- Must visit
Musée Matisse
Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, showing paintings, drawings and personal objects in a villa in Cimiez.
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
4 h 22 m
Average duration
4 h 41 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sestri Levante to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sestri Levante to Nice will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
To travel from Sestri Levante to Nice you need to make at least 2 changes.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sestri Levante to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 182 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£33 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Sestri Levante to Nice 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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![]() | 22:21 Sestri Levante | 9h50 | 8:11 Nice | 3 changes | |
![]() | 22:21 Sestri Levante | 10h50 | 9:11 Nice | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 13 August | |||||
![]() | 4:32 Sestri Levante | 5h33 | 10:05 Nice | 2 changes | |
![]() | 5:26 Sestri Levante | 5h16 | 10:42 Nice | 3 changes | |
![]() | 6:05 Sestri Levante | 5h07 | 11:12 Nice | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:16 Sestri Levante | 4h57 | 12:13 Nice | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:58 Sestri Levante | 5h15 | 13:13 Nice | 3 changes | |
![]() | 9:25 Sestri Levante | 4h47 | 14:12 Nice | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:47 Sestri Levante | 5h25 | 15:12 Nice | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:29 Sestri Levante | 4h44 | 16:13 Nice | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:47 Sestri Levante | 5h25 | 17:12 Nice | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:26 Sestri Levante | 4h46 | 17:12 Nice | 3 changes | |
![]() | 13:47 Sestri Levante | 5h25 | 19:12 Nice | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:26 Sestri Levante | 4h46 | 19:12 Nice | 3 changes | |
![]() | 15:44 Sestri Levante | 4h22 | 20:06 Nice | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:50 Sestri Levante | 5h23 | 21:13 Nice | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:26 Sestri Levante | 4h47 | 21:13 Nice | 3 changes | |
![]() | 20:30 Sestri Levante | 10h42 | 7:12 Nice | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Sestri Levante to Nice run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 182 km distance in 4h 22m.
Distance 182 km |
Average train duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 4h 22m |
First train 0:18 |
Last train 22:23 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, showing paintings, drawings and personal objects in a villa in Cimiez.
Major collection of works by Marc Chagall, especially his Biblical Message cycle, in a purpose-built museum.
Museum of modern and contemporary art with strong twentieth-century collections and rooftop terraces near Place Garibaldi.
Famous seafront promenade for walking, cycling and beach views, lined with palms and Belle Époque façades.
Historic old town of narrow lanes, baroque churches, markets and lively squares, ideal for wandering on foot.
Grand square between the old town and modern centre, known for arcades, sculptures and evening illumination.
Thin chickpea flour pancake baked in a wood oven with olive oil and pepper. A signature Niçoise street food with Ligurian roots.
Salad of raw seasonal vegetables, tomatoes, olives, anchovies, tuna and egg. It is the classic dish most associated with Nice.
Small round tart filled with onions, anchovies and olives. A traditional Niçoise snack often sold in bakeries and markets.
Elegant dining room serving refined Mediterranean cuisine with sea views on the Promenade des Anglais. Good for a more polished meal.
Traditional Niçoise restaurant in the old town known for local classics such as petits farcis and stockfish in a warm, rustic setting.
Lively institution near Cours Saleya famous for socca, petits farcis and other Niçoise staples in a busy, old-school dining room.
Nice is pricier than many French cities, with higher hotel and seafront dining costs, though buses, trams and simple local eateries help keep daily spending manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sestri Levante 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.

Most Sestri Levante to Nice trains use the Sestri Levante to Bevera station pair. Use this guide to compare Sestri Levante and Nice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Sestri Levante has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Polpo Mario, Osteria Mattana
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Sestri Levante. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Sestri Levante. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sestri Levante: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sestri Levante: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sestri Levante: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Vis a Vis, Grand Hotel Villa Balbi, Hotel Miramare.
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