Car Rental at Nice Train Station - Uncover the French Riviera

Nice, is the fifth largest city in France and a major port city. Being located on the French Riviera, southeastern France - makes this city one of the most sought-after cities to visit in the country. Visitors can expect a city full of architecture, culture and great cuisine. From the Romantic Old Town to the Promenade des Anglais - you can expect a pleasant atmosphere and a vibrant nightlife. Those seeking a quieter and more cultural experience, plenty of museums and art galleries await. A popular option is the Marc Chagall Museum. Here visitors can view many of the artist's works on display.

Nice Central Train Station is conveniently located within the city. Established in 1862, this train station now has seven railway tracks and provides regional, national and international rail services. Cannes, Marseille and Genoa in Italy can all be easily reached via train. Due to its ideal rail connections, many local, national and international car rental suppliers are present here. This endless choice makes a car rental at Nice Train Station the perfect starting point for exploring the city.

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Station information

Nice Central Train Station was opened in 1862 but has since been renovated into the modern train station you see today. The Marseille-Ventimiglia railway line runs through this train station, which provides excellent links to other French cities, and international links. Amsterdam, Geneva and even Genoa can easily be reached. However, it wasn’t until 2010 that services to Warsaw, Minsk, Vienna and Moscow via the Riviera Express started to operate.

Those wishing to reach international destinations can expect up to 40 daily trains running between Nice and Ventimiglia. This train station is owned and run by SNCF. Constructed in the Louis-Treize Style, it also links to France’s capital city - Paris. Located in the Thiers District of Nice, in 1928 Nice Central Train Station became a junction train station.

Nice Central Train Station
Address: Avenue Thiers, BP 1463, 06008 Nice Cedex 1
Telephone: There is no direct phone service to Nice Central Train Station. Instead, those wishing to obtain information must call the SNCF national number 36 35 on a local phone.

Where to pick up my car rental at Nice Train Station

Car rental desks are located within the train terminal building or around the train station itself. It is recommended that you check your car supplier location before arriving to pick-up your car rental at Nice Train Station. Likewise, make sure you have ready your identification, driving licence (International Driving Licence, if required), car rental voucher and a valid credit card under the main driver’s name. No digital credit cards are accepted, nor debit cards or cash for deposit purposes. Make sure the credit card has enough funds to allow for a security deposit amount as stated in your terms and conditions to be held on it.

	Avis at Nice-Ville Train Station 12 Av. Thiers Nice, France 06008 +33 4 89 01 50 75	Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 8am-1pm & 2pm-7pm, Sun 8am-1pm
	Europcar at Nice-Ville Train Station 12 Av. Thiers Nice, France 06008 +33 8 25 82 90 21	Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 8:30am-12pm & 1pm-5:30pm (Sun Closed)
	Hertz at Nice-Ville Train Station 12 Av. Thiers Nice, France 06008 +33 4 97 03 01 20	Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 8am-1pm & 2pm-7pm, Sun 8:30am-12:30pm
	Sixt at Nice-Ville Train Station 12 Av. Thiers Nice, France 06008 +33 8 20 00 74 98	Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 8:30am-6pm, Sun 1pm-6pm

Station Facilities

This train station has excellent rail connections and is located perfectly in Nice for an easy onward journey. Numerous trains run daily from Nice across the region, nationally and internationally. Along with SNCF trains, TGV high-speed trains are present. These provide fast links to Paris, Lyon, Montpellier, Toulouse and even Milan in Italy. Inside its main terminal, visitors can benefit from many services. Luggage lockers, a lost & found office, information desk, travel assistance desk for those with mobility issues, ATM machines, ticket office, currency exchange, various restrooms and plenty of shops.

Food wise, visitors have access to Carrefour Express, various vending machines, a bar, coffee houses, eateries and numerous restaurants both inside the terminal and adjacent to the train station. TER Sud provides tickets for those looking to travel locally and explore not only Nice but its suburbs. Wi-Fi is provided for free within the main terminal building, it does however not cover the platforms.

How to get to and from Nice Train Station

Nice Central Train Station has excellent connections throughout the city for those looking to start their Nice adventure. Its prestigious location in the Thiers District means that many city services are connected to the train station. Only 200 meters and within easy walking distance is the Thiers Gare Tram stop. However, you can also easily walk to the city center in as little as 10-minutes.

Nice has a modern, well-maintained and efficient tram and bus network that allows passengers to easily explore the city. From Nice Train Station an express bus service also connects passengers easily to the Nice International Airport. Line 2 metro is only 3.2 kms away and provides a fast service around Nice. For those who decide to book a car rental at Nice Train Station, Cannes can be reached in as little as 40-minutes.

Parking tips

Parking in Nice like in all major cities has its challenges - although not impossible. By renting a car at Nice Train Station, you’re not too far from the heart of the city, with numerous accommodation options. On-street parking is permitted in Nice, but some areas are reserved for residents or are provided on a pay for basis - especially near the beach and old town. Many neighbourhoods only allow parking on one side of the road. Nice Central Train Station has an underground car park with over 600 parking spaces. It is open 24-hours per day and has easy access to the station.

The process of parking on only one side of the street is complex. From the 1st - 15th of each month, the side of the street you may park on changes. During this period, you can only park on the street with odd numbers. On the 16th of each month, this changes, and you can only park on the street with even numbers. City car parks allow you to park for up to one hour for free. When parking on the street, make sure you adhere to any parking signs and restrictions. A solid yellow curb line means that no stopping is permitted. Dotted yellow lines means that parking is allowed.

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