How fast is the TGV train from Nice to Paris?

Discover France's famous “City of Light” by traveling from Nice to Paris by train! SNCF's ultra-smooth TGV high-speed trains are among the fastest in the world, capable of whisking you from the Mediterranean coast of France to its capital city in less than 6 hours' time.



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There is no difference in the on-board service as no food or drink is included in 1st class on most French domestic TGVs. 1st class is just nicer seating, with the option of solo seats or a face to face table for two.

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Good to Know As it's the final hour of the journey which contains most of the scenic highlights when travelling by train from Paris to Nice, there are some wonderful coastal views to be enjoyed from the right-hand side of the train.

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Direct high-speed trains link Paris and Nice. Several TGV Duplex trains leave Paris each day for Nice and other cities on the French Riviera.

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The fastest way to reach Nice from Paris is by plane, with flights taking an hour and a half and an overall door-to-door travel time of under four hours. Direct high-speed trains link the cities in just under six hours and require fewer steps and connections than flying.

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The TGV is a high-speed train that operates all over France and beyond. Travel from romantic Paris to the shores of the Mediterranean or the vineyards of the Loire Valley. Visit cities such as Bordeaux, Lyon and Marseille or catch a movie in world-famous Cannes.

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By Train. While a little slower than flying, traveling to Nice via train is straightforward and direct, offering a scenic entrance along the Côte d'Azur. The fastest option is the direct high-speed TGV, which departs Paris Gare de Lyon and arrives at Nice Ville station in just under 6 hours.

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Train TGV inOUI Paris - Nice The good news is that all TGV INOUI trains from Paris to Nice provide a comfortable journey, with plenty of legroom, headrests, Wi-Fi (on certain services) and power sockets at every seat.

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For travel on TGV INOUI or TGV France-Italy trains There is no weight limit for your luggage, but you must be able to carry your bags and suitcases by yourself*. On TGV INOUI trains: Your cabin luggage or other compact bags should be stowed under your seat, at your feet, or in the overhead compartment above your seat.

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