The cheapest and fastest trains from Nice to Geneva
Cheapest price
€149
Average price
€165
Fastest journey
7 h 2 m
Average duration
7 h 20 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
292 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nice to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Geneva will cost around €165 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €149.
It's difficult to get from Nice to Geneva without transferring at least once.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Nice to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nice to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a train costs an average of €70.
Distance: 292 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€156 Average price | €121 Average price | €53 Average price Cheapest |
8h 39m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 56m Average total duration 8h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nice to Geneva train times
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Geneva trains for today, Thursday, December 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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17480+ 9896+ 96522 | On time 11:33 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 8h02 | 7:35 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
6866+ 96530 | On time 2:12 PM Nice-Ville | 7h26 | 9:38 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
5772+ 9763 | On time 6:00 PM Nice-Ville | 16h29 | 10:29 AM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, December 12 | |||||
17472+ 5066+ 96514 | On time 7:25 AM Nice-Ville | 8h10 | 3:35 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
17472+ 5386+ 96518 | On time 7:25 AM Nice-Ville | 10h10 | 5:35 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
17472+ 9868+ 96520 | On time 7:25 AM Nice-Ville | 11h10 | 6:35 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
17472+ 5066+ 96514 | On time 7:33 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 8h02 | 3:35 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
17474+ 2096+ 96522 | On time 8:25 AM Nice-Ville | 11h10 | 7:35 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
17474+ 5386+ 96518 | On time 8:25 AM Nice-Ville | 9h10 | 5:35 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
17474+ 9868+ 96520 | On time 8:25 AM Nice-Ville | 10h10 | 6:35 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
6174 · 5386+ 96518 | On time 8:59 AM Nice-Ville | 8h36 | 5:35 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
6174 · 2096+ 96522 | On time 8:59 AM Nice-Ville | 10h36 | 7:35 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
6174 · 9868+ 96520 | On time 8:59 AM Nice-Ville | 9h36 | 6:35 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
17476+ 2096+ 96522 | On time 9:25 AM Nice-Ville | 10h10 | 7:35 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
17476+ 9868+ 96520 | On time 9:25 AM Nice-Ville | 9h10 | 6:35 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
17476+ 5386+ 96518 | On time 9:25 AM Nice-Ville | 8h10 | 5:35 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
17478+ 5386+ 96518 | On time 10:25 AM Nice-Ville | 7h10 | 5:35 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
17478+ 2096+ 96522 | On time 10:25 AM Nice-Ville | 9h10 | 7:35 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
17478+ 9868+ 96520 | On time 10:25 AM Nice-Ville | 8h10 | 6:35 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
17478+ 5386+ 96518 | On time 10:33 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 7h02 | 5:35 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
6176 · 6866+ 96530 | On time 10:59 AM Nice-Ville | 10h39 | 9:38 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
6176 · 2096+ 96522 | On time 10:59 AM Nice-Ville | 8h36 | 7:35 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
6176 · 9868+ 96520 | On time 10:59 AM Nice-Ville | 7h36 | 6:35 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
17480+ 2096+ 96522 | On time 11:24 AM Nice-Ville | 8h11 | 7:35 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
17480+ 6866+ 96530 | On time 11:24 AM Nice-Ville | 10h14 | 9:38 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nice to Geneva
Trains from Nice to Geneva run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €70 but you can travel from only €31 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 19:13. The fastest train covers the 292 km distance in 7h 2m.
Distance 292 km |
Average train duration 8h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €70 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 2m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 19:13 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, ZOU!, SNCF Intercités de nuit from Nice to Geneva trainsSNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, ZOU!, SNCF Intercités de nuit trains will get you between Nice and Geneva from €31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Nice to Geneva
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice to Geneva by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nice to Geneva
- Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station.
- Agora
- PAUL
- Sushi Side
- Factory Donuts
- Deli & Cia
- Level access from the entrance to the station, barrier-free toilets, magnetic induction loops. Assistance offered by Accès Plus to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, located in the central hall.
- Hotel Trocadero
- Ibis Nice Centre Gare
- Hotel Belle Meuniere
- Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30
- Located in the station main hall.
- Bus lines: Ligne d'Azur
- Tram lines: 1
- Train lines: TGV, OUIGO, Intercités, TER PACA 3, TER PACA 4, TER PACA 5, TER PACA 6, Russian Railways
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station with several public parking options.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.80
- 118 places, 50 covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a simple layout with two main platforms for regional trains.
- Tramway: Line 2, Line 3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional trains to Nice Central Station
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Restaurant Le Millésime
- La Roustide
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Apogia Nice
- Ibis Styles Nice Vieux Port
- 200 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tramway: Line 1 nearby
- 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de Montbrillant.
- Le Bistrot de Charlotte
- Les Brasseurs
- La Matze Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Warwick Geneva
- Hotel Cornavin
- ibis Styles Genève Gare
- Cost CHF 10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 532 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to France, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 14, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
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