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Why waste time with lengthy check-ins and long airport waits when you could be enjoying one of the most scenic train rides in all of Europe? You can travel on Trenitalia and SNCF trains from Milan to Nice in less than five hours, admiring lots of amazing scenery along the way.
Upon arriving at the heart of the French Riviera, you'll step out in the centre of the city, mere minutes from iconic landmarks like the world-famous Promenade des Anglais, as well as some of the best seafood restaurants in all of France.
Ready to book? Start a search for cheap train tickets from Milan to Nice Ville in our Journey Planner at the top of the page, or keep reading for timetables and FAQs about the journey.
First train | 07:10 | |
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Last train | 21:10 | |
Departure station | Milan | |
Arrival station | Nice Ville | |
Journey time | From 4h 56m | |
Distance | 154 miles (248 km) | |
Frequency | 11 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Price | From £24.71 | |
Train and bus operators | ALSA, BlaBlaCar Bus, Flixbus, Trenitalia |
Trenitalia is the national railway company of Italy, with a fleet including high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca), Intercity and Intercity night trains and regional trains. Trenitalia offers discounts and special promotions on selected routes, two types of discounted tickets for young people under 30 and people over 60.
Trenitalia's Intercity trains run on standard lines outside the high-speed network, offering more than 90 trains a day that guarantee long and medium distance connections, ensuring wide coverage of the rail network. All Intercity trains are modern and comfortable with plenty of seats, retractable tables, power sockets, air conditioning, courtesy lights and plenty of luggage space. Intercity Night trains allow you to travel overnight in cabins with beds, berths or seating.
Travel in Second Class Easy and enjoy seats with fold-down tables, power sockets and a bar carriage in the middle of the train.
In addition to all the amenities in Second Class Easy, you'll get to enjoy more spacious seats and legroom in First Class Plus.
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What food and drink is available? | You can get snacks and drinks from the vending machines available in coach 3. Gluten-free and lactose-free options are available too. |
What onboard entertainment is available? | At the moment, Intercity trains do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, you can make use of your internet data, as well as charge your devices thanks to the power sockets that are available at your seat. |
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What special assistance is available? | If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60 which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232 which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply). |
What else do I need to know? | Air-conditioning is available on all Intercity trains. |
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