--- title: "Trains from Nice to Paris | EveryRail" description: "The fastest trains from Nice to Paris take 5 hours 44 minutes; direct options include OUIGO services, with selected fares starting at €19." image: "https://everyrail.com/api/route-image/nice-to-paris/" --- [Home]()[Europe by train]()[France]()Nice to Paris by train [Home]()[Europe by train]()[France]()Nice to Paris by train **Share** - - [Share on WhatsApp]() - [Share on X]() - [Share on Facebook]() - [Share by email]() **On this page** - [About Nice to Paris by train]() - [Where to book]() - [Find places to stay in Paris]() - [Frequently asked questions]() - [More routes]() [Book now]() Last updated September 2026 # Nice to Paris by train The fastest trains from Nice to Paris take 5 hours 44 minutes; direct options include OUIGO services, with selected fares starting at €19. ![Notre-Dame gargoyle overlooking Paris and the Eiffel Tower at sunset]() Origin [Nice]() Destination [Paris]() Country [France]() [Nice]() to [Paris]() trains take as little as 5 hours 44 minutes, with about 12 daily departures, direct OUIGO services, fares from €19, and Gare de [Lyon]() arrivals. ## Nice to Paris train at a glance | Detail | What to expect | | --- | --- | | Fastest listed journey | 5 hours 44 minutes | | Average journey | 6 hours 47 minutes | | Departures | About 12 trains a day, depending on the date | | Distance | About 892 km | | First and last departures | 05:57 and 18:58 | | Departure stations | Nice or Nice Saint-Augustin, depending on the train | | Main daytime arrival | Paris Gare de Lyon | | Some overnight arrivals | Paris Austerlitz | | Services | OUIGO, TGV INOUI, TER, and Intercités | | Fare anchors | OUIGO from €19 per adult; selected SNCF fares from €39 | Direct journeys are available on the Nice to Paris route. The fastest listed train takes 5 hours 44 minutes, while the average is 6 hours 47 minutes. Treat these as useful planning anchors: the departure count, times, and journey length depend on the date and service. ## Choosing a service TGV INOUI is the full-service high-speed option. OUIGO Grande Vitesse is the lower-cost alternative, with direct services between Nice and Paris Gare de Lyon. TER and Intercités also appear among route options, so read the service name and arrival station before you choose. Some dates include an Intercités de Nuit journey. It uses Paris Austerlitz rather than Gare de Lyon, which can change the easiest route to your accommodation and onward connections. A night train can preserve a daytime block, but its longer journey is a different proposition from the daytime high-speed service. ## Stations and arrival choices Departures may be shown as Nice or Nice Saint-Augustin. Nice Ville is the central station, while Saint-Augustin is closer to the airport side of the city. Note the departure station on your itinerary, particularly if you have luggage or are coming from the airport. Daytime trains mainly arrive at Paris Gare de Lyon, with Metro, RER, bus, and taxi connections nearby. Some overnight services arrive at Paris Austerlitz instead. Save the arrival station with your accommodation address so that your final Paris transfer is planned around the right part of the city. Nice and Paris stations provide assistance and accessibility information through SNCF Gares & Connexions. If you need step-free boarding or other assistance, arrange it through SNCF before travelling, using the information for both stations. ## Tickets and fares OUIGO adult fares start at €19 on selected trains and dates. Selected SNCF fares start at €39. These are limited starting prices, not a standard fare for every departure. Earlier booking and flexible dates can give you more choice, but the fare conditions belong to the specific ticket you select. Read the exchange and refund terms before paying. High-speed tickets are tied to the departure shown on the booking, and the service, fare, luggage allowance, and arrival station all affect whether a cheap ticket suits your plans. ## Luggage, pets, bikes, and children OUIGO Essentiel includes one carry-on bag up to 55 x 35 x 25 cm and one piece of hand luggage up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm. An additional or XL bag costs €5, while OUIGO Plus costs €9 more and includes a seat choice and an additional or XL bag. A large suitcase is not included in the lowest fare unless its allowance is added. On OUIGO, a pet costs €10. A pet under 6 kg travels in a carrier no larger than 55 x 35 x 25 cm; a heavier pet must be muzzled and kept on a lead. One pet is allowed per adult. A folded or dismantled bike in a bag costs €5 and must not exceed 130 x 90 cm or 30 kg. Children under 12 pay a fixed €8 fare on OUIGO Grande Vitesse, and children under 4 can travel free on an accompanying adult's lap, subject to one child per adult. TGV INOUI, TER, and Intercités have different rules, so use the conditions for the service on your ticket. ## Choosing between rail and air For a daytime journey, rail takes longer than flying but brings you into central stations, with no airport transfer at either end. The direct train is the simplest choice when its departure suits you. A connecting itinerary may open up another time, but it adds a transfer and another service condition to manage. Keep your ticket details available offline and check the station departure board for the platform. If you are changing across Paris after an Austerlitz arrival, allow the extra time that the cross-city transfer needs. ## Where to book ### Train tickets - Omio Omio connects you with over 1,000 transport providers - trains, buses, flights, and more - to simplify your travel planning. [Check times & prices]() - Rail Europe Rail Europe is a leading travel tech company specializing in European train bookings for over 15,000 travel professionals worldwide. - Trainline Trainline sells rail and coach tickets worldwide on behalf of major UK and European transport companies. ### Train service - [SNCF Voyageurs]() SNCF is France’s state-owned rail operator, running high-speed, regional, and international TGV services across Europe. [Official website]() [Check times & prices]() ## Find places to stay in Paris [![Bright bedroom with white bedding and a breakfast tray on the bed]()**Browse stays in Paris**Hotels and apartments via Booking.com]() ## Frequently asked questions ### How long is the train from Nice to Paris? The fastest journey takes 5 hours 44 minutes, and the average journey is 6 hours 47 minutes. The exact time depends on your date and service. ### Are there direct trains from Nice to Paris? Yes. Direct journeys are available, including OUIGO Grande Vitesse services. Other route options can use TER or Intercités, so the service and time depend on your date. ### How much does the Nice to Paris train cost? Selected OUIGO adult fares start at €19, while selected SNCF fares start at €39. These limited prices depend on the train, date, availability, and fare conditions. ### Which stations do Nice to Paris trains use? Departures use Nice or Nice Saint-Augustin. Daytime trains mainly arrive at Paris Gare de Lyon, while some overnight services arrive at Paris Austerlitz. Your itinerary gives the exact stations. ### What luggage can I take on the Nice to Paris OUIGO train? OUIGO Essentiel includes a carry-on bag up to 55 x 35 x 25 cm and hand luggage up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm. An extra or XL bag costs €5, or is included with OUIGO Plus. ## More routes [![Notre-Dame gargoyle overlooking Paris and the Eiffel Tower at sunset]()Amsterdam to ParisAmsterdam to Paris by Eurostar: direct trains in around 3 hours 15 to 3 hours 35 minutes. Around 10 direct departures daily, from Centraal to Gare du Nord. Advance Standard fares from €35.]()[![Promenade des Anglais and coastline in Nice]()Barcelona to NiceNo direct trains run from Barcelona to Nice. Plan at least one change, usually Marseille. Journey times from \~7h10 to 13+ hours. 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