Madrid to Nice train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Madrid to Nice by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Madrid to Nice take around 10 hours and 30 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 976 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Madrid is scheduled to depart at around  05:50. The last departure is usually at around 21:30 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Madrid at around 06:20, with the last train leaving at around 21:30. On average, there are about 3 trains per day travelling between the two cities.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €252.79.

We think any time is a great time to visit Nice, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Nice.

Is there a direct train from Madrid to Nice?

The journey between Madrid and Nice usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Madrid to Nice every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Madrid to Nice?

The Madrid to Nice train travel takes about 10 hours and 30 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Madrid to Nice train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Nice leaving Madrid at around 05:50 and the last train leaving at around 21:30 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Madrid at around 06:20, with the final departure at 21:30.