There are 8 ways to get from Nice to Valencia by plane, train, bus, rideshare 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.
Recommended option
Fly from Nice
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Fly from Nice (NCE) to Valencia (VLC)
Cheapest option
Rideshare
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Take the rideshare from Nice to Valence
6 alternative options
Train to Marseille, fly
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Take the train from Nice Ville to Marseille St Charles
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Fly from Marseille (MRS) to Valencia (VLC)
Train
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Take the train from Nice Ville to Marseille St Charles
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Take the train from Marseille St Charles to Barcelona-Sants
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Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Valencia Joaquin Sorolla
Train via Valencia-Estacio Del Nord
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Take the train from Nice Ville to Marseille St Charles
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Take the train from Marseille St Charles to Barcelona-Sants
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Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Valencia-Estacio Del Nord
Bus via Marseille
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Take the bus from Nice - Airport T2 to Marseille - St-Charles Bus station
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Take the bus from Marseille to Valencia
Bus
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Take the bus from Niza to Valencia
Drive
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Drive from Nice to Valencia
Nice to Valencia by train
The train journey time between Nice and Valencia is around 11h 58m and covers a distance of around 1116 km. This includes an average layover time of around 2h. Operated by TGV inOui, SNCF, Renfe SNCF and others, the Nice to Valencia train service departs from Nice Ville and arrives in Valencia Joaquin Sorolla. Typically seven trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
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The national COVID-19 helpline number in Valencia is 112.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Valencia is mandatory.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Nice to Valencia is to rideshare which costs €24 and takes 11h 26m.
The quickest way to get from Nice to Valencia is to fly which costs €55 - €240 and takes 4h 32m.
No, there is no direct bus from Nice to Valencia. However, there are services departing from Massenet and arriving at Valencia via Niza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 49m.
No, there is no direct train from Nice to Valencia. However, there are services departing from Nice Ville and arriving at Valencia Joaquin Sorolla via Marseille St Charles and Barcelona-Sants. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 58m.
The distance between Nice and Valencia is 790 km. The road distance is 1003.5 km.
The best way to get from Nice to Valencia without a car is to train which takes 11h 58m and costs €100 - €160.
It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Nice to Valencia, including transfers.
Nice to Valencia bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Niza station.
Nice to Valencia train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Nice Ville station.
The best way to get from Nice to Valencia is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs €55 - €240. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €100 - €160 and takes 11h 58m, you could also bus via Marseille, which costs €45 - €65 and takes 16h 58m.
- Distance: 790.5 km
- Duration: 4h 32m
What companies run services between Nice, France and Valencia, Spain?
Iberia, easyJet and Swiss fly from Nice to Valencia twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Nice to Valencia via Marseille St Charles and Barcelona-Sants in around 11h 58m.
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Marseille to Valencia
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €18 - €200
Flights from Marseille to Valencia via Palma Mallorca
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 55m
- When
- Thursday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €18 - €200
Flights from Marseille to Valencia via Mahon
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 30m
- When
- Thursday
- Estimated price
- €18 - €200
- Website
- iberia.com
Flights from Nice to Valencia
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 40m
- When
- Wednesday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €100 - €480
Flights from Nice to Valencia via Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €100 - €480
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Nice to Valencia via Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 50m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- €110 - €550
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Nice to Valencia via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 10m
- When
- Monday to Saturday
- Estimated price
- €150 - €480
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- sncf-connect.com
Train from Nice Ville to Marseille St Charles
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 39m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €45 - €55
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €45 - €55
- 1st Class
- €45 - €55
France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 9 70 60 99 70
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Nice Ville to Marseille St Charles
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 43m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €27 - €55
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €27 - €40
- Rail 1st Class
- €35 - €55
- Phone
- +34 902 320 320
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com
Train from Marseille St Charles to Barcelona-Sants
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 32m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €50 - €75
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com
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Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Valencia Joaquin Sorolla
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 47m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €24 - €30
- Website
- Renfe Viajeros
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Valencia-Estacio Del Nord
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 35m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €23 - €29
- Website
- Renfe Viajeros
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 Marseille - St-Charles Bus station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 15m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €10 - €13
- Website
- Blablabus
- Phone
- 02/989 0000
- Website
- union-ivkoni.com
Bus from Nice Airport Arrivals Terminal 2 to Marseille Saint Charles Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 30m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- €6 - €9
- Website
- Union Ivkoni
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 Marseille to Valencia
- Ave. Duration
- 12h 35m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €40 - €50
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 902 42 22 42
- alsa@alsa.es
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Niza to Valencia
- Ave. Duration
- 17h 31m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €75 - €110
- Website
- ALSA
Blablacar is a popular ridesharing platform with 70 million users over 22 (mostly European) countries. The basic idea is that you carpool with locals who are already planning to drive your route and have space in their car. With some flexibility, you’ll get to your destination often faster and cheaper than other means. On the website or app, enter your departure and arrival points and your date of travel, sift through the profiles of drivers who’ve posted pre-planned drives and find one whose timing and preferences match yours. Request to join the ride, wait to be accepted, and pay your share of the set price.
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Contact Details
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Nice to Valence
- Ave. Duration
- 11h 26m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €24
- Book at
- blablacar.co.uk
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The quickest flight from Nice Airport to Valencia Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 40m.
Nice to Valencia bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Valencia station.
Nice to Valencia train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Valencia Joaquin Sorolla station.
Yes, the driving distance between Nice to Valencia is 1004 km. It takes approximately 9h 23m to drive from Nice to Valencia.
easyJet, Swiss and Iberia offer flights from Nice Airport to Valencia Airport.
There are 254+ hotels available in Valencia. Prices start at €100 per night.
The best way to get from Nice to Nice Airport is to tram which takes 27 min and costs €2.