The average train between Zürich HB and Nice takes 12h 11m and the fastest train takes 9h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Zürich HB 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 4 times a day between Zürich HB and Nice. The earliest departure is at 6:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zürich HB is at 7:33 PM which arrives into Nice at 12:07 PM. All services require a transfer at Como S. Giovanni and take an average of 12h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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9h 40m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Zürich HB 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 Zürich HB to Nice. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB station and arriving at Ventimiglia station via Como S. Giovanni station and Milano Centrale station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 11m.
Zürich HB to Nice train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.
Zürich HB to Nice train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Ventimiglia station.
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The distance between Zürich HB and Nice is 420.5 km. The road distance is 590 km.
You can take a vehicle from Zürich HB to Nice-Ville via Zürich HB, Como S. Giovanni, Milano Centrale, and Ventimiglia in around 9h 52m.