There are 5 ways to get from Nice to Riomaggiore by train, 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.
Cheapest
Bus, train
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Take the bus from Nice - Airport T2 to Genoa - Via Fanti d'Italia
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Take the train from Genova Brignole to Riomaggiore
Bus
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Take the bus from Nice to Genoa
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Take the bus from Genoa to La Spezia
Train via Savona
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Take the train from Ventimiglia to Savona
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Take the train from Savona to Sestri Levante
Drive
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Drive from Nice to Riomaggiore
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- Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of France
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- There are no current restrictions
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- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
- FFP2 masks are required on all public transport
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Riomaggiore is 1500.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Riomaggiore is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Riomaggiore is 1.5 metres.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Nice to Riomaggiore is to bus and train which costs €16 - €27 and takes 7h 42m.
The quickest way to get from Nice to Riomaggiore is to drive which costs €55 - €80 and takes 3h 29m.
No, there is no direct train from Nice to Riomaggiore. However, there are services departing from Nice Ville and arriving at Riomaggiore via Ventimiglia and La Spezia Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.
The distance between Nice and Riomaggiore is 203 km. The road distance is 311 km.
The best way to get from Nice to Riomaggiore without a car is to train which takes 5h 48m and costs €21 - €45.
It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Nice to Riomaggiore, including transfers.
Nice to Riomaggiore train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Ventimiglia station.
The best way to get from Nice to Riomaggiore is to train which takes 5h 48m and costs €21 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €29 and takes 6h 42m.
Nice to Riomaggiore train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at La Spezia Centrale station.
Yes, the driving distance between Nice to Riomaggiore is 311 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Nice to Riomaggiore.
- Distance: 202.9 km
- Duration: 5h 48m
What companies run services between Nice, France and Riomaggiore, Italy?
Trenitalia Intercity operates a train from Ventimiglia to La Spezia Centrale once daily. Tickets cost €14 - €21 and the journey takes 3h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nice to Riomaggiore via Genoa, La Spezia - Instituto Cardarelli, La Spezia - Stazione FS, and La Spezia Centrale in around 6h 42m.
Trenitalia’s Intercity (IC) trains are slower than the high-speed Frecce trains but are still a good way to travel between major cities and towns, with routes including Rome to Naples, Venice to Bologna and Milan to Genoa. Tickets usually open for booking 90 days ahead of travel, and you’ll need make a seat reservation before boarding. All IC trains have 1st and 2nd class carriages as well as a bar buffet car, air conditioning and power sockets. InterCity trains that run at night are called InterCity Notte (ICN).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Ventimiglia to La Spezia Centrale
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 28m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €14 - €21
- Website
- Trenitalia Intercity
- 2nd Class
- €14 - €21
Train from Ventimiglia to Savona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 21m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €7 - €11
- Website
- Trenitalia Intercity
- 2nd Class
- €7 - €11
Train from Savona to Sestri Levante
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 31m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €6 - €10
- Website
- Trenitalia Intercity
- 2nd Class
- €6 - €10
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Genova Brignole to Riomaggiore
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 13m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- €5 - €12
- Website
- Trenitalia
- 1st Class
- €10 - €12
Train from Ventimiglia to Savona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 57m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €7 - €15
- Website
- Trenitalia
- 1st Class
- €13 - €15
Train from Savona to Sestri Levante
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 35m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €6 - €13
- Website
- Trenitalia
- 1st Class
- €11 - €13
Frequently asked questions
Trenitalia’s high-speed Frecce trains run on specialised tracks and have a greater level of service and comfort than InterCity and regional trains. There are three types of Frecce trains: Frecciarossa, (the fastest; connects major Italian cities); Frecciargento (mostly connect Rome to other Italian cities); and Frecciabianca (the slowest Frecce trains). Frecciarossa trains offer four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Standard, Premium, Business and Executive. All Frecce tickets include a seat reservation and must be purchased before boarding the train.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Ventimiglia to Savona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 21m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €11 - €50
- Website
- Trenitalia Frecce
- Super Economy
- €11 - €16
- Base Standard
- €26 - €35
- Base Premium
- €30 - €50
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Nice to Genoa
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 40m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €11 - €14
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Genoa to La Spezia
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €8 - €10
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
- Phone
- +39 06 88 93 82 32
- Website
- itabus.it
Bus from Genoa Via Fanti D'Italia to La Spezia Giosue Carducci
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 29m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Website
- Itabus
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Nice - Airport T2 to Genoa - Via Fanti d'Italia
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 45m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €10 - €13
- Website
- Blablabus
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