How to travel from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Grasse, France
The distance between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Grasse is around 1,029km (639 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4h 20m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Grasse 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 Grasse → 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).
- Duration4h 20m
- Flight time1h 40m
- Typical cost€150($150)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Paris St Lazare and then to Cannes.
- Duration9h 40m
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost€190($190)
Train and Bus
Take the train to Chambéry-Challes-les-Eaux and then to Grenoble then take the bus to Grasse - Gare Routière.
- Duration13h 50m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€485($485)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Grasse
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Grasse by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around €86 ($86) and will take around 18h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 4h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €150 ($150).
The distance between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Grasse is around 1,029km (639 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 931km (578 miles)
It takes around 9h 40m to get from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Grasse by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 12hrs to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Grasse is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4h 20m and will set you back approx €150 ($150).
The cheapest way to travel between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Grasse, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around €86 ($86) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Grasse. It typically takes around 9h 40m and departs every 4 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Grasse. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Paris St Lazare, Gare de Lyon and Cannes. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 9h 40m.
SNCF and TGV inOui run train services between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Grasse. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 9h 40m, 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 Grasse. We recommend that you take the train to Caen then fly from Caen (CFR) to Nice (NCE). instead which will take 4h 20m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Grasse. We recommend that you take the train to Caen then fly from Caen (CFR) to Nice (NCE). instead which will take 4h 20m.
The closest major airport to Grasse is Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) (NCE) which is approximately 23km (14 miles) from Grasse. 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 Grasse. The distance is around 1,268km (788 miles) by road and it will take around 12hrs in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Grasse is to take the train which takes, on average, 9h 40m and will usually cost around €190 ($190).
Compare travel optionsbetween Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Grasse
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane + 3 similar | 4h 20m | €150($150) | once daily | 1,029km (639 miles) |
| Train to Paris St Lazare, Fly | 6h 10m | €170($170) | once daily | 1,104km (686 miles) |
| Train to Paris St Lazare, Fly | 6h 20m | €155($155) | once daily | 1,131km (703 miles) |
| Train to Lison, plane | 6h 30m | €190($190) | once daily | 1,190km (740 miles) |
Train | 9h 40m | €190($190) | every 4 hours | 1,328km (825 miles) |
Train and Bus + 1 similar | 13h 50m | €485($485) | once a week | 1,259km (783 miles) |
| Bus and Train | 18h 45m | €86($86) | 4 times a week | 1,333km (828 miles) |
Drive | 12hrs | €225($225) | on demand | 1,268km (788 miles) |
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Airports near Grasse
The following major airports near Grasse offer regular flights to various popular destinations within France and internationally.
Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE)
- Distance
- 23km (14 miles) from Grasse
Hyeres Airport (TLN)
- Distance
- 88km (55 miles) from Grasse
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
- Distance
- 139km (87 miles) from Grasse