Nice to Calais train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Nice to Calais take around 8 hours and 19 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 903 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Nice is scheduled to depart at around  01:07. The last departure is usually at around 20:05. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 28 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 2 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €86.89.

We think any time is a great time to visit Calais, 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 Calais.

Is there a direct train from Nice to Calais?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Nice to Calais 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 Nice to Calais?

The Nice to Calais train travel takes about 8 hours and 19 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Nice to Calais train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Calais leaving Nice at around 01:07 and the last train leaving at around 20:05. This is the same at the weekend.