The average train between Lugano and Nice Airport (NCE) takes 9h 41m and the fastest train takes 7h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Lugano to Nice Airport (NCE). The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Lugano and Nice Airport (NCE). The earliest departure is at 7:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lugano is at 9:02 PM which arrives into Nice Airport (NCE) at 12:20 PM. All services require a transfer at Milano Centrale and take an average of 9h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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13h 21m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Lugano to Nice Airport (NCE)? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Nice Airport (NCE). However, there are services departing from Lugano station and arriving at Saint-Laurent-du-Var station via Milano Centrale station and Ventimiglia station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 41m.
Lugano to Nice Airport (NCE) train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Lugano station.
Lugano to Nice Airport (NCE) train services, operated by ZOU!, arrive at Saint-Laurent-du-Var station.
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The distance between Lugano and Nice Airport (NCE) is 295.6 km. The road distance is 398 km.
You can take a train from Lugano to Saint-Laurent-du-Var via Milano Centrale and Ventimiglia in around 7h 20m.