Lucerne to Nice train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Lucerne to Nice by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Lucerne to Nice take around 8 hours and 41 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 381 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Lucerne is scheduled to depart at around  04:58. The last departure is usually at around 23:18 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Lucerne at around 04:58, with the last train leaving at around 23:18. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 24 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 24 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$203.67.

We think any time is a great time to visit Nice, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Nice.

Is there a direct train from Lucerne to Nice?

The journey between Lucerne and Nice usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.

How long does it take to travel from Lucerne to Nice?

The Lucerne to Nice train travel takes about 8 hours and 41 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Lucerne to Nice train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Nice leaving Lucerne at around 04:58 and the last train leaving at around 23:18 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Lucerne at around 04:58, with the final departure at 23:18.