What is the cheapest way to get from Canton of Zurich to Nice?

The cheapest way to get from Canton of Zurich to Nice is to bus which costs €45 - €95 and takes 10h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canton of Zurich to Nice?

The fastest way to get from Canton of Zurich to Nice is to fly which takes 4h 6m and costs €80 - €230.

Is there a direct train between Canton of Zurich and Nice?

No, there is no direct train from Canton of Zurich to Nice. However, there are services departing from Zürich, Opernhaus and arriving at Nice-Ville via Zürich HB, Lugano, Milano Centrale and Ventimiglia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 15m.

How far is it from Canton of Zurich to Nice?

The distance between Canton of Zurich and Nice is 454 km. The road distance is 589.9 km.

How do I travel from Canton of Zurich to Nice without a car?

The best way to get from Canton of Zurich to Nice without a car is to train which takes 10h 15m and costs €75 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Canton of Zurich to Nice?

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Canton of Zurich to Nice, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canton of Zurich to Nice train from?

Canton of Zurich to Nice train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train, bus or fly from Canton of Zurich to Nice?

The best way to get from Canton of Zurich to Nice is to fly which takes 4h 6m and costs €80 - €230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €75 - €150 and takes 10h 15m, you could also bus, which costs €45 - €95 and takes 10h 42m.

Where does the Canton of Zurich to Nice train arrive?

Canton of Zurich to Nice train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Lugano station.

Can I drive from Canton of Zurich to Nice?

Yes, the driving distance between Canton of Zurich to Nice is 590 km. It takes approximately 6h 5m to drive from Canton of Zurich to Nice.

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Canton of Zurich to Nice - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Canton of Zurich to Nice by plane, train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train (TGV)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE)ZRH - NCE
4h 6m
€84–230
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Nice AirportN508
10h 42m
€45–95
Train
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to LuganoIc2 / ...
2. Take the train from Lugano to Milano CentraleEc
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to VentimigliaIc
10h 15m
€75–147
Drive 589.9 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Nice589.9 km
6h 5m
€104–150
Train via Dijon (TGV)
1. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Dijon VilleTgv
2. Take the train from Dijon Ville to Nice VilleTgv
10h 54m
€128–323

Canton of Zurich to Nice by tram and train

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10h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 454.3 km
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Canton of Zurich, Switzerland and Nice, France?

Swiss, Air Dolomiti, and Lufthansa fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Zürich, Opernhaus to Nice-Ville via Zürich, Sihlquai/HB, Zürich HB, Lugano, Milano Centrale, and Ventimiglia in around 10h 15m.

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