How to travel from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Cannes, France
The distance between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Cannes is around 1,016km (632 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 55m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Cannes by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Cannes → Cherbourg-en-Cotentin if you're planning a return trip.
Train and Plane
Take the train to Caen then fly from Caen (CFR) to Nice (NCE).
- Duration3h 55m
- Flight time1h 40m
- Typical cost€155($155)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Paris St Lazare and then to Cannes.
- Duration8h 55m
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost€195($195)
Train and Bus
Take the train to Chambéry-Challes-les-Eaux and then to Grenoble then take the bus to Cannes.
- Duration15h 15m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€510($515)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Cannes
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Cannes by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around €84 ($84) and will take around 17h 60m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 3h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €155 ($155).
The distance between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Cannes is around 1,016km (632 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 945km (587 miles)
It takes around 8h 55m to get from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Cannes by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 11h 55m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Cannes is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 55m and will set you back approx €155 ($155).
The cheapest way to travel between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Cannes, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around €84 ($84) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Cannes. It typically takes around 8h 55m and departs every 4 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Cannes. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Paris St Lazare and Gare de Lyon. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 8h 55m.
SNCF and TGV inOui run train services between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Cannes. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 8h 55m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Cannes. We recommend that you take the train to Caen then fly from Caen (CFR) to Nice (NCE). instead which will take 3h 55m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Cannes. We recommend that you take the train to Caen then fly from Caen (CFR) to Nice (NCE). instead which will take 3h 55m.
The closest major airport to Cannes is Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) (NCE) which is approximately 20km (12 miles) from Cannes. Hyeres Airport (TLN) (TLN) and Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) (MRS) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Cannes. The distance is around 1,257km (781 miles) by road and it will take around 11h 55m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Cannes is to take the train which takes, on average, 8h 55m and will usually cost around €195 ($195).
Compare travel optionsbetween Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Cannes
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane + 3 similar | 3h 55m | €155($155) | every 3 hours | 1,016km (632 miles) |
| Train to Paris St Lazare, Fly | 5h 40m | €175($175) | every 4 hours | 1,092km (679 miles) |
| Train to Paris St Lazare, Fly | 5h 55m | €165($165) | every 4 hours | 1,119km (695 miles) |
| Train to Lison, plane | 6hrs | €195($195) | twice daily | 1,178km (732 miles) |
Train | 8h 55m | €195($195) | every 4 hours | 1,312km (815 miles) |
Train and Bus + 1 similar | 15h 15m | €510($515) | once a week | 1,459km (907 miles) |
| Bus and Train | 17h 60m | €84($84) | 4 times a week | 1,317km (818 miles) |
Drive | 11h 55m | €225($225) | on demand | 1,257km (781 miles) |
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Airports near Cannes
The following major airports near Cannes offer regular flights to various popular destinations within France and internationally.
Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE)
- Distance
- 20km (12 miles) from Cannes
Hyeres Airport (TLN)
- Distance
- 86km (53 miles) from Cannes
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
- Distance
- 145km (90 miles) from Cannes