The cheapest and fastest trains from Nice to Zurich
Cheapest price
€193
Average price
€244
Fastest journey
9 h 56 m
Average duration
10 h 18 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
419 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nice to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Zurich will cost around €244 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €193.
It's difficult to get from Nice to Zurich without transferring at least once.
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9223+
1748012:30 PM9h56Nice Saint-Augustin10:26 PMZurich HB€1931One-way2 transfers
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92199:58 AM10h28Nice-Ville8:26 PMZurich HB€2481One-way1 transfer
6176+
922311:57 AM10h29Nice-Ville10:26 PMZurich HB€2911One-way1 transfer
12182+
9223+
1748012:30 PM9h56Nice Saint-Augustin10:26 PMZurich HB€1931One-way2 transfers
6174+
92199:58 AM10h28Nice-Ville8:26 PMZurich HB€2481One-way1 transfer
6176+
922311:57 AM10h29Nice-Ville10:26 PMZurich HB€2911One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Nice to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nice to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €83.
Distance: 419 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€205 Average price | €47 Average price Cheapest | €157 Average price |
10h 42m Average total duration 10h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 55m Average total duration 9h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nice to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Zurich trains for today, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6174+ 9219 | 9:58 AM Nice-Ville | 10h28 | 8:26 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
6176+ 9223 | 11:57 AM Nice-Ville | 10h29 | 10:26 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
17480+ 9896+ 9223 | 12:30 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 9h56 | 10:26 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
5772+ 9211 | 7:00 PM Nice-Ville | 19h26 | 2:26 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nice to Zurich
Trains from Nice to Zurich run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €90 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 19:13. The fastest train covers the 419 km distance in 7h 17m.
Distance 419 km |
Average train duration 10h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €90 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 17m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 7:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Intercity, Regionale, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Nice to Zurich trainsTrenitalia, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Intercity, Regionale, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Nice and Zurich from €13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Trenitalia
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Intercity
Regionale
SNCF | Intercités de nuit
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Nice to Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice to Zurich 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 Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nice to Zurich
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
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