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Musée des Explorations du Monde
Museum in the medieval castle on Le Suquet hill with Mediterranean antiquities, world arts, and panoramic views over Cannes.
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
25 m
Average duration
25 m
Trains per day
45
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport 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 Cote d'Azur Airport to Cannes will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 45 trains that leave Nice Cote d'Azur Airport for Cannes on Tue, Jun 16, 45 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest trains will take 26 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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17482Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Cannes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $10, and a bus costs an average of $4.
Distance: 12 miles (20 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Cannes:
A train is $24 (€19) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Cannes costing on average $34 (€28).
Other travel options to Cannes take longer:
Bus takes on average 38m.
The journey is about 8m faster (29m by train vs 37m by car) and roughly $0.61 (€0.49) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($10 (€8) vs $11 (€9)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, ZOU!, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Cannes trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
881110 | 8:09 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h30 | 8:39 AM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
86012 | 8:20 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h31 | 8:51 AM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
17472 | 8:32 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h25 | 8:57 AM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
881210 | 8:38 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h30 | 9:08 AM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
86014 | 8:50 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h31 | 9:21 AM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
881114 | 9:08 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h31 | 9:39 AM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
86016 | 9:21 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h30 | 9:51 AM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
17474 | 9:32 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h27 | 9:59 AM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
881214 | 9:38 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h30 | 10:08 AM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
86018 | 9:50 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h31 | 10:21 AM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
881118 | 10:09 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h30 | 10:39 AM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
86022 | 10:19 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h30 | 10:49 AM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
17476 | 10:32 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h25 | 10:57 AM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
881218 | 10:38 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h30 | 11:08 AM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
86024 | 10:51 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h30 | 11:21 AM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
881122 | 11:10 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h29 | 11:39 AM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
86026 | 11:21 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h30 | 11:51 AM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
17478 | 11:32 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h25 | 11:57 AM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
881222 | 11:38 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h30 | 12:08 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
86028 | 11:51 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h31 | 12:22 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
881126 | 12:08 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h31 | 12:39 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
86032 | 12:18 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h33 | 12:51 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
17480 | 12:30 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h27 | 12:57 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
17482 | 1:31 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h26 | 1:57 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
881230 | 1:37 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h30 | 2:07 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
86038 | 1:49 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h30 | 2:19 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
881134 | 2:07 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h31 | 2:38 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
86042 | 2:21 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h30 | 2:51 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
17484 | 2:32 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h25 | 2:57 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
881234 | 2:38 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h30 | 3:08 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
86044 | 2:50 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h30 | 3:20 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
881138 | 3:08 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h31 | 3:39 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
86046 | 3:20 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h31 | 3:51 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
881158 | 8:06 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h30 | 8:36 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
86072 | 8:19 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h30 | 8:49 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
17496 | 8:32 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h26 | 8:58 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
881258 | 8:38 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h31 | 9:09 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
86074 | 8:51 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h30 | 9:21 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
881162 | 9:08 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h31 | 9:39 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
86076 | 9:19 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h34 | 9:53 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
881262 | 9:38 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h30 | 10:08 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
86078 | 9:56 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h32 | 10:28 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
881166 | 10:14 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h30 | 10:44 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
881182 | 10:21 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h31 | 10:52 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
881266 | 10:49 PM Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h32 | 11:21 PM Cannes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Cannes run on average 16 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:50, the last at 19:56. The fastest train covers the 12 miles (20 km) distance in 26m.
Distance 12 miles (20 km) |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 6:50 AM |
Last train 7:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
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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.
Museum in the medieval castle on Le Suquet hill with Mediterranean antiquities, world arts, and panoramic views over Cannes.
Contemporary art gallery on La Croisette hosting rotating exhibitions in a landmark Belle Époque building.
Small history museum inside Fort Royal on Île Sainte-Marguerite, focused on the island, the fort, and the Man in the Iron Mask legend.
The city’s iconic seafront promenade lined with beaches, luxury hotels, and classic Cannes photo spots.
Cannes’s atmospheric old quarter with steep lanes, historic buildings, and elevated views over the harbor.
Scenic island escape with pine and eucalyptus trails, coves, and one of the most popular day trips from Cannes.
A Provençal fish stew of Mediterranean fish, shellfish, broth, and saffron, traditionally served with rouille and bread. A classic taste of the Riviera coast.
A summer vegetable and bean soup finished with pistou, a Provençal basil and olive oil sauce. It is a beloved regional home-style dish.
A Niçoise-Provençal tart topped with caramelized onions, anchovies, and olives. It is a staple snack and aperitif food across the Côte d’Azur.
A well-known traditional restaurant in Le Suquet serving Provençal specialties, seafood, and regional dishes in a cozy, rustic setting.
Refined Michelin-starred dining in Cannes, known for elegant Mediterranean cuisine and a polished luxury setting linked to the Hôtel Martinez.
A long-established seafood institution near the old port, famous for shellfish platters, fish dishes, and a lively classic brasserie atmosphere.
Cannes is pricey, especially during festivals and summer. Hotels, dining, and beach clubs cost more than in most French cities.
Service is usually included. Leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated. Round up for taxis and leave small change at cafés or bars.
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Gare de Cannes, Cannes -> Palais des Festivals et des Congres, Cannes
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