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Musée Jean Cocteau - Collection Séverin Wunderman
Museum devoted to Jean Cocteau’s work, with drawings, ceramics and changing displays in a modern building on Menton’s seafront.
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£4
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
20 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
21 m
Trains on 07 Sept
12
Distance
10 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cap-d'Ail to Menton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cap-d'Ail to Menton will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
On Mon 07 Sept, we found 12 trains from Cap-d'Ail to Menton, including 12 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 10 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 21 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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86019Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cap-d'Ail to Menton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 10 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£5 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cap-d'Ail to Menton:
A coach is £0.16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cap-d'Ail to Menton costing on average £5.
Other travel options to Menton take longer:
Coach takes on average 43m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (18m by train vs 32m by car). Tickets start at around £5 compared to roughly £2 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.
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 Cap-d'Ail to Menton trains for tomorrow, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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86009 | 8:16 Cap-d'Ail | 0h20 | 8:36 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881115 | 8:26 Cap-d'Ail | 0h30 | 8:56 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86013 | 8:44 Cap-d'Ail | 0h21 | 9:05 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881203 | 8:54 Cap-d'Ail | 0h33 | 9:27 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86015 | 9:15 Cap-d'Ail | 0h21 | 9:36 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881119 | 9:24 Cap-d'Ail | 0h33 | 9:57 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86017 | 9:44 Cap-d'Ail | 0h21 | 10:05 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881207 | 9:53 Cap-d'Ail | 0h32 | 10:25 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86019 | 10:15 Cap-d'Ail | 0h21 | 10:36 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86023 | 10:45 Cap-d'Ail | 0h21 | 11:06 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
881123 | 10:56 Cap-d'Ail | 0h30 | 11:26 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
86025 | 11:15 Cap-d'Ail | 0h21 | 11:36 Menton station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Cap-d'Ail to Menton run on average 13 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 10 km distance in 17m.
Distance 10 km |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:36 |
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Discover the best of Menton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Menton trip today.
Museum devoted to Jean Cocteau’s work, with drawings, ceramics and changing displays in a modern building on Menton’s seafront.
Fine arts museum in the former Carnolès palace, showing paintings from the thirteenth to twentieth centuries and a noted citrus garden.
Regional prehistory museum with finds from nearby caves, explaining early human life on the Riviera in a compact central setting.
Menton’s broad seaside promenade, popular for walking, beach access and views across the bay towards the old town and Italy.
Historic old quarter of steep lanes, pastel houses and stairways leading to the basilica and cemetery, full of local character.
Large seafront garden with lawns, sculptures and palm trees, offering an easy central walk beside the beach and festival areas.
Chickpea flour pancake baked crisp in a wood oven. A Ligurian-style street food long loved on the Menton coast.
A Menton speciality tart of Swiss chard, rice, eggs and Parmesan, sometimes with herbs. It reflects the town’s Riviera and Italian influences.
Small fried pastries filled traditionally with Swiss chard and ricotta or rice. They are a classic snack in Menton and nearby Riviera towns.
Refined dining focused on seasonal Mediterranean produce and polished French cooking, suited to a longer evening meal.
Casual crêperie and café near the seafront, good for sweet and savoury crêpes, galettes and light meals.
Popular traditional restaurant for Menton and Niçois specialities, with a cosy old-town feel and dependable local cooking.
Moderate for the French Riviera: stays and dining cost more than inland France, but local buses, trains and simple cafés can keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Taxis may be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
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Menton -> Mairie de Menton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cap-d'Ail to Menton 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 Menton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cap-d'Ail to Menton trains use the Cap-d'Ail to Menton station pair, with some services arriving at Menton Garavan. Use this guide to compare Cap-d'Ail and Menton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Menton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: L'Orangerie, Le Petit Prince
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Ticket office support is available at Menton. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Menton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Menton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Menton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Menton: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Napoleon, Best Western Premier Hotel Prince De Galles, Hotel Riva Art & Spa.
Menton Garavan is 1 km from Menton city centre. Public transport options include:
Menton Garavan has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Menton Garavan.
Ticket office support is available at Menton Garavan.
Available at Menton Garavan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Menton Garavan: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Menton Garavan: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Riva Art & Spa, Hôtel Napoléon, Princess et Richmond.
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