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Information about the Nîmes to Zurich train

Travel by train from Nîmes to Zurich. 13 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Nîmes at 6h 57m and the last at 19h 26m, allowing you to cover the 524.76 km distance in as little as 6h 14m.

Cheap train tickets from Nîmes to Zurich

How much does a train ticket from Nîmes to Zurich cost?

Remember to book early to take advantage of the best fares. Prices vary depending on the time and date of departure. Consider booking as early as possible to save money. Create an alert in the "Low Prices" section to be informed of the best deals in advance.

How long does a journey on a train from Nîmes to Zurich take?

You should allow an average of 8h 33m to travel by train from Nîmes to Zurich.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Nîmes to Zurich?

When taking the fastest train, you can travel from Nîmes to Zurich in 6h 14m.

How many trains run from Nîmes to Zurich each day?

13 trains run on the Nîmes to Zurich journey each day.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Nîmes and Zurich?

You can reach Zurich from Nîmes via Connecting train(s).

What is the distance between Nîmes and Zurich by train?

The rail connection between Nîmes and Zurich is approximately 524.76 km.

What time is the first train from Nîmes to Zurich?

Want to arrive early? Take the first Nîmes to Zurich train at 6h 57m.

What time is the last train from Nîmes to Zurich?

You have until 19h 26m to take the last train.

To leave Nîmes, which station(s) can I depart from?

This page lists trains departing from: NIMES CENTRE, NIMES PONT DU GARD.

At Zurich, which station(s) will I arrive at?

This page lists trains arriving at: ZURICH HB.

Which train companies operate trains from Nîmes to Zurich?

You can complete your journey from Nîmes to Zurich on a TGV INOUI, TER, SBB, TGV Lyria, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, Deutsche Bahn (DB), OUIGO, TGV INOUI Brussels, Intercités train.

What services are offered on board?

Travel with OUIGO in peace and comfort. With OUIGO ESSENTIEL, you can enjoy a solo, quiet seat for 7 euros extra. With OUIGO PLUS, you can choose your seat anywhere on the train.

If you travel on INTERCITÉS, you can bring your bicycle on board. Depending on your journey, a paid reservation may be required.

If you take a TGV INOUI, you can stay connected, thanks to free Wi-Fi access for everyone. The portal gives you access to a world of services and content, such as press offers, entertainment, and online ordering in the bar carriage.

With TGV Lyria, book your train ticket up to 6 months in advance to take advantage of the lowest prices! A journey is something to prepare for, and we are with you every step of the way.

If you miss your TER or change your mind, you can take another TER to the same destination on the same day with your existing ticket, provided you comply with the purchased fare conditions.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Nîmes to Zurich?

The price of a Nîmes – Zurich train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Nîmes to Zurich thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Nîmes to Zurich.

Price of a Nîmes – Zurich Train Ticket

On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Nîmes to Zurich: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.
Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Nîmes to Zurich at the lowest fare.

Promotional Fare for Nîmes – Zurich

Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Nîmes to Zurich? Keep an eye out all year round. The latest deals and flash sales are listed on our dedicated SNCF Connect Promotions page. Feel free to subscribe to our newsletter in your customer account to stay informed about upcoming offers and enjoy our low prices. If you have the app, remember to enable notifications, as well.

Last-minute Nîmes – Zurich Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Nîmes to Zurich. For last-minute train tickets from Nîmes to Zurich, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.

Direct train from Nîmes to Zurich and alternative routes

On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Zurich on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.

Which companies operate the train from Nîmes to Zurich?

If you're travelling from Nîmes to Zurich, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

TGV INOUI

With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Nîmes to Zurich on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Nîmes to Zurich: you can access content and services via the TGV INOUI portal. Each carriage has plenty of luggage space, so you can quickly and easily settle down in your seat. Enjoy the buffet car which serves a range of food and drinks. Your tickets can be exchanged or refunded, depending on the conditions, up to 3 days before your departure.

