Coastal Night train · SNCF Intercités de Nuit
Paris to Nice night train
Everything you need to plan the Paris–Nice sleeper: operators, cabins, times, prices and rail-pass rules.
Duration
11h 44m
Frequency
Daily
Departure
21:25
Arrival
09:09
Distance
930 km
night
1 night onboard
Check availability 
From €29
From €29 We link to the operator — we never mark up the fare.
Cabins & typical prices
Couchette From €29
Why take this train
SNCF's flagship domestic night train, historically nicknamed 'Le Train Bleu'- Runs daily year-round from Paris Austerlitz
- Stops at Marseille, Toulon and Cannes en route to Nice
- One of Europe's cheapest overnight sleeper fares, from €29
- Budget alternative to the TGV or flying to the Riviera
Rail passes & reservations
EurailPartial
InterrailPartial
Reservation requiredYes
Reservation compulsory with limited pass-holder allocation per train.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Paris to Nice night train take?
The journey takes about 11h 44m, travelling overnight so you arrive the next morning.
How much does the Paris–Nice sleeper cost?
Fares start from around €29 and rise with demand and cabin type. Booking early gets the lowest prices.
Is the Paris to Nice train covered by Eurail or Interrail?
Partly — pass holders travel but pay a compulsory reservation and cabin supplement.
What cabin types are available?
You can choose from Seat, Couchette. A reservation for your berth is reservation required.
Berlin 
~15h
European Sleeper
