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Kunsthaus Zürich
Switzerland's leading art museum with major works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art, including Monet, Giacometti, and important Swiss collections.
Cheapest price on Oct 29
$144
Average ticket price on Oct 29
$204
Fastest journey on Oct 29
9 h 33 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
10 h 8 m
Trains on Oct 29
10
Distance
419 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nice to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Zurich will cost around $204 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $144.
It's difficult to get from Nice to Zurich without transferring at least once.
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Trains from Nice to Zurich run on average 14 times per day, taking around 8h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 19:13. The fastest train covers the 260 miles (419 km) distance in 6h 57m.
Distance 260 miles (419 km) |
Average train duration 8h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 6h 57m |
First train 4:45 AM |
Last train 7:13 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Nice to Zurich.
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Zurich trains for today, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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86037+ Intercity 635+ EuroCity 28 | Delayed 12:42 PM 1:22 PMNice-Ville | 10h05 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
86039+ Intercity 635+ EuroCity 28 | Delayed 12:59 PM 1:54 PMNice-Ville | 9h33 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
5772+ 9211 | On time 6:57 PM Nice-Ville | 19h29 | 2:26 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
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6174+ 9219 | 9:58 AM Nice-Ville | 10h28 | 8:26 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
6176+ 9223 | 11:56 AM Nice-Ville | 10h30 | 10:26 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
9896+ 9223+ 17480 | 12:22 PM Nice-Ville | 10h04 | 10:26 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
86033+ Intercity 635+ EuroCity 28 | 12:26 PM Nice-Ville | 11h01 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
86033+ Regionale Veloce 3371 · Regionale Veloce 3040+ EuroCity 28 | 12:26 PM Nice-Ville | 11h01 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
86033+ Regionale 12271 · Regionale 12427 · Regionale Veloce 3040 | 12:26 PM Nice-Ville | 11h01 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 4 transfers | |
86035+ Intercity 635+ EuroCity 28 | 12:55 PM Nice-Ville | 10h32 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
86035+ Regionale 12271 · Regionale 12427 · Regionale Veloce 3040 | 12:55 PM Nice-Ville | 10h32 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 4 transfers | |
86037+ EuroCity 28+ Intercity 635 | 1:22 PM Nice-Ville | 10h05 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
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Switzerland's leading art museum with major works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art, including Monet, Giacometti, and important Swiss collections.
National museum in a castle-like building near the main station. It offers essential insight into Swiss cultural history, design, and nationhood.
Remarkable private collection in a villa, featuring Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, and early modern masterpieces in an intimate lakeside setting.
Zurich's famous old town shopping street links the main station to the lake. It is ideal for strolling, people-watching, and seeing the city's polished center.
Historic riverside old town with lanes, guild houses, churches, and viewpoints. It is the essential area for Zurich's medieval atmosphere.
Beautiful lakeside promenade lined with trees, gardens, and views across Lake Zurich. Perfect for a scenic walk in any season.
Sliced veal in a creamy white wine and mushroom sauce, usually served with rösti. It is Zurich’s signature dish and a classic in traditional brasseries.
Pan-fried grated potato cake with a crisp crust and soft center. A Swiss staple closely tied to Zurich and often served with meat, eggs, or cheese.
Swiss cheese fondue made by melting local cheeses with wine and garlic, then dipping bread. It is a beloved cold-weather social meal across Zurich.
Refined Swiss fine dining in a historic setting, led by a renowned chef. Known for modern tasting menus and polished service.
Historic casual restaurant by Lake Zurich, known for Zürich classics like rösti and veal dishes in a traditional guild-house setting.
Elegant old-town restaurant with classic Swiss and French cuisine. A strong choice for fondue, seasonal dishes, and a formal atmosphere.
Zurich is pricier than most European cities. Hotels, dining, and local transit are costly, though supermarkets and takeaway spots can help lower daily spend.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent service. Small rounding is common in cafes and taxis.
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Most Nice to Zurich trains use the Nice Ville to Zürich HB station pair. Use this guide to compare Nice and Zurich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nice Ville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Agora, PAUL, Sushi Side, Factory Donuts, Deli & Cia
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located on the forecourt of the station, on the right when exiting the station hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30. Information desks are located in the station main hall.
Available at Nice Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nice Ville: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Ville: Level access from the entrance to the station, barrier-free toilets, magnetic induction loops. Assistance offered by Accès Plus to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, located in the central hall.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Trocadero, Ibis Nice Centre Gare, Hotel Belle Meuniere.
Nice Saint-Augustin is 5 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice Saint-Augustin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Ticket office support is available at Nice Saint-Augustin. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Ramps, restrooms.
Nice Riquier is 1 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice Riquier has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Millésime, La Roustide
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Nice Riquier. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Nice Riquier: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nice Riquier: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Riquier: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Apogia Nice, Ibis Styles Nice Vieux Port.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
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