The average train between Pau and Nice takes 12h 35m and the fastest train takes 9h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Pau to Nice. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Pau and Nice. The earliest departure is at 5:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pau is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Nice at 1:40 PM. All services require a transfer at Toulouse Matabiau and take an average of 12h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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9h 32m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Pau to Nice? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Pau to Nice. However, there are services departing from Pau station and arriving at Nice-Ville station via Toulouse Matabiau station and Marseille St Charles station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 35m.
Pau to Nice train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Pau station.
Pau to Nice train services, operated by Zou! Lignes Express Régionales, arrive at Nice-Ville station.
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The distance between Pau and Nice is 616 km. The road distance is 730 km.
You can take a train from Pau to Nice-Ville via Toulouse Matabiau, Marseille St Charles, and Marseille-Saint-Charles in around 10h 52m.