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Musée Volti
Museum inside the citadel presenting Volti’s sculptures. A compact cultural stop in a major historic setting.
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£10
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
47 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
47 m
Trains on 12 Sept
12
Distance
29 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cannes to Villefranche-sur-Mer is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cannes to Villefranche-sur-Mer will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
On Sat 12 Sept, we found 12 trains from Cannes to Villefranche-sur-Mer, including 12 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 29 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 47 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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86017
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881127Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cannes to Villefranche-sur-Mer among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 45m. 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 coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 29 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£10 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 17m Average total duration 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration Fastest 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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 Cannes to Villefranche-sur-Mer:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cannes to Villefranche-sur-Mer costing on average £10.
Other travel options to Villefranche-sur-Mer take longer:
Train takes on average 47m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (47m by train vs 55m by car). Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £9 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with ZOU!, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Cannes to Villefranche-sur-Mer trains for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
86017 | On time 8:42 Cannes station | 0h48 | 9:30 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881207 | On time 8:53 Cannes station | 0h47 | 9:40 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86019 | On time 9:13 Cannes station | 0h49 | 10:02 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881211 | On time 9:22 Cannes station | 0h47 | 10:09 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86023 | On time 9:42 Cannes station | 0h49 | 10:31 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881123 | 9:55 Cannes station | 0h47 | 10:42 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86025 | 10:13 Cannes station | 0h48 | 11:01 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86027 | 10:40 Cannes station | 0h51 | 11:31 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
17473 · 86033 | On time 11:05 Cannes station | 1h28 | 12:33 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 change | |
86035 | 12:15 Cannes station | 0h47 | 13:02 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881223 | 12:23 Cannes station | 0h47 | 13:10 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86037 | 12:42 Cannes station | 0h49 | 13:31 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881135 | 12:55 Cannes station | 0h47 | 13:42 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86039 | 13:13 Cannes station | 0h49 | 14:02 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881227 | 13:24 Cannes station | 0h47 | 14:11 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86043 | 13:42 Cannes station | 0h48 | 14:30 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881139 | 13:55 Cannes station | 0h47 | 14:42 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86045 | 14:13 Cannes station | 0h50 | 15:03 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881231 | 14:22 Cannes station | 0h50 | 15:12 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86047 | 14:43 Cannes station | 0h48 | 15:31 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881143 | 14:54 Cannes station | 0h48 | 15:42 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86049 | 15:11 Cannes station | 0h47 | 15:58 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881235 | 15:23 Cannes station | 0h49 | 16:12 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86053 | 15:42 Cannes station | 0h48 | 16:30 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881147 | 15:55 Cannes station | 0h47 | 16:42 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86055 | 16:13 Cannes station | 0h48 | 17:01 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881239 | 16:22 Cannes station | 0h47 | 17:09 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86057 | 16:42 Cannes station | 0h48 | 17:30 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881151 | 16:54 Cannes station | 0h48 | 17:42 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86059 | 17:12 Cannes station | 0h48 | 18:00 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881243 | 17:24 Cannes station | 0h48 | 18:12 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86063 | 17:42 Cannes station | 0h48 | 18:30 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881155 | 17:54 Cannes station | 0h48 | 18:42 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86065 | 18:13 Cannes station | 0h48 | 19:01 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881247 | 18:23 Cannes station | 0h47 | 19:10 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86067 | 18:42 Cannes station | 0h48 | 19:30 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881159 | 18:55 Cannes station | 0h47 | 19:42 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86069 | 19:13 Cannes station | 0h49 | 20:02 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881251 | 19:23 Cannes station | 0h47 | 20:10 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86073 | 19:42 Cannes station | 0h48 | 20:30 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881163 | 19:55 Cannes station | 0h47 | 20:42 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86075 | 20:12 Cannes station | 0h48 | 21:00 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881177 | 20:36 Cannes station | 0h48 | 21:24 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881167 | 20:50 Cannes station | 0h52 | 21:42 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86079 | 21:17 Cannes station | 0h48 | 22:05 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
86083 | 21:43 Cannes station | 0h48 | 22:31 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 12 September | |||||
86015 | 8:13 Cannes station | 0h48 | 9:01 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
881119 | 8:22 Cannes station | 0h48 | 9:10 Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Cannes to Villefranche-sur-Mer run on average 14 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 27m.
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:39 |
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Discover the best of Villefranche-sur-Mer — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Villefranche-sur-Mer trip today.
Museum inside the citadel presenting Volti’s sculptures. A compact cultural stop in a major historic setting.
The chapel can also be visited as an art site for Cocteau’s decorative work, offering a focused experience of modern mural art in a historic space.
Small local history museum in the citadel with collections on crafts, traditions and daily life in Villefranche-sur-Mer.
The town’s main beach curves along the bay with clear views and easy access from the centre. Popular for swimming and seaside walks.
Steep old-town lanes with ochre façades, stairways and sea glimpses. Best explored on foot for atmosphere and local character.
Charming waterfront lined with colourful buildings, boats and access to the old town. Ideal for a scenic stroll and photographs.
Niçoise-style stuffed vegetables, usually courgettes, peppers or onions, baked with a filling of vegetables, herbs and often meat. A Riviera home-cooking staple.
Traditional Nice chickpea flatbread baked in a wood-fired oven with olive oil and pepper. Simple, beloved street food across the Côte d’Azur.
A salad of tomatoes, anchovies, tuna, eggs, olives and raw vegetables. It is a defining dish of Nice cuisine and common along this coast.
Friendly old-town crêperie and bistro with savoury galettes, salads and simple French dishes in a laid-back setting.
Refined seaside dining in the old town, known for Mediterranean fish and elegant Riviera cooking in a polished setting.
Historic harbour restaurant serving Provençal and Niçoise dishes, with a classic terrace atmosphere facing the water.
More expensive than many French coastal towns. Hotels, dining and beach-season prices are high, though local buses and trains keep day-to-day transport fairly manageable.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent service is appreciated. Round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cannes to Villefranche-sur-Mer 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 Villefranche-sur-Mer, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cannes to Villefranche-sur-Mer trains use the Cannes to Villefranche-sur-Mer station pair. Use this guide to compare Cannes and Villefranche-sur-Mer train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Cannes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Roof, La Môme
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Cannes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Cannes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cannes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cannes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cannes: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Barrière Le Majestic Cannes, Hôtel Barrière Le Gray d'Albion Cannes, Hôtel Montaigne & Spa.
Le Bosquet is 2 km from Cannes city centre. Public transport options include:
Le Bosquet has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Le Bosquet.
ATMs are available at Le Bosquet.
Available at Le Bosquet: Parking, WC.
Available at Le Bosquet: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Le Bosquet.
Cannes la Bocca is 2 km from Cannes city centre. Public transport options include:
Cannes la Bocca has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot des Toqués, La Palmeraie
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Cannes la Bocca. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Cannes la Bocca: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cannes la Bocca: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cannes la Bocca.
Nearby hotels include ibis Cannes Plage La Bocca, Hotel Neptune, Hotel B&B Cannes La Bocca Plage.
Villefranche-sur-Mer has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: La Belle Etoile, Les Garçons, Espuma
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Villefranche-sur-Mer. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Villefranche-sur-Mer.
Available at Villefranche-sur-Mer: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Villefranche-sur-Mer: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villefranche-sur-Mer: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Welcome Hotel, Hotel La Regence, Hotel Le Versailles.
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