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Nice airport to city centre: trains, buses, taxis and costs
Take the TER train from Nice Saint-Augustin (a short walk or shuttle from Terminal 1) to Nice-Ville: about 10 minutes, €2–5, and it drops you in the city centre. Take bus 12 or the express bus if you are near the Promenade or the port. Take a taxi only with luggage, late at night, or a fixed fare to the centre.
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Key facts
- Best default
- TER train from Nice Saint-Augustin to Nice-Ville, about 10 min, €2–5 (2026 estimate)
- Airport
- Nice Côte d'Azur (NCE), 7 km west of the centre
- Train station
- Nice Saint-Augustin, walk or free shuttle from Terminal 1; Terminal 2 via shuttle (check)
- Bus to centre
- Bus 12 and express services to the Promenade des Anglais and port area; €1.70–10 (2026 estimate, check)
- Taxi
- Fixed fare to the centre, roughly €35–45 daytime (2026 estimate, check)
- Rideshare
- Pick-up zones at both terminals; price varies with demand (check)
- Night arrival
- Train stops overnight; bus and taxi only (check)
- Payment
- Buy train and bus tickets at machines or on the app before boarding; validate
Quick answer
Take the TER train from Nice Saint-Augustin to Nice-Ville: about 10 minutes, €2–5 (2026 estimate), and you land in the city centre. The station is a short walk or shuttle ride from Terminal 1; from Terminal 2 you take the free inter-terminal shuttle first (check).
Bus 12 and the express airport buses run to the Promenade des Anglais and the port area, roughly €1.70–10 (2026 estimate, check). They are slower in traffic but useful if your hotel is on the seafront rather than near Nice-Ville.
A taxi is the simple choice with heavy bags, at night, or when you are heading somewhere the train and bus do not reach. Expect a fixed fare to the centre of roughly €35–45 daytime (2026 estimate, check).
| Option | Where it goes | Time | Cost (2026 estimate) |
|---|---|---|---|
| TER train | Nice-Ville station, city centre | About 10 min | €2–5 |
| Bus 12 / express bus | Promenade des Anglais, port area | 20–40 min depending on traffic | €1.70–10 |
| Taxi | Anywhere in the centre, door to door | 15–25 min | €35–45 daytime (check) |
| Rideshare | Pick-up zones at both terminals | 15–25 min | Varies with demand (check) |
Times are station-to-station or kerb-to-kerb; add walking and waiting.
Options in detail
The TER regional train is the default for anyone staying near the centre. Nice Saint-Augustin sits close to the airport, and trains run along the coast towards Nice-Ville and on to Monaco and Menton. Buy at a machine or on the app before boarding and validate; ticket checks are common and on-board fines are steep.
Bus 12 and the express services cover the seafront and the port. They are cheap and frequent in daylight, but the Promenade des Anglais and the centre can be slow in summer traffic. If you are arriving in the evening with a suitcase, the train or a taxi is usually the better call.
Taxis wait outside both terminals and charge a fixed fare to the centre. Rideshare pick-up zones are signed at both terminals; prices move with demand, so compare before you commit. The train does not run overnight, which leaves bus and taxi as the late options.
- Train: fastest and cheapest for the centre; validate your ticket
- Bus: best for the Promenade and the port, slower in traffic
- Taxi: fixed fare, easiest with luggage or at night
- Rideshare: check the signed pick-up zone at your terminal
Costs
All figures are 2026 estimates and can change. The train is the cheapest reliable option; the bus is comparable or slightly cheaper depending on the service; the taxi is the one you pay for convenience.
| Item | Cost (2026 estimate) |
|---|---|
| TER train, airport area to Nice-Ville | €2–5 |
| Bus 12 / express bus | €1.70–10 |
| Taxi to the centre, daytime | €35–45 (check) |
| Rideshare to the centre | Varies with demand (check) |
Tips
Buy and validate your train or bus ticket before boarding. Machines and apps are the normal route; inspectors do work the coastal lines and the fine is far more than the fare.
Allow extra time in July and August. The coast road and the Promenade can be slow, and the airport is busy on weekend evenings.
If you are heading to Cannes, Antibes or Monaco, you can often pick up a coastal train without going into Nice first. Check the connection at Saint-Augustin before you commit to a taxi.
- Validate tickets; fines apply on board
- Add 15–20 minutes in summer traffic
- Coastal trains continue to Cannes, Antibes and Monaco
Questions people ask
How do I get from Nice airport to the city centre?
Take the TER train from Nice Saint-Augustin to Nice-Ville: about 10 minutes, €2–5 (2026 estimate). Bus 12 and the express buses serve the Promenade and the port. A taxi to the centre is roughly €35–45 daytime (check).
How much is a taxi from Nice airport?
Expect a fixed fare of roughly €35–45 to the centre in daytime (2026 estimate, check). Night, luggage and extra passengers can change the total. Rideshare prices vary with demand; compare at the signed pick-up zone.
Is there a train from Nice airport?
Yes. Nice Saint-Augustin station is a short walk or shuttle from Terminal 1, with trains to Nice-Ville in about 10 minutes for €2–5 (2026 estimate). From Terminal 2, take the free inter-terminal shuttle first (check).
Does the train run at night?
No. The TER service stops overnight, so late arrivals use the bus or a taxi. Check the last departure for your date before you fly, as timetables change seasonally.
Can I get to Cannes or Antibes from the airport?
Often yes. Coastal trains from the airport area run towards Cannes, Antibes and Monaco, so you may not need to go into Nice first. Check the connection at Saint-Augustin for your arrival time.
Deep dive
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