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Musée Océanographique de Monaco
Marine museum and aquarium in nearby Monaco, popular for ocean conservation displays and historic collections linked to Prince Albert I.
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€5
Fastest journey
13 m
Average duration
13 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nice to Cap-d'Ail is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Cap-d'Ail will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 31 trains that leave Nice for Cap-d'Ail on Wed, Aug 26, 31 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 26 the direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest trains will take 13 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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881123Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nice to Cap-d'Ail among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, and a bus costs an average of €5.
Distance: 6 miles (11 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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€5 Average price Cheapest | €5 Average price | €6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
44m Average total duration Fastest 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus 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 Cap-d'Ail:
A train is €0.14 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Nice to Cap-d'Ail costing on average €5.
Other travel options to Cap-d'Ail take longer:
Bus takes on average 18m.
The journey is about 18m faster (14m by train vs 32m by car) and roughly €1 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€5 vs €6). 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 ZOU!, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, 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 to Cap-d'Ail trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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86003 | 5:58 AM Nice-Riquier | 0h13 | 6:11 AM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
881103 | 6:29 AM Nice-Riquier | 0h14 | 6:43 AM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
86005 | 6:58 AM Nice-Riquier | 0h13 | 7:11 AM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
881107 | 7:07 AM Nice-Riquier | 0h14 | 7:21 AM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
86007 | 7:27 AM Nice-Riquier | 0h14 | 7:41 AM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
881201 | 7:39 AM Nice-Riquier | 0h14 | 7:53 AM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
86009 | 7:59 AM Nice-Riquier | 0h14 | 8:13 AM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
881115 | 8:08 AM Nice-Riquier | 0h13 | 8:21 AM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
86013 | 8:27 AM Nice-Riquier | 0h14 | 8:41 AM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
881203 | 8:39 AM Nice-Riquier | 0h13 | 8:52 AM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
86015 | 8:58 AM Nice-Riquier | 0h13 | 9:11 AM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
881119 | 9:07 AM Nice-Riquier | 0h13 | 9:20 AM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
86017 | 9:29 AM Nice-Riquier | 0h14 | 9:43 AM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
881207 | 9:39 AM Nice-Riquier | 0h13 | 9:52 AM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
86019 | 9:59 AM Nice-Riquier | 0h14 | 10:13 AM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
881211 | 10:07 AM Nice-Riquier | 0h14 | 10:21 AM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
86023 | 10:29 AM Nice-Riquier | 0h14 | 10:43 AM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
881123 | 10:40 AM Nice-Riquier | 0h13 | 10:53 AM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
86025 | 10:59 AM Nice-Riquier | 0h14 | 11:13 AM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
86027 | 11:27 AM Nice-Riquier | 0h14 | 11:41 AM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
86033 | 12:31 PM Nice-Riquier | 0h15 | 12:46 PM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
881131 | 12:39 PM Nice-Riquier | 0h14 | 12:53 PM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
86035 | 12:59 PM Nice-Riquier | 0h14 | 1:13 PM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
881223 | 1:08 PM Nice-Riquier | 0h13 | 1:21 PM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
86037 | 1:27 PM Nice-Riquier | 0h14 | 1:41 PM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
881135 | 1:38 PM Nice-Riquier | 0h13 | 1:51 PM Cap-d'Ail | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Nice to Cap-d'Ail run on average 14 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (11 km) distance in 14m.
Distance 6 miles (11 km) |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 12:23 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Discover the best of Cap-d'Ail — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cap-d'Ail trip today.
Marine museum and aquarium in nearby Monaco, popular for ocean conservation displays and historic collections linked to Prince Albert I.
Municipal cultural venue hosting art and heritage exhibitions in a historic villa. The key gallery space within Cap-d'Ail itself.
Major art museum in nearby Monaco, known for international exhibitions inside the Villa Paloma and Villa Sauber sites.
Scenic coastal trail linking coves and cliffs. One of the best walks in Cap-d'Ail for sea views, swimming spots, and photos.
Popular beach and bay framed by villas and rocks. Ideal for swimming, relaxing, and enjoying a classic Riviera setting.
Old village district with stepped lanes and viewpoints. Worth visiting for a quieter local feel above the glamorous coastline.
Chickpea flour pancake crisped in a wood oven. A Niçois classic eaten across the Riviera, especially as a street snack by the sea.
Vegetable stew of tomatoes, courgettes, aubergines, peppers, onions and herbs. A Provençal staple celebrating Mediterranean produce.
Salad with tomatoes, anchovies, tuna, eggs, olives and raw vegetables. It is the signature dish of nearby Nice and widely loved locally.
Celebrated fine dining at La Chèvre d'Or in nearby Èze, known for haute cuisine, polished service and panoramic Mediterranean views.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining at Château Eza with refined French Riviera cuisine and spectacular sea views above Cap-d'Ail.
Seafront restaurant on Marquet beach serving Mediterranean seafood and grill dishes in a relaxed, upscale setting.
Very expensive versus many French beach towns. Hotels, dining, and Riviera transit links cost more, especially in summer; budget options are limited.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up; small change is fine in cafes.
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Cap-d'Ail Station -> Monaco-Monte-Carlo Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice to Cap-d'Ail by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cap-d'Ail, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nice to Cap-d'Ail trains use the Nice Ville to Cap-d'Ail station pair. Use this guide to compare Nice and Cap-d'Ail train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nice Ville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Agora, PAUL, Sushi Side, Factory Donuts, Deli & Cia
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located on the forecourt of the station, on the right when exiting the station hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30. Information desks are located in the station main hall.
Available at Nice Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nice Ville: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Ville: Level access from the entrance to the station, barrier-free toilets, magnetic induction loops. Assistance offered by Accès Plus to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, located in the central hall.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Trocadero, Ibis Nice Centre Gare, Hotel Belle Meuniere.
Nice Riquier is 1 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice Riquier has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Millésime, La Roustide
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Ticket office support is available at Nice Riquier. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Nice Riquier: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nice Riquier: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Riquier: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Apogia Nice, Ibis Styles Nice Vieux Port.
Nice Saint-Augustin is 5 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice Saint-Augustin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Ticket office support is available at Nice Saint-Augustin. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Ramps, restrooms.
Cap-d'Ail is 1 km from Cap-d'Ail city centre. Public transport options include:
Cap-d'Ail has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Eden Plage, La Pinede
Available at Cap-d'Ail: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cap-d'Ail: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cap-d'Ail: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Miramar, Riviera Marriott Hotel La Porte de Monaco, Hotel Normandy.
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