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What travel classes are available on the Nîmes to Zurich train?

To travel from Nîmes to Zurich, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

TGV INOUI

Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Nîmes to Zurich and choose from a selection of classes.

2nd Class

  • Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

1st Class

  • Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
  • Quiet zones
  • Choose your seat from the seating plan when booking
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

OPTIMUM (routes to and from Paris) :

  • Flexible tickets: free exchanges and refunds up to 30 minutes after departure
  • Access to the TGV INOUI Grand Voyageur Le Club station lounges
  • Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
  • Quiet zones (carriage at the end of the train to minimise disruptions)
  • Premium dedicated Customer Service
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

What on-board services are available on the Nîmes to Zurich train?

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Nîmes to Zurich route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

TGV INOUI

  • Hold a ticket

    Book your tickets at a guaranteed price for a limited time. You're free to complete your purchase whenever you've made your decision.

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  • Travel in comfort

    Renovated trainsets, electrical sockets, a bar... You'll enjoy a wonderful journey on board our train.

  • Travel connected

    Free access to wifi and extensive services on the Wifi portal, such as the online order at the Bistro.

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  • Travel in first class

    With rows of 3 seats instead of 4, extra legroom, and wider seat cushions and backrests, First Class is designed for your comfort and peace of mind.

  • Travel with a staff that takes care of you

    At your service, attentive, ... Our team ensures your well-being and offers you exclusive services.

  • Space for your luggage

    In each coach, luggage storage is provided to facilitate your on-board installation. For your bulky baggage, take advantage of the home delivery option.

  • Travel with your bike

    Do not want to bike to your destination? Just click on" more criteria "and select" I'm traveling with my bike "when booking. You can take your bike for only €10!

  • Nursury space for baby's

    Especially designed for people with young children, the nursery area allows you to enjoy a changing table and bottles can be heated by TGV bar car.

  • Travel with your pet

    Book the train ticket at the same time as yours, by clicking on the "more criteria" button then on "Travel with your pet", then select the number of animals and their size.

  • Your office at 300 km/h

    On certain trains, you have free access to a space to work, this space is located between two cars of 2nd class. It allows you to work on a table with an electric socket and to have more space.

  • To travel further

    Before your departure, or once arrived at the platform, our exclusive services allow you to continue your journey to your final destination: My rental Avis, My Driver, My Luggage.

  • A gourmet break?

    We are waiting for you at the Bistro, a redesigned, more user-friendly space, with a menu of dishes prepared by chefs, vegetarian products, organic products and the best of the local producers.

  • New gestures

    Our baristas and cleaners ensure your well-being throughout your trip. For our Business PREMIÈRE customers, press and a drink are offered at the platform.

  • Don't queue at the Bistro

    Log in to the Wifi portal and let yourself be guided to order online. You can then pick them up at the Bistro without queuing.

  • A world of services via the portal

    Make your life easier with connected services on our trains from the Wifi portal: follow your journey, consut the remaining time or access content and games that will make you forget about the time.

