The cheapest and fastest trains from Nice to Cannes
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
27 m
Average duration
29 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nice to Cannes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Cannes will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 12 trains that leave Nice for Cannes every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 31 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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Compare coach and train for Nice to Cannes
Omio 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 coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 28m. 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 coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 26 km
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Live departures
Nice to Cannes train times
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Cannes trains for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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86032 | On time 11:22 Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h30 | 11:52 Cannes station | 0 changesdirect | |
17480 | 11:31 Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h28 | 11:59 Cannes station | 0 changesdirect | |
881226 | On time 11:36 Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h30 | 12:06 Cannes station | 0 changesdirect | |
86034 | On time 11:54 Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h31 | 12:25 Cannes station | 0 changesdirect | |
881130 | On time 12:09 Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h33 | 12:42 Cannes station | 0 changesdirect | |
86036 | On time 12:21 Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h30 | 12:51 Cannes station | 0 changesdirect | |
17482 | 12:31 Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h26 | 12:57 Cannes station | 0 changesdirect | |
881230 | On time 12:36 Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h32 | 13:08 Cannes station | 0 changesdirect | |
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881110 | On time 07:08 Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h30 | 07:38 Cannes station | 0 changesdirect | |
86012 | On time 07:21 Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h31 | 07:52 Cannes station | 0 changesdirect | |
17472 | 07:31 Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h28 | 07:59 Cannes station | 0 changesdirect | |
881210 | On time 07:37 Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h31 | 08:08 Cannes station | 0 changesdirect | |
86014 | On time 07:52 Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h31 | 08:23 Cannes station | 0 changesdirect | |
881114 | On time 08:07 Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h32 | 08:39 Cannes station | 0 changesdirect | |
86016 | On time 08:21 Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h31 | 08:52 Cannes station | 0 changesdirect | |
17474 | 08:31 Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h27 | 08:58 Cannes station | 0 changesdirect | |
881214 | On time 08:37 Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h31 | 09:08 Cannes station | 0 changesdirect | |
86018 | On time 08:54 Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h31 | 09:25 Cannes station | 0 changesdirect | |
6174 | On time 08:56 Nice-Ville | 0h32 | 09:28 Cannes station | 0 changesdirect | |
881118 | On time 09:07 Nice Saint-Augustin | 0h31 | 09:38 Cannes station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nice to Cannes
Trains from Nice to Cannes run on average 20 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 25m.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, TGV INOUI, ZOU!, SNCF from Nice to Cannes trainsSNCF TER, TGV INOUI, ZOU!, SNCF trains will get you between Nice and Cannes from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Nice to Cannes: Journey Details
The 24-40 minute train journey from Nice to Cannes can be undertaken from the Nice-Ville and Nice St Augustin railway stations, with services operational from around 5:00 a.m. to just after 9:00 p.m. on weekdays. There are 4 or more trains an hour, making a total of over 50 departures daily. Over the weekend, services start slightly later but continue until nearly midnight. All trains belong to the TER service which connects the coastal resorts of the French Riviera.
Taking the Train from Nice
The main departure point for trains from Nice to Cannes is the Gare de Nice-Ville on Avenue Thiers in the town centre. High-speed TGV services connect the station to Paris, Brussels and Geneva, and the 99 bus runs to Nice airport from early morning to early evening. The station is accessible by bus from around the city until about 8:00 p.m. and by tram until around midnight. Passengers arriving in Nice by air can board trains to Cannes at the Nice St Augustin railway station on the Avenue Henri Matisse, a 10 minute walk from the airport's Terminal 1.
Getting into Cannes by Train
Best known for its annual Film Festival, where Hollywood A-listers bask in the attention of the world's media, Cannes is the Cote d'Azur at its glitziest and most glamorous. Trains from Nice to Cannes terminate at the main railway station located in the centre of the city on rue Jean Jaures, a few minutes' stroll from the waterfront. Buses and taxis to destinations around town are available just outside the station, and there are also a range of high speed and night train services for those wishing to travel on into France and Italy. The station is closed from 1:15 a.m. to 5:10 a.m.
FAQs: Nice to Cannes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice to Cannes 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 Cannes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nice and Cannes
- Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station.
- Agora
- PAUL
- Sushi Side
- Factory Donuts
- Deli & Cia
- 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.
- Hotel Trocadero
- Ibis Nice Centre Gare
- Hotel Belle Meuniere
- Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30
- Located in the station main hall.
- Bus lines: Ligne d'Azur
- Tram lines: 1
- Train lines: TGV, OUIGO, Intercités, TER PACA 3, TER PACA 4, TER PACA 5, TER PACA 6, Russian Railways
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station with several public parking options.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.80
- 118 places, 50 covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a simple layout with two main platforms for regional trains.
- Tramway: Line 2, Line 3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional trains to Nice Central Station
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Restaurant Le Millésime
- La Roustide
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Apogia Nice
- Ibis Styles Nice Vieux Port
- 200 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tramway: Line 1 nearby
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Parking is available nearby, but details are not specified.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms serving regional trains.
- Bus: Line 603
- Tramway: Line T1
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Rue Jean Jaurès.
- Le Roof
- La Môme
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Barrière Le Majestic Cannes
- Hôtel Barrière Le Gray d'Albion Cannes
- Hôtel Montaigne & Spa
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: TER services
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby, with options for short-term and long-term stays.
- Le Bistrot des Toqués
- La Palmeraie
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- ibis Cannes Plage La Bocca
- Hotel Neptune
- Hotel B&B Cannes La Bocca Plage
- 132 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single-level layout with two platforms for regional train services.
- Bus: Line 1, Line 2
- Train: Regional trains to Nice and Grasse
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