What is the cheapest way to get from Nice to Carcassonne?

The cheapest way to get from Nice to Carcassonne is to rideshare which costs €31 and takes 5h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nice to Carcassonne?

The fastest way to get from Nice to Carcassonne is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Nice and Carcassonne?

No, there is no direct bus from Nice to Carcassonne. However, there are services departing from Nice and arriving at Carcassonne via Montpellier. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Nice and Carcassonne?

No, there is no direct train from Nice to Carcassonne. However, there are services departing from Nice Ville and arriving at Carcassonne via Marseille St Charles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

How far is it from Nice to Carcassonne?

The distance between Nice and Carcassonne is 555 km. The road distance is 469.6 km.

How do I travel from Nice to Carcassonne without a car?

The best way to get from Nice to Carcassonne without a car is to train which takes 6h 41m and costs €50 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Nice to Carcassonne?

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Nice to Carcassonne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nice to Carcassonne bus from?

Nice to Carcassonne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nice station.

Where do I catch the Nice to Carcassonne train from?

Nice to Carcassonne train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Nice Ville station.

Train or bus from Nice to Carcassonne?

The best way to get from Nice to Carcassonne is to train which takes 6h 41m and costs €50 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €50 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Nice to Carcassonne bus arrive?

Nice to Carcassonne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Montpellier station.

Where does the Nice to Carcassonne train arrive?

Nice to Carcassonne train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Marseille St Charles station.

Can I drive from Nice to Carcassonne?

Yes, the driving distance between Nice to Carcassonne is 470 km. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Nice to Carcassonne.

How do I get a train ticket from Nice to Carcassonne?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Nice to Carcassonne?

Book your Nice to Carcassonne bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Carcassonne?

There are 1381+ hotels available in Carcassonne.

Can I share a ride from Nice to Carcassonne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Nice and Carcassonne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Nice to Carcassonne - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane

There are 8 ways to get from Nice to Carcassonne by train (TGV), bus, car, plane, train, rideshare, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Nice Ville to Marseille St Charlestrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Marseille St Charles to Carcassonnetrain Intercités
6h 41m
€53–105
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nice to Montpellierbus 482
2. Take the bus from Montpellier to Carcassonnebus 718
8h 15m
€28–48
Drive 469.6 km
1. Drive from Nice to Carcassonnecar 469.6 km
4h 27m
€72–104
Fly Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport, train
1. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)plane NCE - TLS
2. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Carcassonnetrain
4h 45m
€52–203
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Nice Airport Bus Station Terminal 1 to Beziers Boulevard de Verdunbus FlixBus
2. Take the train from Beziers to Carcassonnetrain Intercités / ...
11h 31m
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Nice to Carcassonnerideshare 469.5 km
5h 35m
€31
Fly Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport to Castres–Mazamet Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Castres–Mazamet Airport (DCM)plane NCE - DCM
2. Take the taxi from Castres–Mazamet Airport (DCM) to Carcassonnetaxi
6h 30m
€164–384
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport, train
1. Take the train from Nice Ville to Marseille St Charlestrain
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)plane MRS - TLS
3. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Carcassonnetrain
7h 5m
€109–261

Nice to Carcassonne by train

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6h 41mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Nice to Carcassonne.

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Distance: 554.9 km
Duration: 6h 41m

What companies run services between Nice, France and Carcassonne, France?

You can take a train from Nice Ville to Carcassonne via Marseille St Charles in around 6h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nice to Carcassonne via Montpellier in around 8h 15m.

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