There are 8 ways to get from Rome to Cannes by plane, train, bus or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Fly Rome to Nice
-
Fly from Rome (FCO) to Nice (NCE)
7 alternative options
Fly Rome to Genoa, train
-
Fly from Rome (FCO) to Genoa (GOA)
-
Take the train from Genova Sestri Ponen. to Ventimiglia
-
Take the train from Ventimiglia to Cannes
Train to Naples, fly to Nice
-
Take the train from Roma Termini to Napoli Centrale Station
-
Fly from Naples (NAP) to Nice (NCE)
Train via Genoa
-
Take the train from Roma Tiburtina to Genova P.Za Principe
-
Take the train from Genova P.Za Principe to Ventimiglia
-
Take the train from Ventimiglia to Cannes
Train
-
Take the train from Roma Termini to Ventimiglia
-
Take the train from Ventimiglia to Cannes
Bus
-
Take the bus from Rome Tiburtina Bus station to Genoa
-
Take the bus from Genoa to Cannes
Train, bus
-
Take the train from Roma Termini to Brignole
-
Take the bus from Genova Piazza della Vittoria to Antibes
Drive
-
Drive from Rome to Cannes
Rome to Cannes by train
Travel safe during COVID-19
International entry into France from Italy
- Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Italy
Conditions of entry into France from Italy
- Travellers must present a negative COVID-19 test as either a RT-PCR performed within 72 hours prior to arrival, or an Antigen test performed within 48 hours prior to arrival
- Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test
- Health declaration required
- Travellers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test (certificate needed)
Show more details
- Entry is allowed only for fully vaccinated travellers
- Travellers must present a negative COVID-19 test as either a RT-PCR performed within 72 hours prior to arrival, or an Antigen test performed within 48 hours prior to arrival
- Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test
- Health declaration required
- Travellers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test (certificate needed)
Show less
Rules to follow in France
1m
Recommended
Considerations leaving from Italy
The official advice is to avoid non-essential international travel to high risk countries
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, but conditions apply when entering France from Italy.
Explore options for future travelDomestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply
- Face masks are recommended
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1 metre
- Health pass is required for long-distance travel by plane, train or coach, as well as in some public venues
- Nationwide control measures in place
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Cannes is 800 130 000.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Cannes is recommended.
The social distance requirement in Cannes is 1 metre.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 800 130 000.
No, returning to Italy from France is currently allowed.
See options for return travel.
Last updated: 4 Jul 2022
Exceptions may apply, for full details: European Union.
We're working around the clock to bring you the latest COVID-19 travel updates.
This information is compiled from official sources. To the best of our knowledge, it is correct as of the last update.
Visit Rome2rio travel advice for general help.
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Rome to Cannes is to bus which costs €35 - €50 and takes 10h 22m.
The quickest way to get from Rome to Cannes is to fly which costs €26 - €200 and takes 4h 51m.
No, there is no direct bus from Rome station to Cannes. However, there are services departing from Rome Tiburtina Bus station and arriving at Cannes via Genoa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 22m.
No, there is no direct train from Rome to Cannes. However, there are services departing from Roma Tiburtina and arriving at Cannes via Genova P.Za Principe and Ventimiglia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.
The distance between Rome and Cannes is 484 km. The road distance is 732.6 km.
The best way to get from Rome to Cannes without a car is to train via Genoa which takes 8h 57m and costs €50 - €190.
It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Rome to Cannes, including transfers.
Rome to Cannes bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rome Tiburtina Bus station.
Rome to Cannes train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Roma Tiburtina station.
The best way to get from Rome to Cannes is to fly which takes 4h 51m and costs €26 - €200. Alternatively, you can train via Genoa, which costs €50 - €190 and takes 8h 57m, you could also bus, which costs €35 - €50 and takes 10h 22m.
- Distance: 484.3 km
- Duration: 4h 51m
What companies run services between Rome, Italy and Cannes, France?
Alitalia, Etihad and two other airlines fly from Rome to Cannes 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Rome to Cannes via Genova P.Za Principe and Ventimiglia in around 8h 57m.
