Train Calais Nice

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Information about the Calais to Nice train

Travel by train from Calais to Nice. 9 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Calais at 6h 07m and the last at 18h 07m, allowing you to cover the 1286 km distance in as little as 8h 57m.

Number routes per day

Average route time

10h 56m

Shortest route time

8h 57m

First hour of departure

6h 07m

Last hour of departure

18h 07m

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How much does a train ticket from Calais to Nice cost?

Get the best fares by booking your train ticket in advance. Save on the cost of your journey by staying flexible with the date and time of your departure. You can create an alert in the "Low Prices" section to be quickly notified of the best offers.

How long does a journey on a train from Calais to Nice take?

You should allow an average of 10h 56m to travel by train from Calais to Nice.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Calais to Nice?

Allow 8h 57m to travel between Calais and Nice on the fastest train.

How many trains run from Calais to Nice each day?

9 trains complete the Calais to Nice journey each day.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Calais and Nice?

There is at least one Connecting train(s) available between Calais and Nice.

What is the distance between Calais and Nice by train?

The rail connection between Calais and Nice is approximately 1286 km.

What time is the first train from Calais to Nice?

Take a morning journey on the Calais to Nice train departing at 6h 07m.

What time is the last train from Calais to Nice?

If you prefer a later departure, take the last train leaving Calais at 18h 07m.

To leave Calais, which station(s) can I depart from?

The trains shown on this page depart from: CALAIS - FRETHUN, CALAIS VILLE.

At Nice, which station(s) will I arrive at?

This page shows a list of trains with the arrival station of: NICE, NICE SAINT-AUGUSTIN.

Which train companies operate trains from Calais to Nice?

You can make the Calais to Nice journey with TER, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, Intercités.

What services are offered on board?

Travel with OUIGO in peace and comfort. With OUIGO ESSENTIEL, you can enjoy a solo, quiet seat for 7 euros extra. With OUIGO PLUS, you can choose your seat anywhere on the train.

With INTERCITÉS, travel with your family. Six-seat sections, changing tables, and play areas are available on board so your children can enjoy the journey as much as you do.

If you take a TGV INOUI, you can stay connected, thanks to free Wi-Fi access for everyone. The portal gives you access to a world of services and content, such as press offers, entertainment, and online ordering in the bar carriage.

If you travel frequently on TER, discover TER subscriptions and enjoy discounts for travel in each region (excluding Île-de-France). Subscribe in just a few clicks via SNCF Connect.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Calais to Nice?

The price of a Calais – Nice train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Calais to Nice thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Calais to Nice.

Price of a Calais – Nice Train Ticket

On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Calais to Nice: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.
Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Calais to Nice at the lowest fare.

Promotional Fare for Calais – Nice

Throughout the year, you can find occasional promotions and flash sales on train tickets on the SNCF Connect website and app. The latest deals on SNCF Connect are listed on our Promotions page. Be sure to check this page regularly to stay informed about the latest offers and take advantage of them. In the SNCF Connect app, notifications also keep you up to date as soon as new deals are available.

Last-minute Calais – Nice Train

On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute Calais to Nice ticket and compare prices quickly. You can also plan and buy your train ticket several months in advance if you wish to take advantage of the best fares. During the sales events held several times per year, tickets are released for trains running months later. Depending on the rail operator and the train’s travel date, our service options allow you to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your seats at that rate before the opportunity expires.

Direct train from Calais to Nice and alternative routes

On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Nice on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.

Which companies operate the train from Calais to Nice?

If you're travelling from Calais to Nice, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

TER

Travel from Calais to Nice with TER, the low-cost regional train company that covers the whole of France. Perfect for discovering a region and frequent journeys to nearby towns. Reserving is easy: do a search and book your next trip in one of France's 11 regions. You can access your tickets via the SNCF Connect app! Are you a frequent traveller? To save money on travel, check out TER's regional travel cards and subscriptions, which are also on sale via SNCF Connect.

