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Musée Matisse
Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, showing paintings, drawings and personal objects in a villa in Cimiez.
Cheapest price on 10 Oct
£108
Average ticket price on 10 Oct
£133
Fastest journey on 10 Oct
7 h 21 m
Average journey duration on 10 Oct
7 h 46 m
Trains on 10 Oct
9
Distance
419 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Nice will cost around £133 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £108.
To travel from Zurich to Nice you need to make at least one change.
EuroCity 301+
Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3376
EuroCity 123+
Intercity 689
EuroCity 13+
Intercity 637
EuroCity 21+
Intercity 675
EuroCity 19+
Intercity 641
EuroCity 13+
Intercity 637
EuroCity 19+
Intercity 641
EuroCity 21+
Intercity 675
EuroCity 123+
Intercity 685 · Intercity 518
EuroCity 123+
Intercity 689Trains from Zurich to Nice run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 19:13. The fastest train covers the 419 km distance in 6h 58m.
Distance 419 km |
Average train duration 9h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 58m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 19:13 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 84 days |
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Nice trains for tomorrow, Saturday 10 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9206+ 9877+ 17487 | 6:59 Zurich HB | 11h30 | 18:29 Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 13+ Intercity 637 | 7:33 Zurich HB | 7h21 | 14:54 Ventimiglia station | 1 change | |
9206+ 9877+ 17487 | 7:34 Zurich HB | 10h57 | 18:31 Nice Saint-Augustin | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 301+ Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3376 | 8:33 Zurich HB | 9h29 | 18:02 Ventimiglia station | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 15+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale Veloce 3376 | 9:33 Zurich HB | 8h29 | 18:02 Ventimiglia station | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 19+ Intercity 641 | 11:33 Zurich HB | 7h26 | 18:59 Ventimiglia station | 1 change | |
EuroCity 21+ Intercity 675 | 13:33 Zurich HB | 7h29 | 21:02 Ventimiglia station | 1 change | |
EuroCity 123+ Intercity 689 | 15:33 Zurich HB | 8h29 | 0:02 Ventimiglia station | 1 change | |
EuroCity 123+ Intercity 685 · Intercity 518 | 15:33 Zurich HB | 8h06 | 23:39 Ventimiglia station | 2 changes | |
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Museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, showing paintings, drawings and personal objects in a villa in Cimiez.
Major collection of works by Marc Chagall, especially his Biblical Message cycle, in a purpose-built museum.
Museum of modern and contemporary art with strong twentieth-century collections and rooftop terraces near Place Garibaldi.
Famous seafront promenade for walking, cycling and beach views, lined with palms and Belle Époque façades.
Historic old town of narrow lanes, baroque churches, markets and lively squares, ideal for wandering on foot.
Grand square between the old town and modern centre, known for arcades, sculptures and evening illumination.
Thin chickpea flour pancake baked in a wood oven with olive oil and pepper. A signature Niçoise street food with Ligurian roots.
Salad of raw seasonal vegetables, tomatoes, olives, anchovies, tuna and egg. It is the classic dish most associated with Nice.
Small round tart filled with onions, anchovies and olives. A traditional Niçoise snack often sold in bakeries and markets.
Elegant dining room serving refined Mediterranean cuisine with sea views on the Promenade des Anglais. Good for a more polished meal.
Traditional Niçoise restaurant in the old town known for local classics such as petits farcis and stockfish in a warm, rustic setting.
Lively institution near Cours Saleya famous for socca, petits farcis and other Niçoise staples in a busy, old-school dining room.
Nice is pricier than many French cities, with higher hotel and seafront dining costs, though buses, trams and simple local eateries help keep daily spending manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
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Nice-Ville -> Place Masséna, Nice
The most popular day trips by train from Nice are Cannes, Antibes, Monaco - Monte-Carlo, Menton and Villefranche-sur-Mer. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Nice on Omio.

Cannes is a refined Riviera city on the Côte d’Azur, known for the Cannes Film Festival and the seafront promenade of La Croisette. Behind its polished image, Le Suquet and local markets add an older, more lived-in character.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 20m.

Antibes is known for its walled old town, superyacht harbour and the Picasso Museum in the Château Grimaldi. It mixes Riviera polish with a lived-in historic centre and beaches.
There are 33 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 11m.

Monaco - Monte-Carlo is known for its grand casino, luxury hotels and Formula 1 glamour on the Riviera. Its steep streets, Belle Époque buildings and sea views give the district a polished but vivid character.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 16m.

Menton is a French Riviera town by the Italian border, known for its mild climate, lemons and Belle Époque charm. Its pastel old town rises above the sea, giving it a quieter, more traditional feel than many nearby resorts.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 27m.

Villefranche-sur-Mer is a small Riviera town known for its deep harbour, pastel old town and curved bay. Set between Nice and Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, it feels relaxed and scenic, with steep lanes, a historic citadel and a seafront shaped by local life.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:48.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Nice 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 Nice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Nice trains use the Zürich HB to Ventimiglia Stazione station pair, with some services arriving at Nice Ville. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Nice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Zürich Stadelhofen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Outback Lodge, Tibits
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Opera Zurich, Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich, Hotel Seehof.
Nice Ville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Agora, PAUL, Sushi Side, Factory Donuts, Deli & Cia
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located on the forecourt of the station, on the right when exiting the station hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30. Information desks are located in the station main hall.
Available at Nice Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nice Ville: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Ville: 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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Trocadero, Ibis Nice Centre Gare, Hotel Belle Meuniere.
Nice Saint-Augustin is 5 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice Saint-Augustin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Ticket office support is available at Nice Saint-Augustin. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Ramps, restrooms.
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