Train from Nice Ville to Milan

🇫🇷 Nice Ville → 🇮🇹 Milan

Straight-line Distance

251 km

NE (37.1°)

Rail Distance

~326 km

Estimated by rail

Travel Time

~1h 20m

High_Speed

CO2 Saved vs Flight

91.3%

58.2 kg less CO2

Environmental Comparison

Train

High_Speed

CO2 Emissions 5.5 kg

Flight

Economy class

CO2 Emissions 63.7 kg

Taking the train saves 58.2 kg CO2 (91.3% less emissions)

Route Information

High-Speed Requires Transfer

Stations on This Route

🇫🇷

Origin

Nice Ville

🇮🇹

Destination

Milan

Journey Tips

TGV Lyria and Thello services connect the French Riviera with Milan via the Maritime Alps and Italian Riviera. The route along the Ligurian coast between Ventimiglia and Genoa is one of Europe's most scenic rail journeys. Carry a valid passport or EU ID for the France-Italy border crossing at Ventimiglia.

Scenic Highlight

The stretch of Ligurian coastline between Ventimiglia and Genoa, where the train hugs cliffs above the turquoise Mediterranean with views of picturesque coastal villages, is simply breathtaking.

Booking Tip

Book via Trenitalia.com or SNCF Connect for TGV or EC services; this scenic coastal route fills quickly in summer so booking 3-4 weeks ahead is strongly recommended.

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Continue Your Journey

Continue from Milan

🇨🇭 Aigle 196 km 🇨🇭 Sion 165 km 🇨🇭 Sierre/Siders 157 km 🇨🇭 Disentis/Muster 138 km 🇨🇭 Andermatt 136 km

Also from Nice Ville

🇨🇭 Sierre/Siders 289 km 🇨🇭 Zürich HB 420 km 🇨🇭 Neuchâtel 367 km 🇨🇭 Sion 281 km 🇨🇭 Martigny 267 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The estimated train journey from Nice Ville to Milan takes approximately 1h 20m. This estimate is based on a rail distance of ~326 km using a high_speed service.

The estimated rail distance from Nice Ville to Milan is approximately 326 km (251 km straight-line). Rail routes are longer than straight-line distances because tracks follow terrain and connect intermediate cities.

Travelling by train from Nice Ville to Milan emits approximately 5.5 kg of CO2, compared to 63.7 kg by flight. Taking the train saves 58.2 kg of CO2 — a 91.3% reduction in emissions.

The route from Nice Ville to Milan typically requires at least one transfer. Check operator timetables for the most direct connection available.

Check regional and national rail operator websites for services between Nice Ville and Milan.

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Data last updated: 2026-02-27