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TGV INOUI

With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Calais to Nice on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Calais to Nice: you can access content and services via the TGV INOUI portal. Each carriage has plenty of luggage space, so you can quickly and easily settle down in your seat. Enjoy the buffet car which serves a range of food and drinks. Your tickets can be exchanged or refunded, depending on the conditions, up to 3 days before your departure.

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OUIGO

Enjoy low-cost travel from Calais to Nice with OUIGO Grande Vitesse. OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains are low-cost TGVs that travel at speeds of over 300 km/h. To get the best OUIGO prices, book your ticket from Calais to Nice in advance!

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Intercités

INTERCITÉS will allow you to discover numerous destinations in France. Travel from Calais to Nice with INTERCITÉS: choose your seat if you're travelling 1st Class and enjoy an even more comfy journey. Easy and quick: access your e-ticket via the SNCF Connect app.

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What travel classes are available on the Calais to Nice train?

To travel from Calais to Nice, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

TER

Travel from Calais to Nice by TER regional trains and settle down in a comfy seat for an enjoyable journey. Take all your luggage with you - there are no weight or size restrictions. Your pet can also travel on our regional trains for an additional fee. Buy your train tickets at regional rates directly on our website and app.

TGV INOUI

Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Calais to Nice and choose from a selection of classes.

2^nd Class

Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

1^st Class

Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
Quiet zones
Choose your seat from the seating plan when booking
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

OPTIMUM (routes to and from Paris) :

Flexible tickets: free exchanges and refunds up to 30 minutes after departure
Access to the TGV INOUI Grand Voyageur Le Club station lounges
Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
Quiet zones (carriage at the end of the train to minimise disruptions)
Premium dedicated Customer Service
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

OUIGO

OUIGO are low-cost high-speed trains that will whisk you from Calais to Nice. There is one class of travel, but you can choose from two different offers.

OUIGO ESSENTIEL

Choose and reserve your seat (for a fee)
1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Other services are available for an extra cost.

OUIGO PLUS for just €9 more (free for children under 12)

Choose and reserve your seat
1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
A piece of additional or XL luggage
OUIFUN (Wi-Fi pack and entertainment portal)
Other services are available for an extra cost.

Intercités

Travel from Calais to Nice on an INTERCITÉS train, the classic long-distance trains, and choose from one of two classes.

2^nd Class

Comfy seats
Space to store your luggage

1^st Class

Wider, more comfy, reclining seats with extra legroom
Individual power socket
Space to store your luggage

What on-board services are available on the Calais to Nice train?

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Calais to Nice route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

TER

Free dedicated bike area

You can take your bike on board trains for free and with no reservation required (subject to available space)
PRM access

TER works every day to ensure the best possible experience for passengers with reduced mobility
Refundable up to the day before departure

All TER tickets are refundable until the day before your trip.
Plenty of space for your luggage

Bring your luggage on board without any size or weight limits.

TGV INOUI

Hold a ticket

Book your tickets at a guaranteed price for a limited time. You're free to complete your purchase whenever you've made your decision.
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Travel in comfort

Renovated trainsets, electrical sockets, a bar... You'll enjoy a wonderful journey on board our train.
Travel connected

Free access to wifi and extensive services on the Wifi portal, such as the online order at the Bistro.
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Travel in first class

With rows of 3 seats instead of 4, extra legroom, and wider seat cushions and backrests, First Class is designed for your comfort and peace of mind.
Travel with a staff that takes care of you

At your service, attentive, ... Our team ensures your well-being and offers you exclusive services.
Space for your luggage

In each coach, luggage storage is provided to facilitate your on-board installation. For your bulky baggage, take advantage of the home delivery option.
Travel with your bike

Do not want to bike to your destination? Just click on" more criteria "and select" I'm traveling with my bike "when booking. You can take your bike for only €10!
Nursury space for baby's

Especially designed for people with young children, the nursery area allows you to enjoy a changing table and bottles can be heated by TGV bar car.
Travel with your pet

Book the train ticket at the same time as yours, by clicking on the "more criteria" button then on "Travel with your pet", then select the number of animals and their size.
Your office at 300 km/h

On certain trains, you have free access to a space to work, this space is located between two cars of 2nd class. It allows you to work on a table with an electric socket and to have more space.
To travel further

Before your departure, or once arrived at the platform, our exclusive services allow you to continue your journey to your final destination: My rental Avis, My Driver, My Luggage.
A gourmet break?

