2.2 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Donostia-San Sebastian to Nice train times
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Nice trains for today, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8540+ 5781 | On time 12:06 Hendaye station | 20h03 | 08:09 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
| 8540+5781 | On time 12:18 Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 19h51 | 08:09 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
| F51 (866534)+3740+6173 | On time 19:05 Hendaye station | 18h59 | 14:04 Nice-Ville | 2 changes | |
| F51 (866534)+3740+6173 | On time 19:09 Les Deux-Jumeaux | 18h55 | 14:04 Nice-Ville | 2 changes | |
| F51 (866534)+3740+6173 | On time 19:17 Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 18h47 | 14:04 Nice-Ville | 2 changes | |
| D51 (866464)+4661+17493 | 07:11 Hendaye station | 13h25 | 20:36 Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 changes | |
| D51 (866464)+4661+17493 | 07:15 Les Deux-Jumeaux | 13h21 | 20:36 Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 changes | |
| D51 (866464)+4661+17493 | 07:23 Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 13h13 | 20:36 Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 changes | |
| 8534 · 6117+17495 | On time 08:28 Hendaye station | 12h57 | 21:25 Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 changes | |
| 8534 · 6117+17495 | On time 08:41 Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 12h44 | 21:25 Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 changes | |
| L53 (455014)+8540+5781 | On time 11:05 Les Deux-Jumeaux | 21h04 | 08:09 Nice-Ville | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Nice
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Trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Nice run on average 10 times per day, taking around 10h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £82 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 746 km distance in 10h 57m.
Distance 746 km |
Average train duration 10h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £82 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 10h 57m |
First train 05:41 |
Last train 20:18 |
Train companies: SNCF Intercités, TGV INOUI, Euskotren from Donostia-San Sebastian to Nice trainsSNCF Intercités, TGV INOUI, Euskotren trains will get you between Donostia-San Sebastian and Nice from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Donostia-San Sebastian to Nice train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Nice 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Donostia-San Sebastian and Nice
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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
ParkingTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Luggage Carts- 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
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