How to travel from Avignon to Nice, France

The distance between Avignon and Nice is around 260km (161 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 40m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Avignon to Nice by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out NiceAvignon if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Nice-Ville.

  • Duration3h 25m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €75($75)
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to AIX EN Pce - Gare Routière - AIX EN PROVENCE and then to NICE - Gare Routière - NICE.

  • Duration3h 30m
  • Departs5 times a day

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🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Nice.

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Distance260km (161 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Avignon and Nice

There are several options for getting from Avignon to Nice by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around and will take around 3h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €35 ($35).

The distance between Avignon and Nice is around 260km (161 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 199km (124 miles)

It takes around 3h 25m to get from Avignon and Nice by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Avignon to Nice is to drive which takes around 2h 40m and will set you back approx €35 ($35).

The cheapest way to travel between Avignon and Nice, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Avignon and Nice. It typically takes around 3h 25m and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Avignon and Nice with no changeovers required. The train runs every 4 hours and takes 3h 25m.

TGV inOui run train services between Avignon and Nice. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 3h 25m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Avignon and Nice. It typically takes around 3h 30m and departs 5 times a day.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Avignon and Nice with no changeovers required. The bus runs 5 times a week and takes 4h 45m.

Zou! LER and FlixBus run regular bus services between Avignon and Nice. Buses run 5 times a day and take around 3h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Avignon to Nice. We recommend that you take the train to Nice-Ville. instead which will take 3h 25m.

The closest major airport to Nice is Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) (NCE) which is approximately 7km (4 miles) from Nice. Hyeres Airport (TLN) (TLN) and Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) (MRS) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Avignon and Nice. The distance is around 260km (161 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Avignon to Nice is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 25m and will usually cost around €75 ($75).

How do I get from Avignon to Nice

Compare travel optionsbetween Avignon and Nice

Transport options from Avignon to Nice
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
3h 25m
€75($75)
every 4 hours316km (196 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
3h 30m
5 times a day267km (166 miles)
Bus to Nice4h 45m
€21($21)
5 times a week313km (195 miles)
Drive
2h 40m
€35($35)
on demand260km (161 miles)

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Airports near Nice

The following major airports near Nice offer regular flights to various popular destinations within France and internationally.

NCE
Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE)
International Airport
Distance
7km (4 miles) from Nice
TLN
Hyeres Airport (TLN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
112km (70 miles) from Nice
MRS
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
International Airport
Distance
167km (104 miles) from Nice