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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Nice
Cheapest price
£116
Average price
£197
Fastest journey
11 h 4 m
Average duration
12 h 23 m
Trains per day
9
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 £197 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £116.
To travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Nice you need to make at least one change.
14142 · 4661+
1749310:3211h04Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure21:36Nice Saint-Augustin£1161One-way2 changes- 14142 · 4661+1749310:2111h15Hendaye station21:36Nice Saint-Augustin£1171One-way2 changes
D51 (866464)+4661+174938:1513h21Les Deux-Jumeaux21:36Nice Saint-Augustin£1251One-way2 changes
8416+
5781+L51 (866474)15:1217h57Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure9:09Nice-Ville£2181One-way2 changes- 8416+5781+L51 (866474)15:0418h05Les Deux-Jumeaux9:09Nice-Ville£2181One-way2 changes
- 14142 · 4661+1749310:3211h04Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure21:36Nice Saint-Augustin£1161One-way2 changes
- 14142 · 4661+1749310:2111h15Hendaye station21:36Nice Saint-Augustin£1171One-way2 changes
- 8580 · 6181+D51 (866404)10:0712h57Les Deux-Jumeaux23:04Nice-Ville£2581One-way2 changes
- 8534 · 61819:4513h19Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure23:04Nice-Ville£2511One-way1 change
- D51 (866464)+4661+174938:1513h21Les Deux-Jumeaux21:36Nice Saint-Augustin£1251One-way2 changes
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 £33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 52m. 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 £33, and a flight costs an average of £53.
Distance: 746 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£140 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest | £208 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 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 2.2 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions |
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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 tomorrow, Thursday 28 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D51 (866464)+4661+17493 | 8:15 Les Deux-Jumeaux | 13h21 | 21:36 Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 changes | |
| 8534 · 6181 | 9:33 Hendaye station | 13h31 | 23:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
| 8534 · 6181 | 9:45 Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 13h19 | 23:04 Nice-Ville | 1 change | |
| D51 (866404)+8580 · 6181 | 10:07 Les Deux-Jumeaux | 12h57 | 23:04 Nice-Ville | 2 changes | |
| 14142 · 4661+17493 | 10:21 Hendaye station | 11h15 | 21:36 Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 changes | |
| 14142 · 4661+17493 | 10:32 Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 11h04 | 21:36 Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 changes | |
| L51 (866474)+8416+5781 | 15:00 Hendaye station | 18h09 | 9:09 Nice-Ville | 2 changes | |
| 8416+5781+L51 (866474) | 15:04 Les Deux-Jumeaux | 18h05 | 9:09 Nice-Ville | 2 changes | |
| 8416+5781+L51 (866474) | 15:12 Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 17h57 | 9:09 Nice-Ville | 2 changes | |
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Overview: Train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Nice
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Trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Nice run on average 11 times per day, taking around 10h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £93 but you can travel from only £33 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 746 km distance in 11h 4m.
Distance 746 km |
Average train duration 10h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £93 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 11h 4m |
First train 5:41 |
Last train 20:18 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Euskotren from Donostia-San Sebastian to Nice trainsSNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Euskotren trains will get you between Donostia-San Sebastian and Nice from £33. 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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