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

The cheapest way to get from Nice to Istres is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nice to Istres is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Nice and Istres?

No, there is no direct bus from Nice to Istres. However, there are services departing from Nice and arriving at Gare Istres via Gare St Charles and Pem Mtg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Nice and Istres?

No, there is no direct train from Nice to Istres. However, there are services departing from Nice Ville and arriving at Istres via Marseille St Charles and Miramas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Nice to Istres?

The distance between Nice and Istres is 287 km. The road distance is 221.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Nice to Istres without a car is to train via Miramas which takes 4h 39m and costs €50 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Nice to Istres, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nice to Istres bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Nice to Istres train from?

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

Train or bus from Nice to Istres?

The best way to get from Nice to Istres is to train via Miramas which takes 4h 39m and costs €50 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Nice to Istres bus arrive?

Nice to Istres bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles station.

Where does the Nice to Istres train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nice to Istres?

Yes, the driving distance between Nice to Istres is 221 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Nice to Istres.

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

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Where can I stay near Istres?

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Nice to Istres - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Nice to Istres by train (TGV), bus, or car

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

Train via Miramas
best
1. Take the train from Nice Ville to Marseille St CharlesTgv
2. Take the train from Marseille St Charles to MiramasTer
4h 39m
€51–63
Drive 221.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nice to Istres221.2 km
2h 22m
€34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nice to Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles482 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gare St Charles to Pôle d'EchangeL034
5h 23m
Train
1. Take the train from Nice Ville to Marseille St CharlesTgv
2. Take the train from Marseille St Charles to IstresTer
4h 54m
€46–60
Bus via Nice - Airport Bus Station Terminal 1
1. Take the bus from Nice - Airport Bus Station Terminal 1 to Marseille - Saint-Charles Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Gare St Charles to Pôle d'EchangeL034
5h 58m

Nice to Istres by train

38Weekly Trains

4h 39mAverage Duration

€51Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 286.5 km
Duration: 4h 39m

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

You can take a train from Nice Ville to Istres via Marseille St Charles and Miramas in around 4h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nice to Gare Istres via Gare St Charles, Pôle d'Echange, and Pem Mtg in around 5h 23m.

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