Car Rental in Nice

Nice-Ville train station is the Riviera's most important railway hub and offers 13 rental companies – an excellent selection for train travelers. The station is centrally located in Nice, 1.5 km from Promenade des Anglais. From here you can easily pick up a car and explore the entire region.

From the train station, it's a 15-minute walk to the sea and a 5-minute drive to Vieux-Nice. Monaco is 30 km to the east (about 30 min via A8) and Grasse, the city of perfumes, 40 km to the northwest (about 45 min via A8). With 13 rental companies on site, there's plenty of choice – still, book in advance during July and August.

The station has limited parking; pick up your car quickly and move on. Choose a rental company with an office directly in the station building for the smoothest pickup. How many car rental companies are there at Nice train station?

There are 13 rental companies, making Nice-Ville one of France's best-equipped train station locations. How long does it take to drive from Nice train station to Grasse? Grasse is about 40 km to the northwest, approximately 45 minutes via A8 and D6085.

Can I return the car at the airport if I rented it at the train station? Yes, most rental companies offer one-way rentals to Nice airport, 7 km away, for a possible additional fee.

We compare prices from all major providers at Nice Train Station so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.