- Must visit
Musée des Explorations du Monde
City museum inside Le Suquet's castle, presenting world cultures, archaeology, and landscape views from one of Cannes' most historic sites.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$7
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$15
Fastest journey on Sep 18
25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
26 m
Buses on Sep 18
8
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nice to Cannes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Cannes will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 8 buses from Nice to Cannes, including 8 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 26 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 25 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 29 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.
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4349Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nice to Cannes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $10 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $10, while a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 16 miles (26 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Nice to Cannes:
A train is $1 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Nice to Cannes costing on average $12 (€10).
Other travel options to Cannes take longer:
Train takes on average 30m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (29m by bus vs 42m by car). Tickets start at around $12 (€10) compared to roughly $11 (€9) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, FlixBus.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:29PM | Duration 0h29 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:29PM | Duration 0h29 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Cannes buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
50106 | 5:30 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0h35 | 6:05 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4704 | 6:30 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0h25 | 6:55 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4349 | 8:00 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0h29 | 8:29 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:00 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0h29 | 8:29 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50488 | 9:15 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0h25 | 9:40 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 0 transfersDirect | |
5866 | 7:00 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0h30 | 7:30 AM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50486 | 9:40 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0h25 | 10:05 AM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Nice to Cannes run on average 8 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 16 miles (26 km) distance in 25m.
Distance 16 miles (26 km) |
Average bus duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 25m |
First bus 3:35 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Cannes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cannes trip today.
City museum inside Le Suquet's castle, presenting world cultures, archaeology, and landscape views from one of Cannes' most historic sites.
Sea museum in the Royal Fort on Île Sainte-Marguerite, known for underwater archaeology and the legendary Man in the Iron Mask cell.
Respected contemporary art center in La Malmaison, hosting rotating exhibitions in a refined seafront pavilion on the Croisette.
Cannes' famous waterfront boulevard lined with beaches, luxury hotels, gardens, and festival landmarks. Essential for a first visit.
The old quarter's steep lanes, pastel houses, and panoramic viewpoints make this the most atmospheric historic walk in Cannes.
Elegant shopping street known for boutiques, city life, and easy access between the Croisette and central neighborhoods.
Socca is a thin chickpea pancake from the French Riviera, baked until crisp at the edges. It is a beloved local street food eaten hot with pepper.
Pissaladière is a Provençal onion tart topped with anchovies and olives. It is traditional across the Riviera and popular as a snack or starter.
Ratatouille is a slow-cooked mix of aubergine, courgette, peppers, tomatoes, and herbs. It is a classic Provençal dish tied to local market produce.
Elegant two-Michelin-star dining on La Croisette, known for refined Mediterranean cuisine, seafood, and polished Riviera luxury.
Stylish Michelin-starred venue serving modern Mediterranean dishes with Riviera produce in an intimate, contemporary setting.
Traditional Provençal restaurant in Le Suquet, appreciated for local specialties, warm service, and a relaxed old-town feel.
Cannes is pricier than many French cities, with high hotel and beach costs in peak season. Dining is moderate to expensive, while local buses are relatively affordable.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Round up small taxi fares; cafés often just get small change.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice to Cannes by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cannes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nice to Cannes buses use the Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur to Cannes, Gare de Cannes station pair. Use this guide to compare Nice and Cannes bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur is 6 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There are several restaurants and cafes in the terminals.
WiFi is available throughout the terminals. ATMs are aTMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur.
Available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur: The airport is accessible for individuals with reduced mobility.
Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) is 6 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Terminal (in the station), Fast-Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of Terminal 1.
Ticket office support is available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1).
Available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1): Elevators, ramps.
Nice, Gare Thiers has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There are several cafes and snack bars inside.
Free Wi-Fi is available in the waiting areas. ATMs are aTMs are located next to the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Nice, Gare Thiers.
Available at Nice, Gare Thiers: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice, Gare Thiers: Station is equipped with ramps and elevators.
Cannes, Gare de Cannes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free public Wi-Fi in the waiting area. ATMs are available at Cannes, Gare de Cannes.
Ticket office support is available at Cannes, Gare de Cannes.
Available at Cannes, Gare de Cannes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cannes, Gare de Cannes: Wheelchair accessible with ramps.
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