How to Use Public Transport in Nice France & on the French Riviera | Trams, Buses, Trains Explained

Planning to explore the Côte d’Azur without a car? In this updated guide, Anja & Aila show you how to use public transport in Nice France and surrounding places like Cannes, Monaco, Menton! From trams and buses to regional trains, travel passes, ferry routes, and handy park & ride tips — everything you need for getting around the Riviera is right here.

They’ll also answer your FAQs:
✔️ Which apps to use 📱
✔️ How to get from Nice to Monaco, Cannes & more 🚊
✔️ Where to buy tickets 🎫
✔️ And whether you can bring your dog or bike 🐶🚲

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📌 What’s in this video:
00:00 Intro
#1 How Public Transport Works on the French Riviera
#2 Getting from Nice Airport into Town
#3 How to Use the Tram & Bus in Nice
#4 Public Transport for Day Trips
#5 Transport Passes – Which Ones Are Worth It?
#6 FAQs – Useful Things to Know

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🌟 Destination: Côte d’Azur / French Riviera 🌟
📍https://maps.app.goo.gl/TmdzVwRDwvCb86zG6

NICE
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BUS and TRAIN maps (2025):

🚃 + 🚌 LIGNES D’AZUR (main lines):
https://bit.ly/43OmIkM

🚌 ZOU! Buses:
https://bit.ly/3T77PVA

🚊 TER / ZOU! regional trains:
http://bit.ly/4kXvdRv

POPULAR JOURNEYS AND WHAT’S THE BEST WAY TO GET THERE
➡️ Nice Airport to Nice City
Tram Line 2 (blue line) — direct from Terminal 1 and 2 to city center
Validate your ticket when boarding
Price: €1.70 if you follow our instructions https://youtu.be/gfvaEzpOPy0?si=yRPGXMEne82RYpRA (and unless you get a 10-trip card or pass)
➡️ Nice to Monaco
Best option: TER regional train (14-25 min)
Trains leave about every 15 minutes
Buy tickets at machines, or via SNCF Connect (app)
Avoid peak times
Alternative:
ZOU! Bus 607 (along coast), 602 (only runs a few times a day)
ZOU! Express Line 80 (Airport T2 – Monaco)
➡️ Nice to Cannes
Best option: TER train (30-40 min)
Runs regularly, same booking options as Monaco
Alternative:
ZOU! Bus 620 (cheap, scenic, slow – over 1h30)
ZOU! Express Line 81 (Airport T2 – Cannes train station)
➡️ Nice to Antibes
Best option: TER train (20 min)
Alternative:
ZOU! Bus 620 (cheap, scenic, slow)
ZOU! Express Line 82 (Airport T2 – Antibes)
➡️ Nice to Èze Village
Bus:
82 (Lignes d’Azur)
602 (ZOU!); only runs a few times a day
TER train to Èze-sur-Mer:
plus: hike up to the village (steep, 1 hour)
➡️ Nice to Saint-Paul-de-Vence
ZOU! Bus 655 or 636 from Cagnes-sur-Mer (650 to get to Cagnes-sur-Mer from Nice)
Not super frequent, check schedules
No train goes here
➡️ Nice to Saint-Tropez
No direct train
Options:
Train to Saint-Raphaël + ferry to Saint-Tropez
In summer: ferry from Nice (1h30-2h)