We are waiting for you at the Bistro, a redesigned, more user-friendly space, with a menu of dishes prepared by chefs, vegetarian products, organic products and the best of the local producers.
New gestures

Our baristas and cleaners ensure your well-being throughout your trip. For our Business PREMIÈRE customers, press and a drink are offered at the platform.
Don't queue at the Bistro

Log in to the Wifi portal and let yourself be guided to order online. You can then pick them up at the Bistro without queuing.
A world of services via the portal

Make your life easier with connected services on our trains from the Wifi portal: follow your journey, consut the remaining time or access content and games that will make you forget about the time.

OUIGO

Exchange your tickets

You can now change your travel dates, times, or routes directly from the "Tickets" section. If you’ve selected any additional options, they will be retained during the exchange.
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Children’s tickets at a fixed rate

Children under 12 travel for €8 on OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains and for €5 on OUIGO Train Classique.
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Pet

The pet fare for your OUIGO journeys is €10, whether your pet weighs more or less than 6 kg.
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Luggage

Got an extra or oversized bag? Add the Baggage Option for just €5 when purchasing your ticket.
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Text message

Take the SMS option for only €1 and you'll be informed of any disturbance during your trip
Seat with electric socket

Stay connected ! For only 2€ more you enjoy a seat with an electric socket
Quiet place

For €5 extra, you can reserve a seat in an quiet, adults only area with an electric socket
Stroller

Remember to check the option with the purchase of your ticket and travel without any hassle with your young children

Intercités

Travel connected

You can now connect easily and free to the Internet on board of your INTERCITÉS train on the line Paris - Clermont-Ferrand and Paris - Limoges - Toulouse.
For gourmands

Order our catering offer with local, high quelity products online, they will be served at your seat on board.
For families

Find squares with 6 places, a nursery area and play areas for children!
In case of delays

With Garantie G30, I have a guarantee in case of a 30 minutes delay, no matter the reason.
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Private space for the night

Privatize your own 1st class compartment (4 berths) or 2nd class (6 berths).
Night space for woman

You can reserve your place for free in the compartment reserved for women during your overnight train trips by ticking "Space ladies only" when booking online.
Room for your suitcases,

In each coach, luggage storage is provided to facilitate your on-board installation. For your bulky baggage, take advantage of the home delivery option.
Showers at the station

Need to freshen up? If you're traveling in First Class on a night train, you can enjoy shower facilities upon arrival at Paris-Austerlitz and Toulouse-Matabiau stations!

Which stations does the train from Calais to Nice depart from and arrive at?

Find information on the location of departure and arrival stations, how to get there and a selective overview of destinations served.

Calais

Calais station is a railway station located in the Hauts-de-France region. It is the city's most important station, a few hundred metres from its historic centre. It handles nearly 1.2 million passengers a year.

The site has a fully equipped passenger building open every day. Classified "Accès Plus", the station has facilities and services that make it easier to welcome people with reduced mobility. A covered footbridge provides access to the platforms.

How do I get to Calais-Ville station?

The station has the advantage of being part of a very well-served transport interchange. You can get there by bus on the Imag'in network. The Balad'in shuttle, which links the city centre to the port of Calais, also stops at the station. You can also use a bicycle park, a secure shelter for two-wheelers and a large car park.

What are the main destinations from Calais-Ville station?

