The cheapest and fastest trains from Nîmes to Zurich
Cheapest price
$156
Average price
$211
Fastest journey
6 h 37 m
Average duration
7 h 33 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
511 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nîmes to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nîmes to Zurich will cost around $211 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $156.
Of the 3 trains that leave Nîmes for Zurich on Sat, Nov 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 22 the direct trains cover the 511 km distance in an average of 7 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 37 m .
On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest trains will take 8 h 33 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nîmes to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nîmes to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a train costs an average of €122.
Distance: 317 miles (511 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€182 Average price | €53 Average price Cheapest |
6h 32m Average total duration Fastest 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Nîmes to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Nîmes to Zurich trains for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:58 AM Nîmes | 7h28 | 12:26 PM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:27 PM Nîmes | 7h59 | 8:26 PM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:49 PM Nîmes | 6h37 | 8:26 PM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nîmes to Zurich
Trains from Nîmes to Zurich run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $150 (€122) but you can travel from only $34 (€27) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 317 miles (511 km) distance in 6h 37m.
Distance 317 miles (511 km) |
Average train duration 6h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $150 (€122) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 37m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 22:12 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF TER from Nîmes to Zurich trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF TER trains will get you between Nîmes and Zurich from $34 (€27). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Nîmes to Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nîmes to Zurich by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nîmes to Zurich
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 1 Boulevard Sergent Triaire.
- Le Cheval Blanc
- Restaurant La Table du 2
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hôtel Empire
- Hôtel de L'Amphithéâtre
- Hôtel Marquis de la Baume
- Located in the main hall
- 500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Paris, regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram-bus: Line T1
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
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