Nîmes to Zurich train schedule for Saturday 22 August 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
6h 57m 13h 26m 6h 29m TGV INOUI, TER, SBB
Booking
  • Nimes Centre
    TGV INOUI 12188 - TGV INOUI 9898
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Dijon
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Mulhouse
  • Connection: 25 min
  • Mulhouse
    TER 96217
  • Saint-Louis
  • Basel Sbb
  • Connection: 25 min
  • Basel Sbb
    SBB 591
  • Zurich Hb
6h 57m 14h 26m 7h 29m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Nimes Centre
    TGV INOUI 12188 - TGV INOUI 9898
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Dijon
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Mulhouse
  • Connection: 1h45
  • Mulhouse
    TGV Lyria 9211
  • Basel Sbb
  • Zurich Hb
9h 06m 16h 26m 7h 20m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Nimes Centre
    TGV INOUI 12562 - TGV INOUI 9862
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 53 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 5516 - TGV INOUI 12176
  • Macon
  • Beaune
  • Dijon
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Mulhouse
  • Connection: 12 min
  • Mulhouse
    TGV Lyria 9213
  • Basel Sbb
  • Zurich Hb
9h 19m 19h 00m 9h 41m TGV INOUI, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Nimes Centre
    TGV INOUI 6202
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 52 min
  • Paris Est
    DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9553
  • Strasbourg
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
  • Connection: 09 min
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 373
  • Offenburg
  • Freiburg (Breisgau) Hbf
  • Basel Bad Bf
  • Basel Sbb
  • Zurich Hb
9h 48m 20h 26m 10h 38m TER, OUIGO, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Nimes Centre
    TER 76538
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Connection: 1h03
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    OUIGO 7876
  • Lyon Saint-Exupery Tgv
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 2h28
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9219
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
  • Zurich Hb
10h 24m 18h 28m 8h 04m TGV INOUI, TER, SBB
Booking
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    TGV INOUI 6871
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 50 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 96510
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley
  • Culoz
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
  • Connection: 49 min
  • Geneve Cornavin
    SBB 727
  • Nyon
  • Morges
  • Renens Vd
  • Lausanne
  • Fribourg/Freiburg
  • Bern
  • Zurich Hb
11h 00m 20h 26m 9h 26m OUIGO, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    OUIGO 7876
  • Lyon Saint-Exupery Tgv
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 2h28
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9219
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
  • Zurich Hb
12h 26m 20h 28m 8h 02m TGV INOUI, TER, SBB
Booking
  • Nimes Centre
    TGV INOUI 5158
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Connection: 46 min
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TER 96614
  • Romans - Bourg-De-Peage
  • Saint-Marcellin
  • Grenoble
  • Grenoble Universites - Gieres
  • Chambery - Challes-Les-Eaux
  • Aix-Les-Bains - Le Revard
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
  • Connection: 19 min
  • Geneve Cornavin
    SBB 731
  • Nyon
  • Morges
  • Renens Vd
  • Lausanne
  • Fribourg/Freiburg
  • Bern
  • Zurich Hb
14h 27m 21h 00m 6h 33m TGV INOUI, TER, SBB
Booking
  • Nimes Centre
    TGV INOUI 5500 - TGV INOUI 12184
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Macon
  • Dijon
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Mulhouse
  • Connection: 10 min
  • Mulhouse
    TER 96141
  • Rixheim
  • Habsheim
  • Sierentz
  • Bartenheim
  • Saint-Louis La Chaussee
  • Saint-Louis
  • Basel St. Johann
  • Basel Sbb
  • Connection: 17 min
  • Basel Sbb
    SBB 787
  • Zurich Hb
14h 27m 22h 26m 7h 59m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Nimes Centre
    TGV INOUI 5500 - TGV INOUI 12184
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Macon
  • Dijon
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Mulhouse
  • Connection: 1h57
  • Mulhouse
    TGV Lyria 9223
  • Basel Sbb
  • Zurich Hb
15h 21m 22h 26m 7h 05m TGV INOUI Brussels, TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Nimes Centre
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9864
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 1h12
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 9896 - TGV INOUI 12182
  • Chalon-Sur-Saone
  • Dijon
  • Connection: 21 min
  • Dijon
    TGV Lyria 9223
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
  • Zurich Hb
16h 12m 22h 26m 6h 14m OUIGO, TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    OUIGO 7872
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Connection: 24 min
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 9896 - TGV INOUI 12182
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Chalon-Sur-Saone
  • Dijon
  • Connection: 21 min
  • Dijon
    TGV Lyria 9223
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
  • Zurich Hb
19h 26m 11h 26m 16h 00m Intercités, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Nimes Centre
    Intercités 4663
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
  • Connection: 55 min
  • Marseille Blancarde
    Intercités 5772
  • Paris Austerlitz
  • Connection: 42 min
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9203
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
  • Zurich Hb