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all right first things first Public transport on the French Riviera isn’t quite as smooth or simple as it is in big cities like London Paris or Berlin But hey it’s there And in this video we’ll show you how to get around Nice and the coast without blowing your budget on taxis We’ve actually done a couple of videos about public transport before but this one’s a fresh updated version with everything you need to know in one place And since we still get loads of questions about how it all works we’ll also answer the most common ones at the end Public transport here in the French Riviera can feel a little fragmented but once you get the hang of it it’s totally doable So let’s break it down Lina Dour is the main network in Nice and the immediate area Think trams city buses and a few suburban lines If you’re mostly sticking around Nice this is what you’ll be hopping on Zoo is the regional bus service connecting the rest of the Almari team places like K Grass Monton and beyond Fun fact it actually covers all six departments of the Paka region now called Reud TER lately also branded as zoo because why make it easy is the regional train service running mostly along the coast from Marles and beyond to Ventimeia in Italy This is your go-to for coastal day trips And here’s where it gets a bit messy Apart from Niss’s Lin Dour every other area in the Almaritin department has its own separate bus network Yep different names different tickets Not ideal but here are the main ones so you know what’s what Each network comes with its own ticketing system But good news there’s a pass that works across all networks The pass soon Azure Explorer or in English South Azour pass We’ll explain how it works in chapter 5 Quick rule of thumb buses and trams on the Riviera are super affordable Regional trains cost a bit more but they’re still reasonable and way quicker than taking the bus for longer trips So if you’re planning to hop between towns the train’s usually your best bet So how’d you get from the airport into town the good news is Nice airport is super close to the city center And once you know your options it’s actually pretty simple We’ve done a full video just on this topic where we break down everything in detail but here’s the short version The easiest and cheapest way is tram line 2 It runs from both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 straight into town with handy stops like Jeita in the city center and Polampia down by the harbor You can also hop over to tram lines one or three if you need to reach other parts of Nice There’s a brand new line B too but honestly tourists usually won’t need that one Now quick heads up about tickets The ticket machines at the airport only sell a€ 10 return ticket for the airport tram Total ripoff But don’t worry in our airport video you’ll see how to legally get the same trip for €540 instead There are express buses heading to places like K on and Monaco but for getting into Nice itself the tram is usually the better option Another option the Nissan Agugustan train station It’s just a quick tram ride away Get off at Karina which is one stop from terminal 1 or two stops from terminal 2 Super easy Every tram leaving the airport will stop there And the ride to this stop is free From the Sant Agusta station across the street you can jump on a train to head along the coast again to places like K Monaco Mon or even as far as Marles Of course you can also grab a taxi or ride share like Uber or Bolt Just so you know official taxis have a flat rate of currently €32 to N City Center Make sure to confirm the price with the driver before you hop in Ride shares are usually a bit cheaper but prices can go up if it’s busy If you need a car you’ll find rental desks inside Terminal 1 in the arrivals area until 10 p.m And there’s a huge car rental center just outside Terminal 2 open until midnight But honestly unless you’re leaving town straight away you really don’t need a car for Nice itself Public transport and walking will get you just about everywhere Once you’ve arrived in Nice getting around is actually pretty simple You can see and do a lot just on foot But for everything else there’s the tram and bus network to help you out There are three trimm lines and knees The red line one runs from north to east passing right through the city center The blue line two connects the airport to the harbor Polampia and it crosses paths with line one And the green line three goes from the harbor to the northwestern suburbs with stops at places like the Alian Riviera Stadium and IKEA Trams run often from early morning until around midnight Nice also has a big bus network but it’s not quite as easy to figure out as the tram We always use Google Maps or the Move It app on our phones to check which bus we need Some nice spots like Mumbo with those amazing views are actually easiest to reach by bus A one-way ticket for both the tram and bus is €170 You can buy tickets at the machines by the tram platforms or directly from the bus driver We really recommend using the machines though They’re easy to use can be switched to English and they take Visa Mastercard and coins Now here’s something important You’ll need a la which costs €2 extra when you first get it but you can reload at any time and it works for both trams and buses in Nice And the best part you can share one card between several people I and I always use the same one You can load it with as many single trips as you like For example get 10 trips for €17 or by passes for example a day pass for €7 No matter what ticket or pass you have always validate it when you hop on whether it’s a tram a bus or when switching between the two One ticket is good for 74 minutes in one direction And you can hop on and off as many times as you want within that time Just validate it each time you board And if you’re using L for multiple people just