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Trip Overview

The average train between Nice and Lugano takes 9h 3m and the fastest train takes 7h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Nice to Lugano. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

9h 3m
Duration
391 km
Distance
CHF 68
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Milano Centraletrain train Ic
  2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain train Re80
7h 33m
CHF 53–132

Nice to Lugano train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Nice and Lugano. The earliest departure is at 1:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Nice is at 10:23 PM which arrives into Lugano at 10:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Ventimiglia and take an average of 9h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Nice to Lugano.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 390.9 km
  • Duration: 9h 3m

What companies run services between Nice, France and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Nice-Ville to Lugano via Ventimiglia and Milano Centrale in around 7h 33m.

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