The average train between Zermatt and Nice takes 18h 38m and the fastest train takes 12h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Zermatt 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 Zermatt and Nice. The earliest departure is at 7:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zermatt is at 7:06 PM which arrives into Nice at 4:12 PM. All services require a transfer at Brig Bahnhofplatz and take an average of 18h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.





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21h 1m • 5 changesWant to know about travelling from Zermatt 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 Zermatt to Nice. However, there are services departing from Zermatt station and arriving at Ventimiglia station via Brig Bahnhofplatz station and Rho-Fiera Milano station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 38m.
Zermatt to Nice train services, operated by Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn, depart from Zermatt station.
Zermatt to Nice train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Ventimiglia station.
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The distance between Zermatt and Nice is 260.6 km.
You can take a train from Zermatt to Nice-Ville via Brig Bahnhofplatz, Brig, Domodossola, Milano Rogoredo, Milano Centrale, and Ventimiglia in around 12h 27m.