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Nice Côte d'Azur Airport to Nice — Transport Guide 2026

Nice (NCE) is 7 km from the city centre. Tram Line 2 is the fastest + best value. Uber and Bolt widely used.

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Last updated: 2026-07

By AirConnect Editorial
Cheapest
Tram Line 2 (~$1.60)
Fastest
Uber (~15 min)

Every transport option compared

Tram Line 2 (to city centre)

metro · Best for: Best value + direct
Cost
€1.50 (~$1.60)
Time
20-25 min direct
Frequency
Every 10 min
Direct to city centre + Old Town. Runs 06:00-23:30.

Bus 12 (to city centre)

bus · Best for: Budget alternative to tram
Cost
€1.50 (~$1.60)
Time
25-30 min
Frequency
Every 20-30 min

Uber / Bolt

ride share · Best for: App-based
Cost
€20-35 ($22-38)
Time
15-25 min
Frequency
On-demand
Cheaper than taxis.

Airport taxi (fixed rate)

taxi · Best for: Direct + baggage
Cost
€30-50 (~$33-55) to city / €90+ to Monaco
Time
15-25 min
Frequency
On-demand
Fixed rates published at the taxi rank.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

No queues, no scam risk. Driver meets you inside arrivals with your name. Price locked before you fly.

Getting out of Nice (NCE)

Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.

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Our pick

Driver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.

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Where to stay in Nice

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Frequently asked

How far is Nice Côte d'Azur Airport from Nice?
Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) is 7 km from Nice city centre.
What is the cheapest way from NCE to Nice?
Tram Line 2 (~$1.60)
What is the fastest way from NCE to Nice?
Uber (~15 min)

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