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

The cheapest way to get from Nice to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 45 - SFr 85 and takes 10h.

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

The fastest way to get from Nice to Zurich is to fly which takes 4h 21m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 250.

Is there a direct bus between Nice and Zurich?

No, there is no direct bus from Nice to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Jardin d'Arménie and arriving at Zürich via Nice - Airport Bus Station Terminal 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

Is there a direct train between Nice and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Nice to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Nice-Ville and arriving at Zuerich Hb via Ventimiglia and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 1m.

How far is it from Nice to Zurich?

The distance between Nice and Zurich is 456 km. The road distance is 590.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Nice to Zurich without a car is to bus which takes 10h and costs SFr 45 - SFr 85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Nice to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nice to Zurich bus from?

Nice to Zurich bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Nice - Airport Bus Station Terminal 1.

Where do I catch the Nice to Zurich train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Nice to Zurich?

The best way to get from Nice to Zurich is to fly which takes 4h 21m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 45 - SFr 85 and takes 10h, you could also train, which costs SFr 70 - SFr 140 and takes 10h 1m.

Where does the Nice to Zurich bus arrive?

Nice to Zurich bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Zürich station.

Where does the Nice to Zurich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nice to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Nice to Zurich is 591 km. It takes approximately 6h 17m to drive from Nice to Zurich.

How do I get a train ticket from Nice to Zurich?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Nice to Zurich?

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Nice to Zurich - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Nice to Zurich by plane, bus, train (Trenitalia), car, or train

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Fly to Zurich Airport
best
1. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane NCE - ZRH
4h 21m
CHF 91–245
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nice - Airport Bus Station Terminal 1 to Zürichbus BlaBlaCar Bus
10h
CHF 46–81
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
10h 1m
CHF 71–136
Drive 590.9 km
1. Drive from Nice to Zurichcar 590.9 km
6h 17m
CHF 98–142
Fly to Basel, train
1. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Basel (BSL)plane NCE - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
5h 30m
CHF 72–264
Fly to Strasbourg International Airport, train
1. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Strasbourg International Airport (SXB)plane NCE - SXB
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel Sbbtrain
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
6h 33m
CHF 88–361
Bus via Jean Médecin
1. Take the bus from Nice Airport to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N508
10h 30m
CHF 46–76

Nice to Zurich by bus

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Distance: 456 km
Duration: 4h 21m

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

Swiss and Lufthansa fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) every 4 hours. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Nice - Airport Bus Station Terminal 1 to Zürich twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 45–80 and the journey takes 8h 40m.

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