Calais station offers passengers plenty of choice. You can take the TGV INOUI to Paris via Lille and Arras. The journey to the capital takes around 2 hours, and the connection to Lille just 40 minutes. TER Hauts-de-France trains serve many destinations, including towns such as Amiens, Étaples, Boulogne, Hazebrouck and Dunkirk. TER Hauts-de-France trains also link Calais-Ville station to Paris Gare du Nord.

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Nice-Ville

Nice-Ville station is a railway station located in the Thiers district, not far from Nice city centre. It is the city's main station, used by more than 6 million passengers a year.

There are several places to see around the station while you wait for your train. You can admire the Basilica of Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption, with its two 30-metre-high square towers and its large rose window. Children can enjoy the play areas in Square Raimu, very close to the station. With its beautiful façades and many shops and restaurants, Avenue Jean Médecin is the city's main shopping street, less than 10 minutes' walk from the station.

Getting to Nice-Ville station

Nice station can be reached by public transport on the Nice Côte d'Azur urban community network. Tram line 1 stops nearby at Gare Thiers, around 200 metres away. Several bus lines also go right up to the station forecourt to make your journey easier.

Main connections from Nice-Ville station

The station offers both long-distance trains (TGV INOUI and OUIGO) and INTERCITÉS night trains. For regional services, various TER Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur trains regularly serve the station.

With seven tracks and four platforms, Nice station offers TGV services to Paris, Lyon, Strasbourg and Nancy. INTERCITÉS night sleeper trains to Paris-Austerlitz are also available. The TER Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur network offers many regional journeys from Nice, including to Antibes, Cannes, Toulon and Marseille.

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Nice Saint-Augustin

Nice Saint-Augustin station is a railway station located in the Alpes-Maritimes department, in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. It has a very convenient location thanks to its proximity to Nice airport and Nice-Ville station, while also offering fast connections to major cities such as Cannes and Toulon.

With two platforms and two tracks, the station was inaugurated in its new form in September 2022. Built of wood with a large pergola, the station is unusual in that it can be completely dismantled so that it can be integrated in 2028 into the multimodal hub created around the future Nice-Aéroport station (which will also handle TGV trains).

How do I get to Nice St-Augustin station?

The station is easy to reach: you can get there directly on tram lines T2 and T3, as well as on several Lignes d'Azur bus lines that stop at "Grand Arénas".

What are the main destinations from Nice St-Augustin station?

The station is served daily by TER PACA trains for many journeys. It is a key hub on the TER PACA network. Many services are available, with journeys to Cannes, Antibes, Carnolès, Menton, Monaco, Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, Beaulieu-sur-Mer, Toulon, Les Arcs - Draguignan and Saint-Raphaël.

The new Nice Côte d'Azur airport bus station, around ten minutes' walk from Nice Saint-Augustin station, lets you travel in France and Europe with the connections offered by Flixbus.

