- Must visit
Musée International de la Parfumerie
Flagship museum tracing perfume history, raw materials and techniques in a town long associated with fragrance production.
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Compare train for Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 32 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£14 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse is a train with an average price of £14.
The fastest way to travel from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse is by train with an average journey time of 1h 20m.
Yes, you can take a train between Villefranche-sur-Mer and Grasse.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £14 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-6.89. The journey takes 1h 20m versus 55m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse
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Trains from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:38, the last at 21:38. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 1h 21m.
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
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 6:38 |
Last train 21:38 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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
Train companies: ZOU! from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse trainsZOU! trains will get you between Villefranche-sur-Mer and Grasse from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average ZOU! Duration
1h 21m
Cheapest ZOU! Price
£14
Complete guide to Grasse
Things to do in Grasse
Discover the best of Grasse — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Grasse trip today.
- Must visit
Musée du Parfum Fragonard
Fragonard’s perfumery museum presents historic distillation tools, perfume bottles and the house’s heritage in central Grasse.
- Recommended
Musée d'Art et d'Histoire de Provence
Museum of Provençal arts and traditions in a historic townhouse, showing daily life, furniture, ceramics and regional costumes.
- Must visit
Centre Historique de Grasse
The hilltop old town’s lanes, stairways and squares reveal Grasse’s compact historic fabric, workshops and everyday local life.
- Recommended
Place du Petit Puy
Elegant square by the cathedral, lined with historic buildings and often used as a quiet starting point for exploring the old town.
- Recommended
Cours Honoré Cresp
Promenade and gardens with open views towards the countryside and coast, popular for a restful pause near the centre.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Ratatouille
A Provençal vegetable stew of tomatoes, courgettes, aubergines, peppers and herbs, widely eaten across the Pays de Grasse and Côte d’Azur.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Socca
A thin chickpea flour pancake, crisp outside and soft within. A Riviera street-food staple found from Nice to Grasse.
Bouillabaisse
A hearty Provençal fish soup with Mediterranean rockfish, usually served with rouille and bread. It reflects the coastal cuisine near Grasse.
Bastide Saint-Antoine
Refined dining in an elegant country-house setting outside central Grasse, focused on seasonal French and Provençal cuisine.
Le Rendez-Vous
Traditional Provençal restaurant in Grasse’s old town, known for regional dishes and a warm, intimate setting.
Le Croissant Rose
Well-known local bistro serving Niçoise and Provençal cooking with a relaxed terrace atmosphere in the historic centre.
Euro (€)
Moderate for the Côte d’Azur: lodging is pricier in peak season, while casual dining and local buses stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for a simple lunch or takeaway.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up; small change at cafés is appreciated.
Sillages
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.50
- Day pass
- €3.00
To the city centre
Gare de Grasse -> Grasse Centre-Ville
- Distance
- 3.3 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Buy and validate tickets in the Sillages app or on board. The official fares page lists Ticket Uno and Ticket Journée as current products.
- The official Sillages site says Ticket Uno and Ticket Journée are sold on board, but it does not clearly confirm bank card contactless acceptance on buses.
FAQs: Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse 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 Grasse, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £14.
The train journey from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse covers a distance of 32 km and takes approximately 1h 21m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse is 32 km.
The first train from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse leaves at 6:38.
The last train from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse departs at 21:38.
Trains from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse.
To travel from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse.
The train station in Villefranche-sur-Mer that goes to Grasse is Villefranche-sur-Mer station, and it arrives at Grasse.
The cheapest way to get from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse is by train, costing approximately £14.
Booking trains from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Two to three days in Grasse are typically sufficient to explore its renowned perfume museums, enjoy the charming old town, and perhaps visit nearby lavender fields.
Yes, you can take the train from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Villefranche-sur-Mer and Grasse
Most Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse trains use the Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse station pair. Use this guide to compare Villefranche-sur-Mer and Grasse train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Villefranche-sur-Mer
Arrival train stations in Grasse
Which Villefranche-sur-Mer station do trains to Grasse leave from?
Trains from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse leave from Villefranche-sur-Mer. The station is 1 km from Villefranche-sur-Mer city centre at Avenue de la Gare, 06230 Villefranche-sur-Mer, France.
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.
Which Grasse station do trains from Villefranche-sur-Mer arrive at?
Trains from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Grasse arrive at Grasse. Grasse is 2 km from Grasse city centre.
GrassePlace de la Gare, 06130 Grasse, France+33 4 93 36 00 00
City-centre transport
Getting to Grasse from Grasse city centre
Grasse is 1 km from Grasse city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus5, Ligne Centifolia : Grasse SNCF - Grasse Centre Ville - Grasse SNCF · 6m · £4 · every ~10 min
Grasse train station facilities and services
Grasse 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 and drink
Food options include: Le Rendez-Vous, La Bastide Saint Antoine
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Grasse. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Grasse. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Grasse: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Grasse: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Grasse: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Best Western Plus Hotel Elixir Grasse, Hôtel Le Patti, Hôtel Panorama.
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