The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Nîmes
Cheapest price
$208
Average price
$208
Fastest journey
7 h 4 m
Average duration
7 h 4 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
511 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Nîmes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Nîmes will cost around $208 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $208.
Of the 1 trains that leave Zurich for Nîmes on Thu, Feb 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 05 the direct trains cover the 511 km distance in an average of 7 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 4 m .
On Thu, Feb 05 the slowest trains will take 7 h 4 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 Zurich to Nîmes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Nîmes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, and a train costs an average of €104.
Distance: 317 miles (511 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€176 Average price | €60 Average price Cheapest |
6h 29m Average total duration Fastest 5h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich to Nîmes train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Nîmes trains for tomorrow, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:34 AM Zurich | 7h04 | 4:38 PM Nîmes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Nîmes
Trains from Zurich to Nîmes run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $131 (€104) but you can travel from only $46 (€37) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:53, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 317 miles (511 km) distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 317 miles (511 km) |
Average train duration 5h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $131 (€104) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 0m |
First train 05:53 |
Last train 22:12 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria from Zurich to Nîmes trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria trains will get you between Zurich and Nîmes from $46 (€37). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TGV INOUI
SNCF | TGV Lyria
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Nîmes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Nîmes 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 Nîmes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Nîmes
- 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
- 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
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