Train Pau Nice

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Information about the Pau to Nice train

Travel by train from Pau to Nice. 10 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Pau at 5h 59m and the last at 19h 47m, allowing you to cover the 875 km distance in as little as 9h 32m.

Number routes per day

Average route time

12h 06m

Shortest route time

9h 32m

First hour of departure

5h 59m

Last hour of departure

19h 47m

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

By booking your train ticket early, you will benefit from advantageous fares. By being flexible with the date and time of departure, you can save on the price of your tickets. Stay informed of good deals by creating an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

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

The train journey between Pau and Nice takes 12h 06m on average.

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

The minimum time to travel by train between Pau and Nice is 9h 32m.

How many trains run from Pau to Nice each day?

Every day, 10 trains complete the Pau to Nice journey.

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

You will find at least one Connecting train(s) service between Pau and Nice.

What is the distance between Pau and Nice by train?

Trains running between Pau and Nice cover a distance of around 875 km.

What time is the first train from Pau to Nice?

Each day, the first train leaves Pau for Nice at 5h 59m.

What time is the last train from Pau to Nice?

If you want to take your time, you can take the last train at 19h 47m.

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

The trains listed on this page depart from: PAU.

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

The trains on this page terminate at: NICE.

Which train companies operate trains from Pau to Nice?

Journeys from Pau to Nice are operated by TER, Intercités, TGV INOUI, OUIGO.

What services are offered on board?

With OUIGO, choose between the OUIGO ESSENTIEL or OUIGO PLUS fare. The OUIGO ESSENTIEL offer includes one piece of hand luggage and one cabin bag. For 9 euros extra, the OUIGO PLUS offer also includes an additional or XL bag, seat selection (solo, standard, with or without a power socket), OUIFI and OUIFUN.

Onboard INTERCITÉS, you can enjoy lunch service without leaving your seat, with different meal options to satisfy your taste buds.

If you travel on TGV INOUI with young children, enjoy the nursery area and its changing table. You can also warm bottles 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 Pau to Nice?

The price of a Pau – 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 Pau 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 Pau to Nice.

Price of a Pau – Nice Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from Pau to Nice, we recommend exploring the many options available on SNCF Connect: SNCF cards and subscriptions (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions), Prem's tickets, (TGV INOUI, INTERCITÉS), & Interrail Pass.
Some discounts only apply when you book a return journey from Pau to Nice with your discount card or subscription.
Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Pau to Nice at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Pau – Nice

Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Pau to Nice? Keep an eye out all year round. The latest deals and flash sales are listed on our dedicated SNCF Connect Promotions page. Feel free to subscribe to our newsletter in your customer account to stay informed about upcoming offers and enjoy our low prices. If you have the app, remember to enable notifications, as well.

Last-minute Pau – Nice Train

On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute Pau 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 Pau to Nice and alternative routes

Some services may be operated by direct trains as well as trains with connections. Likewise, different rail operators may provide all or part of a journey with different offers. To get a cheap ticket, we recommend checking the best prices shown after a search on SNCF Connect. A direct train does not necessarily guarantee the cheapest fare for Pau - Nice. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.

Which companies operate the train from Pau to Nice?

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

TER

Travel from Pau 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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Intercités

INTERCITÉS will allow you to discover numerous destinations in France. Travel from Pau 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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TGV INOUI

With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Pau to Nice on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Pau 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 Pau 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 Pau to Nice in advance!

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

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

TER

Travel from Pau 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.

Intercités

Travel from Pau 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

TGV INOUI

Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Pau 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 Pau 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.

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

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Pau 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.

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!

