What is the cheapest way to get from Nice to Capolago?

The cheapest way to get from Nice to Capolago is to train via Milan which costs SFr 28 - SFr 60 and takes 7h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nice to Capolago?

The fastest way to get from Nice to Capolago is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 90.

Is there a direct train between Nice and Capolago?

No, there is no direct train from Nice to Capolago. However, there are services departing from Nice-Ville and arriving at Capolago-Riva S. Vitale via Ventimiglia, Milano Centrale and Mendrisio. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

How far is it from Nice to Capolago?

The distance between Nice and Capolago is 377 km. The road distance is 374.8 km.

How do I travel from Nice to Capolago without a car?

The best way to get from Nice to Capolago without a car is to train via Milan which takes 7h 9m and costs SFr 28 - SFr 60.

How long does it take to get from Nice to Capolago?

It takes approximately 7h 9m to get from Nice to Capolago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nice to Capolago train from?

Nice to Capolago train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Ventimiglia station.

Train or bus from Nice to Capolago?

The best way to get from Nice to Capolago is to train via Milan which takes 7h 9m and costs SFr 28 - SFr 60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 35 - SFr 120 and takes 8h 38m.

Where does the Nice to Capolago train arrive?

Nice to Capolago train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Nice to Capolago?

Yes, the driving distance between Nice to Capolago is 375 km. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Nice to Capolago.

Where can I stay near Capolago?

There are 5107+ hotels available in Capolago.

Nice to Capolago - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Nice to Capolago by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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

Train via Milan
best
1. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Milano CentraleIc
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to MendrisioRe80
7h 9m
CHF 29–59
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Gallarate3087 / ...
2. Take the train from Gallarate to Capolago-Riva S.VitaleTrenord / ...
8h 53m
CHF 24–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nice to Milano, Autostazione LampugnanoN456 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Lugano076 / ...
8h 38m
CHF 36–114
Drive 374.8 km
1. Drive from Nice to Capolago374.8 km
3h 49m
CHF 61–89

Nice to Capolago by train

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7h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 377 km
Duration: 7h 9m

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

You can take a train from Nice-Ville to Capolago-Riva S. Vitale via Ventimiglia, Milano Centrale, and Mendrisio in around 7h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nice to Capolago-Riva S. Vitale via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano, Lugano, Via Ciani/Cornaredo, Lugano, Stazione, and Lugano in around 8h 38m.

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