validate it twice three times or however many people are in your group even if you’re changing lines One tiny thing that we want to point out there are few not many underground tram stations in these And at those you’ll also need your ticket to get out So if you’re using LA for several people the person holding the card should let everyone out first by validating and then head out last We’ve actually tried handing the card back over the machine It does work but you’ll hear a beep like it’s not too happy about it But don’t worry we checked with the Lina Dazour agent and it’s absolutely fine and legal to share Another thing we get asked a lot can you reuse your Lat on your next trip to Nice the answer is yes You can totally keep it and recharge it next time you’re here If you’re smart leave at least one trip on it to cover your next ride from the airport into town Now if you’re only visiting once chances are you lose the €2 you paid for the card It’s a bit of a hassle to get the money back and you can’t return it if you need it one last time to get to the airport There’s no real night transport in Nice Buses trains and trams generally stop running around midnight depending on the line After midnight you’ll need to grab a taxi or a ride share like Uber or B to get home If you want to explore beyond these places like Kont Monaco or Monton public transport is cheap mostly reliable unless there’s a strike and works well if you plan a little ahead It’s not super fast but often easier than dealing with coastal traffic by car The easiest way between coastal towns is by train Regional TER or Zoo trains ran between Grass and Ventimeia on the Italian border stopping at all major towns in between Tickets cost around 5 to€10 one way depending on the distance There’s also a second regional train line from Marles to Ventilia Buy tickets at station machines on the SNCF Connect app or at ticket desks in bigger stations Good to know there’s no need to validate train tickets but you’ll need them to access the platforms at some stations like Nice Tickets are valid all day for the chosen date You can hop on or off along your route as much as you like For example buy a nice can ticket get off in for a stroll then catch a later train to Can Just remember to buy a return ticket too For spots the train doesn’t reach or if you’re on a budget the zoo bus network is a solid option You can reach places like K grass Monaco Monto and villages in between And while regular tickets for a zoo bus are €210 tickets for express lines are more expensive and depend on the distance As mentioned before the eastbound TER or zoo trains get all the way to Ventilia in Italy Perfect for the Friday market or a quick Italian day trip In summer fairies run between Nice Sanrope Khan Monaco and the illance in K They are pricier than buses or trains but very scenic and you skip the traffic If you’re planning to explore Nice in the French Riviera by public transport a few passes can save you time and money Here are the three most useful options Let’s start with the line dazour passes that cover trams and buses within N and are available for 1 to 30 consecutive days Ideal if you’re staying in Nice and plan to use public transport often If you get this pass use it for your ride from the airport into town You cannot buy it at the airport but take the free tram ride to Grandarina and grab it from the ticket machine there Planning day trips to Cani Monaco or Monton the passure covers unlimited travel on buses trams and te regional trains across the Almari team including Monaco and of course all desour services in Nice Perfect for travelers with multiple trips beyond Nice planned You can choose the start date and it runs for consecutive days Available at any tram ticket machine airport included The TER regional pass gives unlimited access to TER or zoo trains across the entire province alu region for three or seven consecutive days A good pick if you’re heading beyond the Almari team Note buses are not included There’s also a TER day pass for just one department for Almari team that is knees can monaco etc It’s €20 for one person with each extra traveler paying only €5 So for example four adults would pay €35 Whether it’s worth it depends on how far you’ll go and how many of you are traveling And now for some of the questions we get asked most often that we haven’t covered yet Which app should I use for public transport on the French Riviera unfortunately there’s no single app that covers everything here We recommend using Google Maps or Move It to check which bus or train you’ll need For tickets there are different apps The Line Dour app for buses and trams in Nice the Zoo app for regional buses beyond Nice and the SNCF Connect app for train tickets Is there a park and ride in Nice yes and it’s a great idea especially in summer when traffic and parking are a nightmare You can leave your car at a park and ride called Parazur and hop on the tram into town If you’re arriving via the A8 motorway these three spots are easy to reach Parazour Charlan at exit 51 Nissan Austa Parkazidor at exit 52 Nissant Isidor and Parkazia at exit 55 Nissor The ride into town costs €170 per person Parking is free for up to 22 hours Just submit your validated Trump ticket when leaving Can you take bikes or dogs on public transport bikes are allowed on TER trains but not during peak hours And small dogs and bags travel free on buses and trains Bigger dogs need a halfp price ticket How’d you get to the most popular destinations from Nice We’ve made a handy list for you which you’ll find in the video description It shows how to reach Monaco K on Esrope And that’s it for our updated public transport guide on the French Riviera If this helped give it a like hit subscribe and check out our other Cotesio videos There’s so much more to explore Got questions drop them in the comments We’ll help if we can See you on the next trip Abanto