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How to get from Nice to Versailles

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FASTEST
1h 25min
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From
45€
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Distance
691 km
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Checked offer from Nice to Versailles: Flight, about 1h 25min, from €45. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 12, 2026): Transavia France, EasyJet Europe, EasyJet; main departure point: Nice Airport.

Distance: 691 km. Data updated on .

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Flight
1h 25min – 1h 30min
45 – 66 €
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🚌 Departure from Nice
📍Departure is from Nice Côte d'Azur airport, west of the city centre. The exact terminal appears on your e-ticket: check it before leaving and bring valid ID for check-in.
🚇From central Nice, the tram serves the airport and is the simplest option. An urban bus, taxi or ride-hailing car are also possible, especially early in the morning or with a lot of luggage.
⏰Flights generally leave several times a day, but schedules vary by date. Check the booking page to see the departures available on the day you want.
💸 Transport from 45€ per person
⚡ Fastest: 1h 25min
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Companies selling this route on 12Go

Offers listed on 12Go on November 12, 2026 for a departure on December 3, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.

CompanyModeDeparts fromFromOffers
EasyJet Flight Nice Airport €45 9
EasyJet Europe Flight Nice Airport €48 16
Transavia France Flight Nice Airport €49 24
Air Algerie Flight Nice Airport €143 1
Air Corsica Flight Nice Airport €346 3
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver Van / transfer €1371 1
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Practical tips

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Compare dates before paying

Flight prices change a lot from one day to the next. Test several dates and times before booking: moving your departure by a single day can make a real difference to the final fare.

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Check the arrival airport

Versailles has no airport, so you land in the Paris region. Read the arrival airport name on your booking before paying, so you know how to reach Versailles afterwards.

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Factor in the final leg

The real cost of the trip includes the link between the airport and Versailles. Add that public transport or taxi fare to your budget before comparing with another mode of transport.

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Check included baggage

A low headline fare may include only a small hand bag. If you travel with a suitcase, check the baggage conditions before confirming, so you don't pay a surprise fee at the airport.

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Keep a safety margin on departure day

Get to Nice airport with plenty of time for check-in and security. Also keep your e-ticket saved on your phone, downloaded in advance, in case the network is weak.

The journey experience

Between Nice and Versailles, the question comes up right away: bus, train or plane? On this route, the verified option is the plane, which saves you a long day of travel from one end of the country to the other. You leave the French Riviera and reach the Paris region, with Versailles as your final destination.

The flight lands you in the Paris region, since Versailles has no airport. You travel seated, without having to change stations in the middle of a city, with a cabin or checked bag depending on the fare you choose. Check-in is online and your e-ticket arrives right after booking. For the last leg, you then continue to Versailles by public transport or taxi.

Our advice: compare several dates before booking, as fares vary with how early you buy. Check the arrival airport shown on your ticket and keep some margin for the final connection to Versailles, especially in the evening. With these habits, you avoid going to the wrong place and travel with peace of mind.

Frequently asked questions — Nice → Versailles

Why visit Versailles?

  • ✓ Walk through the Hall of Mirrors and the Grand Apartments of the Palace of Versailles
  • ✓ Stroll the gardens designed by André Le Nôtre and catch the Musical Fountains Show or the Night Fountains Shows
  • ✓ Visit the Grand Trianon, the Petit Trianon and Marie-Antoinette's Hamlet, her private countryside retreat
  • ✓ Explore the Estate by rowboat on the Grand Canal or by bike, with rentals available on site
  • ✓ Soak up the atmosphere of the Notre-Dame market and Saint-Louis district, with historic market halls and local restaurants
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Recommended stay
1 to 2 nights — one day for the palace, another for the gardens and Trianon

When to visit Versailles?

TEMPERATE OCEANIC CLIMATE

April to October — gardens in bloom, long days and fountains running during the scheduled shows

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What to do in Versailles?

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Palace of Versailles and Hall of Mirrors
Louis XIV's residence is open Tuesday to Sunday, 9am-6:30pm in summer (5:30pm in winter). Passport from 32€ (palace, gardens and estates). Book a timed slot online and arrive at 9am: queues build fast, especially on Tuesdays, the busiest day of the week.
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Gardens and Musical Fountains Show
The gardens designed by Le Nôtre are free on weekdays outside special events. From April to October, the Musical Fountains Show runs on weekends, from about 10€. Rent a rowboat on the Grand Canal for a quiet break away from the crowds, and wear comfortable shoes.
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Marie-Antoinette's Estate and Hamlet
The Petit Trianon, Grand Trianon and Queen's Hamlet form a quieter estate, a 25-minute walk from the palace. Entry with the Passport, or from 12€ alone. A little tourist train serves the site for about 8€. Visit in the afternoon, once the tour groups have left.
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Equestrian Show at the Royal Stables
Bartabas's equestrian academy stages dressage performances set to music in the Grande Écurie, opposite the palace. Tickets from about 30€, booking required. Weekend shows fill up early: reserve several weeks ahead to get a good view.
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Notre-Dame Market and Covered Halls
This historic market runs Tuesday, Friday and Sunday mornings, with cheeses, cured meats and seasonal produce in 18th-century halls. Put together a picnic for around 10€ and eat it in the gardens. Come before 11am for the best selection; Sunday is the liveliest.
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Saint-Louis Cathedral and Its Neighborhood
An 18th-century baroque cathedral with free entry and a remarkable organ. Then wander the Saint-Louis quarter, with its cobbled streets, antique dealers and the Carré à la Farine. Antique shops mostly open Thursday to Sunday: a good place to find affordable pieces.
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The King's Kitchen Garden
Designed by La Quintinie for Louis XIV, this 9-hectare kitchen garden is still cultivated today. Generally open April to October, entry from 8€. The trained fruit trees and heirloom vegetable varieties are superb. The shop sells garden produce, ideal for an edible souvenir.
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Cycling Through the Versailles Parkland
Rent a bike from 8€ an hour near the Grand Canal to explore wooded paths away from the palace crowds. Continue to the Clagny pond or the Marly forest. Go late in the day for golden light, and bring water: shade is scarce along the main avenues.

How long to visit Versailles?

1 to 2 days

Allow a full day to see the palace, the Hall of Mirrors and the gardens without rushing. With only half a day, focus on the State Apartments and the gardens, book your timed ticket online and arrive at opening. With two days, add the Trianon Estate, the Queen's Hamlet and the Musical Fountains Show (summer weekends).

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