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

Pau to Nice train schedule for Friday 21 August 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
5h 59m	15h 38m	9h 39m	TER, Intercités	Booking
5h 59m Pau TER 72730 6h 10m Coarraze - Nay 6h 26m Lourdes 6h 42m Tarbes 6h 55m Tournay 7h 05m Capvern 7h 10m Lannemezan 7h 23m Montrejeau - Gourdan-Polignan 7h 31m Saint-Gaudens 7h 46m Boussens 8h 11m Muret 8h 22m Saint-Agne 8h 29m Toulouse Matabiau Connection: 13 min 8h 42m Toulouse Matabiau Intercités 4655 9h 26m Carcassonne 9h 57m Narbonne 10h 14m Beziers 10h 54m Montpellier Saint-Roch 11h 23m Nimes Centre 12h 36m Marseille Saint-Charles Connection: 21 min 12h 57m Marseille Saint-Charles TER 17481 13h 41m Toulon 14h 21m Les Arcs - Draguignan 14h 37m Saint-Raphael Valescure 15h 02m Cannes 15h 17m Antibes 15h 30m Nice Saint-Augustin 15h 38m Nice
7h 25m	19h 03m	11h 38m	TGV INOUI	Booking
7h 25m Pau TGV INOUI 8560 7h 46m Orthez 8h 15m Dax 9h 40m Bordeaux Saint-Jean 11h 55m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 Connection: 1h21 13h 16m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6167 15h 52m Avignon Tgv 17h 08m Toulon 18h 05m Saint-Raphael Valescure 18h 32m Cannes 18h 44m Antibes 19h 03m Nice
8h 11m	18h 38m	10h 27m	Intercités, TER	Booking
8h 11m Pau Intercités 14140 8h 36m Lourdes 8h 54m Tarbes 9h 36m Saint-Gaudens 10h 26m Toulouse Matabiau Connection: 17 min 10h 43m Toulouse Matabiau Intercités 4657 11h 26m Carcassonne 11h 58m Narbonne 12h 35m Sete 12h 53m Montpellier Saint-Roch 13h 22m Nimes Centre 13h 50m Arles 14h 44m Marseille Saint-Charles Connection: 1h13 15h 57m Marseille Saint-Charles TER 17487 16h 40m Toulon 17h 22m Les Arcs - Draguignan 17h 37m Saint-Raphael Valescure 18h 03m Cannes 18h 17m Antibes 18h 30m Nice Saint-Augustin 18h 38m Nice
9h 59m	19h 37m	9h 38m	TER, Intercités	Booking
9h 59m Pau TER 72734 10h 10m Coarraze - Nay 10h 26m Lourdes 10h 43m Tarbes 10h 56m Tournay 11h 06m Capvern 11h 12m Lannemezan 11h 24m Montrejeau - Gourdan-Polignan 11h 33m Saint-Gaudens 11h 47m Boussens 12h 12m Muret 12h 22m Saint-Agne 12h 29m Toulouse Matabiau Connection: 13 min 12h 42m Toulouse Matabiau Intercités 4659 13h 26m Carcassonne 13h 58m Narbonne 14h 14m Beziers 14h 54m Montpellier Saint-Roch 15h 24m Nimes Centre 16h 37m Marseille Saint-Charles Connection: 20 min 16h 57m Marseille Saint-Charles TER 17489 17h 40m Toulon 18h 22m Les Arcs - Draguignan 18h 37m Saint-Raphael Valescure 19h 02m Cannes 19h 17m Antibes 19h 30m Nice Saint-Augustin 19h 37m Nice
11h 24m	23h 04m	11h 40m	TGV INOUI	Booking
11h 24m Pau TGV INOUI 8580 12h 15m Dax 13h 42m Bordeaux Saint-Jean 16h 03m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 Connection: 1h19 17h 22m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6181 20h 17m Aix-En-Provence Tgv 21h 09m Toulon 22h 02m Saint-Raphael Valescure 22h 27m Cannes 22h 39m Antibes 23h 04m Nice
12h 11m	21h 43m	9h 32m	Intercités, TER	Booking
12h 11m Pau Intercités 14142 12h 36m Lourdes 12h 54m Tarbes 13h 30m Montrejeau - Gourdan-Polignan 14h 26m Toulouse Matabiau Connection: 19 min 14h 45m Toulouse Matabiau Intercités 4661 15h 27m Carcassonne 15h 58m Narbonne 16h 14m Beziers 16h 54m Montpellier Saint-Roch 17h 22m Nimes Centre 17h 50m Arles 18h 37m Marseille Saint-Charles Connection: 20 min 18h 57m Marseille Saint-Charles TER 17493 19h 40m Toulon 20h 05m Carnoules 20h 26m Les Arcs - Draguignan 20h 43m Saint-Raphael Valescure 21h 10m Cannes 21h 21m Antibes 21h 36m Nice Saint-Augustin 21h 43m Nice
12h 57m	23h 33m	10h 36m	TER, Intercités	Booking
12h 57m Pau TER 72736 13h 08m Coarraze - Nay 13h 24m Lourdes 13h 40m Tarbes 13h 53m Tournay 14h 07m Lannemezan 14h 19m Montrejeau - Gourdan-Polignan 14h 27m Saint-Gaudens 14h 42m Boussens 14h 49m Cazeres-Sur-Garonne 14h 58m Carbonne 15h 11m Muret 15h 22m Saint-Agne 15h 29m Toulouse Matabiau Connection: 1h15 16h 44m Toulouse Matabiau Intercités 4663 17h 26m Carcassonne 17h 57m Narbonne 18h 14m Beziers 18h 54m Montpellier Saint-Roch 19h 23m Nimes Centre 20h 36m Marseille Saint-Charles Connection: 21 min 20h 57m Marseille Saint-Charles TER 17497 21h 40m Toulon 22h 02m Carnoules 22h 21m Les Arcs - Draguignan 22h 36m Saint-Raphael Valescure 23h 01m Cannes 23h 12m Antibes 23h 26m Nice Saint-Augustin 23h 33m Nice
13h 19m	0h 43m	11h 24m	TGV INOUI	Booking
13h 19m Pau TGV INOUI 8582 13h 42m Orthez 14h 14m Dax 15h 40m Bordeaux Saint-Jean 17h 56m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 Connection: 1h14 19h 10m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6187 21h 47m Avignon Tgv 22h 54m Toulon 23h 46m Saint-Raphael Valescure 0h 12m Cannes 0h 24m Antibes 0h 43m Nice
15h 14m	9h 09m	17h 55m	TER, TGV INOUI, Intercités	Booking
15h 14m Pau TER 67249 15h 25m Artix 15h 37m Orthez 15h 47m Puyoo 16h 06m Dax Connection: 13 min 16h 19m Dax TGV INOUI 8542 17h 39m Bordeaux Saint-Jean 20h 04m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 Connection: 1h21 21h 25m Paris Austerlitz Intercités 5781 6h 33m Marseille Blancarde 7h 12m Toulon 7h 50m Les Arcs - Draguignan 8h 07m Saint-Raphael Valescure 8h 31m Cannes 8h 43m Antibes 9h 09m Nice
19h 47m	14h 10m	18h 23m	Intercités, OUIGO	Booking
19h 47m Pau Intercités 3740 20h 09m Orthez 20h 56m Bayonne 21h 13m Saint-Vincent-De-Tyrosse 21h 32m Dax 22h 29m Biganos Facture 5h 53m Les Aubrais 7h 03m Paris Austerlitz Connection: 1h19 8h 22m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 OUIGO 7851 11h 17m Aix-En-Provence Tgv 12h 10m Toulon 13h 02m Saint-Raphael Valescure 13h 28m Cannes 13h 41m Antibes 14h 10m Nice

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