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Calais to Nice train schedule for Wednesday 28 October 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
6h 07m	15h 04m	8h 57m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
6h 07m Calais - Frethun TER 44400 6h 40m Lille Europe Connection: 32 min 7h 12m Lille Flandres TGV INOUI 7006 8h 17m Paris Nord Connection: 53 min 9h 10m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6173 12h 14m Marseille Saint-Charles 13h 10m Toulon 14h 07m Saint-Raphael Valescure 14h 32m Cannes 14h 44m Antibes 15h 04m Nice
6h 40m	16h 06m	9h 26m	TGV INOUI	Booking
6h 40m Calais - Frethun TGV INOUI 7508 7h 13m Lille Europe 8h 01m Arras 9h 01m Paris Nord Connection: 1h09 10h 10m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6175 13h 14m Marseille Saint-Charles 14h 10m Toulon 14h 52m Les Arcs - Draguignan 15h 32m Cannes 15h 45m Antibes 16h 06m Nice
8h 07m	17h 05m	8h 58m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
8h 07m Calais - Frethun TER 44404 8h 35m Lille Europe Connection: 37 min 9h 12m Lille Flandres TGV INOUI 7020 10h 17m Paris Nord Connection: 1h05 11h 22m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6165 14h 01m Avignon Tgv 15h 10m Toulon 16h 07m Saint-Raphael Valescure 16h 32m Cannes 16h 44m Antibes 17h 05m Nice
10h 07m	19h 29m	9h 22m	TER, OUIGO	Booking
10h 07m Calais - Frethun TER 7516 10h 35m Lille Europe Connection: 58 min 11h 33m Lille Flandres OUIGO 7841 12h 31m Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv 12h 46m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy 14h 33m Lyon Saint-Exupery Tgv 15h 27m Avignon Tgv 15h 49m Aix-En-Provence Tgv 16h 08m Marseille Saint-Charles Connection: 49 min 16h 57m Marseille Saint-Charles TER 17489 17h 40m Toulon 18h 22m Les Arcs - Draguignan 18h 37m Saint-Raphael Valescure 19h 01m Cannes 19h 16m Antibes 19h 29m Nice Saint-Augustin
10h 07m	20h 04m	9h 57m	TGV INOUI	Booking
10h 07m Calais - Frethun TGV INOUI 7516 10h 35m Lille Europe 11h 14m Arras 12h 08m Paris Nord Connection: 2h02 14h 10m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6177 17h 14m Marseille Saint-Charles 18h 10m Toulon 19h 07m Saint-Raphael Valescure 19h 32m Cannes 19h 44m Antibes 20h 04m Nice
10h 38m	21h 35m	10h 57m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
10h 38m Calais Ville TER 16352 11h 02m Boulogne-Sur-Mer 11h 19m Etaples - Le Touquet 11h 27m Rang-Du-Fliers - Verton - Berck 11h 38m Rue 11h 45m Noyelles-Sur-Mer 11h 54m Abbeville 12h 20m Amiens 12h 27m Longueau 13h 36m Paris Nord Connection: 1h02 14h 38m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6115 17h 17m Avignon Tgv 17h 41m Aix-En-Provence Tgv 17h 57m Marseille Saint-Charles Connection: 1h00 18h 57m Marseille Saint-Charles TER 17493 19h 40m Toulon 20h 06m Carnoules 20h 27m Les Arcs - Draguignan 20h 43m Saint-Raphael Valescure 21h 08m Cannes 21h 22m Antibes 21h 35m Nice Saint-Augustin
12h 27m	22h 13m	9h 46m	TGV INOUI, OUIGO	Booking
12h 27m Calais - Frethun TGV INOUI 7520 12h 55m Lille Europe 13h 20m Douai 13h 37m Arras 14h 32m Paris Nord Connection: 1h38 16h 10m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 OUIGO 7853 18h 23m Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud 20h 11m Toulon 20h 52m Les Arcs - Draguignan 21h 32m Cannes 21h 47m Antibes 22h 13m Nice
17h 15m	9h 09m	15h 54m	TGV INOUI, Intercités	Booking
17h 15m Calais - Frethun TGV INOUI 7534 17h 45m Lille Europe 18h 14m Arras 19h 08m Paris Nord Connection: 1h49 20h 57m Paris Austerlitz Intercités 5781 6h 33m Marseille Blancarde 7h 12m Toulon 7h 52m Les Arcs - Draguignan 8h 08m Saint-Raphael Valescure 8h 33m Cannes 8h 44m Antibes 9h 09m Nice
18h 07m	9h 09m	15h 02m	TER, TGV INOUI, Intercités	Booking
18h 07m Calais - Frethun TER 44408 18h 35m Lille Europe Connection: 17 min 18h 52m Lille Europe TGV INOUI 7238 19h 16m Arras 20h 08m Paris Nord Connection: 49 min 20h 57m Paris Austerlitz Intercités 5781 6h 33m Marseille Blancarde 7h 12m Toulon 7h 52m Les Arcs - Draguignan 8h 08m Saint-Raphael Valescure 8h 33m Cannes 8h 44m Antibes 9h 09m Nice

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TER

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TER

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TER

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Calais

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