Getting around Nice

Updated October 2026Sources

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How to get around Nice

The tram and buses cover the city; walking works in the center. Trains along the coast reach Antibes, Cannes, Monaco and Menton cheaply.

Ways to get around Nice

Very walkable

Option	Fare	Good to know
Tram lines 1, 2, 3	1.70 EUR single	Line 2 connects the airport to the port; validate your ticket
Lignes d'Azur buses	1.70 EUR single	Same ticket as tram; 10-trip card is cheaper
TER train (coast)	2–10 EUR	To Monaco 4 EUR, Antibes about 4 EUR, Cannes about 8 EUR
Vélo Bleu bikes	Day pass a few EUR	Station bikes along the Promenade

Ride-hailing apps in Nice

A 5 km ride costs about €12–22 ($14–25).

App	Notes
Uber	Works well; mixes taxis and cars
Bolt	Often cheaper than Uber

Official taxis are metered but pricey. Tram and train are faster for most trips.

Arriving in Nice

Nice Côte d'Azur (NCE)

Tram T2 to the center 1.70 EUR, 30 min; fixed taxi about 35–40 EUR; express bus lines 99/110 to the station and Promenade.

Driving and onward travel

Scooters: Scooter rentals exist but traffic and parking are difficult; trams and walking are easier.
Driving: on the right. Non-EU licences are valid for visits; carry an IDP or official French translation if yours isn't in French.
Onward travel in France: TGVs link Paris with most cities in 1–4 hours; book early or use low-cost OUIGO trains. FlixBus and BlaBlaCar are cheaper; rural areas need a car.

Quick answers

Is there Uber in Nice?

Yes. Apps that work here: Uber, Bolt.

What's the best way to get around Nice?

The tram and buses cover the city; walking works in the center. Trains along the coast reach Antibes, Cannes, Monaco and Menton cheaply.

How do I get from the airport to Nice?

Tram T2 to the center 1.70 EUR, 30 min; fixed taxi about 35–40 EUR; express bus lines 99/110 to the station and Promenade.

Is Nice walkable?

Very walkable.

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Sources

Fares are typical 2026 prices; check the operator for today's fares. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.