What is the cheapest way to get from Swiss Alps to French Riviera?

The cheapest way to get from Swiss Alps to French Riviera is to train which costs €75 - €120 and takes 14h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swiss Alps to French Riviera?

The fastest way to get from Swiss Alps to French Riviera is to drive which takes 5h 55m and costs €100 - €150.

Is there a direct train between Swiss Alps and French Riviera?

No, there is no direct train from Swiss Alps to French Riviera. However, there are services departing from Airolo and arriving at Saint-Raphaël Valescure via Gallarate, Ventimiglia and Monaco-Monte-Carlo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 23m.

How far is it from Swiss Alps to French Riviera?

The distance between Swiss Alps and French Riviera is 594 km. The road distance is 566.5 km.

How do I travel from Swiss Alps to French Riviera without a car?

The best way to get from Swiss Alps to French Riviera without a car is to train which takes 14h 23m and costs €75 - €120.

How long does it take to get from Swiss Alps to French Riviera?

It takes approximately 14h 23m to get from Swiss Alps to French Riviera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swiss Alps to French Riviera train from?

Swiss Alps to French Riviera train services, operated by Trenord, depart from Airolo station.

Where does the Swiss Alps to French Riviera train arrive?

Swiss Alps to French Riviera train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Gallarate station.

Can I drive from Swiss Alps to French Riviera?

Yes, the driving distance between Swiss Alps to French Riviera is 567 km. It takes approximately 5h 55m to drive from Swiss Alps to French Riviera.

Where can I stay near French Riviera?

There are 7354+ hotels available in French Riviera.

Swiss Alps to French Riviera - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Swiss Alps to French Riviera by train (Trenitalia), train, bus, car, plane, or train (Trenitalia, TGV)

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1. Take the train from Airolo to Gallaratetrain S50
2. Take the train from Gallarate to Ventimigliatrain
3. Take the train from Monaco-Monte-Carlo to Saint-Raphaël Valescuretrain C13
14h 23m
€78–114
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Airolo to Basel SBBtrain Ir26
2. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Fréjus - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
20h 37m
€123–200
Drive 566.5 km
1. Drive from Swiss Alps to French Rivieracar 566.5 km
5h 55m
€101–146
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Airolo to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE)plane ZRH - NCE
3. Take the train from Saint-Laurent-du-Var to Saint-Raphaël Valescuretrain
10h 6m
€149–359
Train via Geneva
1. Take the train from Andermatt to Brig Bahnhofplatztrain R43 / ...
2. Take the train from Brig to Genèvetrain Ec / ...
3. Take the train from Geneve to Marseille St Charlestrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Marseille St Charles to St Raphael Valescuretrain Tgv
14h 28m
€207–405

Swiss Alps to French Riviera by bus and train

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14h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 594.4 km
Duration: 14h 23m

What companies run services between Swiss Alps, Canton Ticino, Switzerland and French Riviera, France?

You can take a bus from Gotthard Passhöhe to Les Heures Claires via Airolo, Stazione, Airolo, Gallarate, Ventimiglia, Monaco-Monte-Carlo, Saint-Raphaël Valescure, and Gare Routière in around 14h 23m.

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