The average train between Salzburg and Nice takes 22h 27m and the fastest train takes 16h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Salzburg to Nice. 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 3 times a day between Salzburg and Nice. The earliest departure is at 8:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Salzburg is at 9:56 PM which arrives into Nice at 10:31 PM. All services require a transfer at Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 22h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Salzburg to Nice? 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 Salzburg to Nice. However, there are services departing from Salzburg station and arriving at Nice station via Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 27m.
Salzburg to Nice train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Salzburg Hbf station.
Salzburg to Nice train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Ventimiglia station.
Book your Salzburg to Nice train tickets online with Railjet, ÖBB and 5 other operators.
The distance between Salzburg and Nice is 638.7 km. The road distance is 923 km.
You can take a train from Salzburg Hbf to Nice-Ville via Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, Brennero - Brenner, Verona Porta Nuova, Milano Centrale, and Ventimiglia in around 14h 20m.