Marseille to Nice by train
Nice lies 159 km (99 mi) east of Marseille, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 58 min at the speeds typical of France rail, over roughly 193 km (120 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Marseille | Nice | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | France | France |
| Population | 877,215 | 342,669 |
| Elevation | 28 m (92 ft) | 18 m (59 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Nice-Ville railway station, Nice-Saint-Augustin, Nice CP Station |
| Postal codes | 13000–13942 CEDEX 20 | 06000–06833 CEDEX 9 |
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Common questions
How far is Nice from Marseille?
159 km (99 mi) in a straight line, east of Marseille; by road roughly 193 km (120 mi).
How long does it take to get from Marseille to Nice by train?
About 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Marseille and Nice?
No, both are on Europe/Paris at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.