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How to travel by train from Marseille to Nice
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Marseille to Nice by train
There is only a 'classic' conventional railway line between Marseille and Nice, so both the TGV and TER trains between the two locations share the exact same route.
The TGV trains are slightly faster because they make fewer station calls and if you book in advance online they can can be cheaper too.
Though when booking tickets last minute at the station, the TER trains become the cheaper option and users of Eurail and InterRail passes can also save money by travelling on them.
However, despite the two train services operating on this route, there are fewer departures overall than you might expect.
Routes you can take to go from Marseille to Nice
When travelling between most cities by train there is only one logical option, though on other journeys there is a choice between different trains or alternative routes. If different options are available you can use the info to decide which is best for you.
Choose one of the following options:
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Route Information
Travel Time (approx)
2hr 36min - 2hr 43min
Frequency
Daily
Travel Info
TER trains:
Mon - Thurs = 7 x trains per day
Friday = 8 x trains
Saturday = 7 x trains
Sunday = 9x trains
TGV trains:
6 x trains per day
Is the journey from Marseille to Nice direct?
Yes, there is no need to make a connection when taking this route.
Is the journey scenic?
Before Toulon and between Les Arcs and Nice, some of the best coastal views from any European train can be enjoyed - see the Journey Information below
What other tourist locations are along the route from Marseille to Nice?
Toulon and St Raphael and Nice
When is the usual approximate earliest arrival at Nice from Marseille-St Charles on this journey option?
Before 08:40 daily - by TER train
Before 11:00 daily by TGV InOui train
Source = European Rail Timetable
When is the usual approximate latest departure from Marseille-St Charles to Nice on this journey option
- Before 19:00 on Monday to Thursday and Sunday by TER train
- Before 21:00 on Friday and Saturday by TER train
- Around 20:20 daily by TGV InOui train
Source = European Rail Timetable
How easy is it to get to the station in Marseille?
Marseille St-Charles is served by both of the Metro lines in Marseille, lines A and B.
See the Station Guide above for more info, plus easy access to multiple options for booking somewhere to stay by Marseille-St Charles.
Are tickets cheaper if booked in advance for these Marseille to Nice trains?
Yes for travel by the TGV InOui trains, and they can be purchased from a choice of booking agents - see below.
No, for travel by the TER trains
Click on the 'Good to know info' to access a guide to how rail tickets are managed in France, plus step-by-step guides on how to make a booking.
How soon ahead of travel are tickets typically placed on sale for these Marseille to Nice trains?
For travel by the TGV InOui trains - Typically up to 6 months, but it varies according to when /if SNCF has a promotion in place; see the Ticket Information
What are the child ticket terms for these Marseille to Nice trains?
The adult rate is charged for all travellers aged 12 and over.
Children aged 4-11 pay half fare
Does the ticket for these Marseille to Nice trains include assigned seats?
Yes for travel by the TGV InOui trains - See the Train Guide in the Journey Information for insights on how to board the train.~
No when travelling by the TER trains
Do rail pass users need to book reservations for these Marseille to Nice trains?
Not when travelling by the TER trains
Yes, when travelling by the TGV InOui trains - See the rail pass guide for France for info on the multiple booking options.
Is catering available on the these trains?
Not on the TER trains.
Yes on the TGV InOui trains - there is a bar/bistro car
See the Train Guide in the Journey Information.
What else is good to know about French rail travel?
Check out the guide to travelling by train in France.
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