Nice to Ashford by train

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Overview: trains from Nice to Ashford

Find the key information for travelling by train from Nice to Ashford, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 01:33 View journey
Last train 20:05 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 9hr 3m View journey
Distance (km) 957
Trains / day 18 View all
Cheapest journey €177.81 View journey
Avg journey time 10hr 45m
Train operators 7

Taking the train from Nice to Ashford

So you’re considering going from Nice to Ashford by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train cost from Nice to Ashford

Ready to book tickets from Nice to Ashford? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Nice and Ashford typically run €177.69.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 9 months in advance.

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Nice to Ashford departure timetable

On this route, 18 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Nice at 01:33 and the last leaving at 20:05 during the week.

For weekend travel to Ashford, the earliest departure is at 06:18 and the last one is at 20:05. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 4 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Nice and Ashford

The route’s fastest journey takes 9 hours and 3 minutes, covering a total of 957 kilometres.

When do tickets between Nice and Ashford go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Nice and Ashford 9 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Additional information on train travel from Nice to Ashford

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Ashford city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Nice to Ashford

Want to know more about your journey from Nice to Ashford? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Nice and Ashford by train is 957 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.