Nice to Geneva train

Trains from Nice to Geneva

On a daily basis, from Nice to Geneva, you will find that there are about 10 trains being offered. That means there are about 70 trains offered per week. You do not have that many options to choose from when traveling from Nice to Geneva so it is important to play your journey accordingly. The length of the journey will depend on the number of transfers, and you will be required to transfer on this journey. The distance between Nice to Geneva is 186 miles (300 km). You will have the option of one transfer, two transfers, or three transfers. The time it takes for this journey is about 9h 15min on average, so be prepared for a relatively long journey.

Nice to Geneva Train Time: Daily Departures

There are not that many journeys to choose from from Nice to Geneva by train so you will not have the option of getting a train every 1h. This means you will have to shift your timeline to fit the train offerings rather than the other way around. There are about 10 trains offered daily with the first train being around 06:55 a.m. and the last train being at 02:55 p.m. None of these journeys are overnight journeys but the length is on average is about 9h long.

How long is the journey by train from Nice to Geneva?

The length of the journey from Nice to Geneva usually depends on the number of transfers you have, the number of stops the train makes as well as extraneous circumstances like the weather. So, it is difficult to predict the overall journey time but a rough estimation can definitely be given. For the journey from Nice to Geneva, you will not be taking a direct as it is quite a long journey and there are only indirect trains offered. That is, there are only trains with transfers, so you will need to transfer. The length of the journey can last anywhere from 7h 45min to 10h 15min depending on the nature of the train.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Nice to Geneva?

Departure train station: Nice is a large city in France but there is mostly only one train station that you will depart from. This is the Gare de Nice-Ville station. It is the largest and most active train station in Nice and there are ways to reach this station through public transportation. If you are taking the bus, you can take Public Bus 57, 70, or 87. You can also take Train MR02 and MR04. Gare de Nice-Ville is a large station so it will have amenities such as public restrooms, food stalls, and Wi-Fi.

Arrival train stations: Geneva has many train stations to choose from, but with this travel plan, you will be arriving at the CHGVA train station. You can go to and from this station by bus on Public Bus 19, 2, 20, 5, D. You can also take different types of trains on Train IR90, SL3, SL4, and SL5. You can also take Light Rail 12, 14, 18. There are amenities offered in this train station such as public restrooms, Wi-Fi, and food stalls to purchase refreshments.

Which train companies travel from Nice to Geneva?

Inoui and SNCF are two companies under the same parent company. Both SNCF and Inoui have the same offerings in terms of trains from Nice to Geneva. Inoui trains was founded in 2017 as a high-speed train company. It now serves all of Europe with different branches out of different countries. The train company that travels from Nice to Geneva is Inoui. All trains nowadays offer the same amenities, so you will find that similar amenities are offered regardless of the train company as well as the class type. Due to the length of the journey, you will have to transfer somewhere along the way.

Inoui trains from Nice to Geneva

Inoui is one of the largest train companies in Europe. It has branches in France, Spain, Luxemburg, Germany, Belgium, and Italy. It started as a highspeed train company in 2017 and now provides transport throughout Europe. They do not offer direct trains from Nice to Geneva, so it is more likely that you will need to go through some city in between the two destinations. Some of the transfer locations are Lyon Part Dieu and Marseille-St-Charles. The length of the journey depends on the amount of transfers there are. The journey from Nice to Geneva can last anywhere from 7h 45min to 10h 15min depending on the transfers.

Train Nice to Geneva: Services on Board

All trains from Nice to Geneva offer different services on board. With Inoui, you will have a recliner chair that turns into a sleeper during overnight journeys. You will also have an outlet connected to your seat so that you may charge your electronics. Furthermore, Wi-Fi will be offered for free on board the Inoui trains. In terms of luggage, most of the time you are allowed 2 pieces of luggage and one carry-on, and Inoui recommends that you only bring luggage that you are able to carry. There are places on the train where you can place your luggage if it is too big and bulky. If this is the case, you may not be able to access it during the train journey so it is important to keep everything that you need for the journey on your at all times. You may also carry your bike on this journey, however, it must be folded and follow the specifications given. As for your pets, you may bring them on this journey, but they must meet certain size limits and must be kept in their pet carrier at all times. If they do not meet these specifications, you will be charged extra to bring them onboard. Finally, Inoui will accommodate all passengers with disabilities. Please contact the company beforehand and they will provide you with an employee who can help with your every need.

How to find cheap train tickets from Nice to Geneva?

The best way to find cheap tickets from Nice to Geneva is to look early. If you plan and book your journey early, you will be able to find cheaper tickets. This is because the demand for trains at an earlier date is less than the demand at dates closer to the departure date. You can also save money on the type of ticket you buy. There are two types of classes – 2nd class and 1st class. The difference between the two classes is usually what is covered with the types of tickets. If you are taking 2nd class, the ticket is not fully refundable unless you choose to opt for the Flex Seconde type of fare, in which case you may be able to refund your ticket. For 1st class, the Semi-Flex ticket type is semi-refundable and the Full Flex ticket type is fully refundable. There are differences in the prices, however, and generally 2nd class is cheaper than 1st class. Another way you can save money is to choose a train that has transfers. More often than not, a train with transfers is cheaper than a train without transfers.