Antibes to Cannes: Train, Bus, Car, Travel Time and Prices
Barely eleven kilometers separate Antibes from Cannes, yet your choice of transport makes all the difference: ten minutes by train, half an hour by bus, sometimes much longer by car on a festival day. Whether you are staying in Antibes and fancy a day on the Croisette, or heading to a trade show at the Palais des Festivals, here is what you need to know to make the trip quickly and at the right price.
TER train: ten minutes from station to station
This is by far the most efficient option. TER regional trains link Antibes and Cannes stations in 10 to 11 minutes on average, 8 minutes for the fastest, with two possible stops on the way: Juan-les-Pins and Golfe-Juan-Vallauris. On weekdays there are several trains an hour in each direction from around 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., with a slightly thinner service on Sundays. Note that some TGV and OUIGO high-speed trains also stop at Antibes and Cannes, but TER tickets are not valid on them.
A single ticket costs €5 at the standard fare, €3.50 with the ZOU! Malin card (€20 a year, 30% off), and drops to €2.50 per person with the mini-group fare for five or more travelers. Cannes station is right in the center, a few minutes’ walk from Rue d’Antibes and the Croisette. For timetables, services and connections, see our page on Antibes SNCF station.
ZOU! bus 620: the seaside option
Formerly line 200, the ZOU! 620 links Nice and Cannes along the coast. It serves the Antibes Pôle d’échanges hub next to the station, then Juan-les-Pins and Golfe-Juan before reaching Cannes station. Buses run roughly every fifteen minutes on weekdays and every twenty minutes on Saturdays, with a reduced Sunday service, and the journey usually takes 25 to 35 minutes, longer in summer traffic. A night line, the 621, covers the same route after hours.
A ticket costs €2.20 (€1.50 with ZOU! Malin), making it the cheapest option. The bus is also handy if you are staying near a stop in Juan-les-Pins or Golfe-Juan, away from the stations, as it saves an extra walk with beach bags. On an August Saturday, however, the train is more reliable.
By car: twenty minutes… out of season
By road, it is 11 to 12 kilometers. You can take the A8 motorway from exit 44 (Antibes) to exit 42 (Cannes-Mougins), with a small toll, or follow the coast through Juan-les-Pins and Golfe-Juan, slower but more scenic. With clear roads the drive takes 20 to 30 minutes; in summer, at rush hour or during trade shows, 40 minutes or more is common, especially as you approach central Cannes.
The real issue is parking on arrival. Cannes has around twenty car parks and more than 7,000 spaces, several of them near the Palais des Festivals and the station, with some free-hour schemes at certain times of the week whose conditions are worth checking on the city’s website. Driving there and back only makes sense if you are continuing to a poorly served destination. For your return, our guide to parking in Antibes will help you find a space.
Taxi and ride-hailing: for late or early trips
A taxi between Antibes and Cannes costs about €35 during the day and around €44 at night, on Sundays and public holidays, according to local taxi estimates based on the 2026 regulated rates. Ride-hailing apps also cover this route, with a price shown when you book that can rise sharply during Cannes’ big events.
For a gala evening, a business meeting or a group, booking a private chauffeur in Antibes is the most relaxed solution: the car is waiting at the agreed time, with no parking to find and no queue at the taxi rank. Event organizers will find more ideas in our article on event transfers in Antibes.
What about going by sea?
There is no regular shuttle boat between Antibes and Cannes. In season, however, Riviera Lines runs crossings from Golfe-Juan, a few minutes by train from Antibes, to Cannes with a stop on Sainte-Marguerite island, for about €25 one way. It is a lovely way to see the bay and the Lérins Islands, but more of an excursion than a means of transport: limited departures, a seasonal service from April to September and weather-dependent sailings.
For other boat trips from Antibes, have a look at our page on Port Vauban and maritime shuttles.
Festivals and trade shows: plan ahead for busy days
Cannes runs to the rhythm of its major events: MIPIM in March, the Film Festival in mid-May, Cannes Lions in June, the Yachting Festival in September and MIPCOM in October. During those weeks, access roads are jammed, car parks are full and taxis are booked well in advance. Trains keep running normally, although they are busier when the shows open and close.
If you are staying in Antibes for an event in Cannes, the train is almost always the best choice, followed by a short walk to the Palais des Festivals. For several days of travel, the Pass SudAzur Explore (€35 for 3 days, €50 for 7 days) gives unlimited use of TER trains and most buses in the Alpes-Maritimes, including ZOU!, Envibus and Palm Bus.
Antibes to Cannes at a glance
Here are the main options with indicative travel times and prices, checked in September 2026:
| Mode | Time | Indicative price | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| TER train | 8–15 min | €5 (€3.50 with ZOU! Malin) | Several trains an hour on weekdays |
| ZOU! bus 620 | 25–35 min | €2.20 | Every 15–20 min on weekdays |
| Car | 20–40 min | Fuel, toll and parking | Highly variable summer traffic |
| Taxi | 20–35 min | About €35 (daytime) | At a rank or pre-booked |
| Boat from Golfe-Juan | Depends on stops | About €25 one way | Seasonal, more of an excursion |
Our tips for a smooth trip
Take the train by default and keep the bus for intermediate stops or tight budgets. Buy your ticket in advance on the SNCF Connect or ZOU! app, or from the machine at the station, so you are not doing it on the platform at the last minute. If you are staying in Juan-les-Pins, board at Juan-les-Pins station rather than going back to Antibes. And before settling on a café terrace in Cannes, check the time of the last train: after 11 p.m. you will need the night bus or a taxi.
If your whole stay is car-free, our guide to getting around Antibes without a car brings together other useful everyday tips.