How to travel from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Nice, France
The distance between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Nice is around 998km (620 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4hrs.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Nice by train, plane, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Nice → 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).
- Duration4hrs
- 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 Nice Ville.
- Duration9h 25m
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost€205($205)
Train and Bus
Take the train to Chambéry-Challes-les-Eaux and then to Grenoble then take the bus to Nice - Aéroport.
- Duration14h 55m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€495($495)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Nice
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Nice by train, plane, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around €90 ($90) 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 4hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €155 ($155).
The distance between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Nice is around 998km (620 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 946km (588 miles)
It takes around 4hrs to get from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Nice by train and plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 12h 10m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Nice is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4hrs and will set you back approx €155 ($155).
The cheapest way to travel between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Nice, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around €90 ($90) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Nice. It typically takes around 9h 25m and departs every 4 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Nice. 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 9h 25m.
SNCF and TGV inOui run train services between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Nice. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 9h 25m, 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 Nice. We recommend that you take the train to Caen then fly from Caen (CFR) to Nice (NCE). instead which will take 4hrs.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Nice. We recommend that you take the train to Caen then fly from Caen (CFR) to Nice (NCE). instead which will take 4hrs.
The closest major airport to Nice is Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) (NCE) which is approximately 7km (4 miles) from Nice. 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 Nice. The distance is around 1,281km (796 miles) by road and it will take around 12h 10m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Nice is to take the train and then fly which takes, on average, 4hrs and will usually cost around €155 ($155).
Compare travel optionsbetween Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Nice
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane + 3 similar | 4hrs | €155($155) | every 3 hours | 998km (620 miles) |
| Train to Paris St Lazare, Fly | 5h 45m | €175($175) | every 4 hours | 1,074km (667 miles) |
| Train to Paris St Lazare, Fly | 5h 60m | €165($165) | every 4 hours | 1,100km (684 miles) |
| Train to Lison, plane | 6h 10m | €195($195) | twice daily | 1,160km (721 miles) |
Train | 9h 25m | €205($205) | every 4 hours | 1,343km (834 miles) |
Train and Bus + 1 similar | 14h 55m | €495($495) | once a week | 1,318km (819 miles) |
| Bus and Train | 18h 45m | €90($90) | 4 times a week | 1,349km (838 miles) |
Drive | 12h 10m | €230($230) | on demand | 1,281km (796 miles) |
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Airports near Nice
The following major airports near Nice offer regular flights to various popular destinations within France and internationally.
Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE)
- Distance
- 7km (4 miles) from Nice
Hyeres Airport (TLN)
- Distance
- 112km (70 miles) from Nice
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
- Distance
- 167km (104 miles) from Nice