Transfer to/from - Nice airport (NCE)

 

Public transportation services, licensed taxis and rideshare, private transfer companies and car rental services in Nice airport (NCE)

Transportation

 

Public Transport

The airport is excellently connected to Nice city centre and the French Riviera through a wide range of public and private transport options.

Trams

The most modern and convenient public transport option is the tram system. Stations are located just outside both terminals.

  • Line 2: Connects the airport with Nice city centre (Jean-Médecin) and ends at Port Lympia, with a journey time of less than 30 minutes. Operates every 7–8 minutes.
  • Line B: Links both terminals with the administrative centre (CADAM / Centre Administratif), with departures every 10 minutes.
  • Through both lines you can reach Grand Arénas station, where you can take line 3 towards the Saint-Isidore area and the Stade Allianz Riviera district.

A single transport ticket is usually the most economical option and can be purchased from ticket machines at the stations.

Train

The Nice Saint-Augustin railway station is just a 7-minute walk from Terminal 1, accessible via a pedestrian walkway. From there, TER (Transport Express Régional) trains offer connections to numerous destinations.

TER trains provide a quick connection to the centre of Nice (taking only 6 minutes) and to a wide network of destinations along the French Riviera and beyond, including Villefranche-sur-Mer, Monaco / Monte-Carlo, Menton, Ventimiglia, Antibes, Cannes, Toulon, and Marseille.

Taxis

Vehicles are available 24 hours a day outside the arrivals area of both terminals (entrance A3). The service is operated by the official cooperative Central Taxi Riviera Nice. Only licensed official taxis should be used to ensure safety and regulated fares.

The average journey time to Nice city centre is around 15 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The fixed fare (single price) is €32.00.

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Buses

The airport is a key hub for local and long-distance bus services, including the operators Lignes d'Azur and ZOU!. These services connect Nice with numerous cities along the French Riviera and surrounding regions.

  • Lignes d'Azur – Line 12: Travels to Promenade des Arts, passing via Promenade des Anglais, Place Masséna, Place Garibaldi, and Palais des Expositions. Departures are from in front of Terminal 1.
  • ZOU! Lines: Services depart from gates A1 and A3 of Terminal 2 and gate A0 of Terminal 1, heading to key destinations such as Aix-en-Provence, Antibes, Cannes, Monaco, Menton, and Saint-Raphaël.
  • Long-Distance Lines: Alsa, BlaBlaCar and FlixBus offer services to various destinations in France and nearby areas.

For more detailed information on public transport routes and timetables, visit the official page: Public Transport Options.

 
 

Latest updates: October 20, 2025

Transportation Tips to/from the airport

Although there are issues that seem more than obvious, it is always advisable to take them into account when moving to or from the airport, and especially if we go by public transport.
 
 1- To the airport - It is convenient to leave with a little more anticipation than what is commonly suggested. If you choose a taxi or a private car service, always take into account peak traffic times, demonstrations, strikes or events that may delay the journey to the airport from where you are. It is always good to be informed about what is happening.
 
If you contract a shared transfer service, have a contact telephone number handy in case of any delay by the company. In these cases they usually already have a scheduled collection time.
 
If you use public transport (collective, train) take into account the schedules (weekends and holidays tend to have less frequency), if you have to change and also how to board (if you need a card or paying the driver or motorist at the moment ). These are details that seem obvious, but it is advisable to know so as not to have surprises and suffer a delay that could cause complications.
 
If you rent a car to get to the airport, check where to leave the vehicle. At some airports, there is an exclusive parking lot for rental cars.
 
 2 -From the airport- Here it is a little less stressful since you don't have the pressure of missing your flight. In the worst case, you will arrive later at the place where you are going to stay or at the meeting point where you are trying to arrive.
 
Once you leave the plane, look for your suitcase and finish with the arrival procedures that are required. Then, follow the directions for public transportation or ask the airport staff.
 
It is very useful to find out in advance the schedules of the buses or trains in case you arrive late at night. Not all work 24 hours. The same goes for taxis. In case of using an Uber-type service, have the mobile application handy to contact the driver.
 
On the other hand, if you booked a private transport service, it is likely that they will have a person waiting for you, identified with a sign. If you rent a car to go from the airport to your final destination, for greater peace of mind it is advisable to book it in advance. Rental counters are usually available in the arrivals hall.

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