- Website
- etihad.com
Flights from Rome to Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 13m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €550 - €1500
Flights from Rome to Genoa
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €70 - €200
Flights from Naples to Nice via Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 27m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €80 - €380
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Rome to Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €35 - €230
Flights from Naples to Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 27m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €25 - €180
Flights from Naples to Nice via Olbia
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 35m
- When
- Friday
- Estimated price
- €25 - €180
- Website
- alitalia.com
Flights from Rome to Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 12m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €60 - €290
Flights from Rome to Genoa
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €70 - €200
Flights from Naples to Nice via Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 30m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €100 - €360
- Website
- wizzair.com
Flights from Rome to Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €15 - €160
Flights from Naples to Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- When
- Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €8 - €150
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Genova Sestri Ponen. to Ventimiglia
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 6m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €9 - €19
- Website
- Trenitalia
- 1st Class
- €17 - €19
Train from Genova P.Za Principe to Ventimiglia
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 20m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €9 - €20
- Website
- Trenitalia
- 1st Class
- €17 - €20
Frequently asked questions
France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
Rome2rio's guide to SNCF
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 9 70 60 99 70
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Ventimiglia to Cannes
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 43m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €9 - €24
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €9 - €14
- Rail 1st Class
- €16 - €24
Private train company Italotreno operates high-speed trains in Italy on the same tracks as Trenitalia. The routes service 21 stations across the country, including popular routes Milan-Florence, Rome-Venice and Bologna-Naples. Choose from four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Smart, Comfort, Prima and Club Executive. Italo also operates Italobus – an integrated train-bus service that takes passengers from the main train stations to other Italian cities.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 060708
- Website
- italotreno.it
Train from Roma Termini to Napoli Centrale Station
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 3m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €17 - €50
- Website
- Italo Treno
- Smart Economy
- €19 - €28
- Smart Low Cost
- €17 - €25
- Smart Flex
- €35 - €50
Train from Roma Termini to Brignole
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 13m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €110
- Website
- Italo Treno
- Smart Economy
- €35 - €55
- Smart Low Cost
- €35 - €55
- Smart Flex
- €75 - €110
Trenitalia’s high-speed Frecce trains run on specialised tracks and have a greater level of service and comfort than InterCity and regional trains. There are three types of Frecce trains: Frecciarossa, (the fastest; connects major Italian cities); Frecciargento (mostly connect Rome to other Italian cities); and Frecciabianca (the slowest Frecce trains). Frecciarossa trains offer four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Standard, Premium, Business and Executive. All Frecce tickets include a seat reservation and must be purchased before boarding the train.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Roma Tiburtina to Genova P.Za Principe
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 10m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €110
- Website
- Trenitalia Frecce
- Super Economy
- €35 - €50
- Base Standard
- €60 - €85
- Base Premium
- €75 - €110
Train from Genova P.Za Principe to Ventimiglia
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 56m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €14 - €55
- Website
- Trenitalia Frecce
- Super Economy
- €14 - €19
- Base Standard
- €29 - €40
- Base Premium
- €35 - €55
Trenitalia’s Intercity (IC) trains are slower than the high-speed Frecce trains but are still a good way to travel between major cities and towns, with routes including Rome to Naples, Venice to Bologna and Milan to Genoa. Tickets usually open for booking 90 days ahead of travel, and you’ll need make a seat reservation before boarding. All IC trains have 1st and 2nd class carriages as well as a bar buffet car, air conditioning and power sockets. InterCity trains that run at night are called InterCity Notte (ICN).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Genova P.Za Principe to Ventimiglia
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 56m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €9 - €14
- Website
- Trenitalia Intercity
- 2nd Class
- €9 - €14
Train from Roma Termini to Ventimiglia
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 33m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €55
- Website
- Trenitalia Intercity
- 2nd Class
- €35 - €55
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Rome Tiburtina Bus station to Genoa
- Ave. Duration
- 6h
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- €24 - €30
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Genoa to Cannes
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 30m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €13 - €16
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
- Phone
- +39 06 88 93 82 32
- Website
- itabus.it
Bus from Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni to Genoa Via Fanti D'Italia
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 35m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €4 - €45
- Website
- Itabus
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Genoa - Via Fanti d'Italia to Cannes
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 25m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €10 - €13
- Website
- Blablabus
- Phone
- 0966 57552
- info@lirosilinee.com
- Website
- lirosilinee.com
Bus from Genova Piazza della Vittoria to Antibes
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 55m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- €12 - €15
- Schedules at
- lirosilinee.com
Want to know more about travelling around France
Rome2rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.
Related travel guides
5 delightfully under-the-radar French towns you need to visit
Go beyond Paris, the Alps, the Loire chateaux and the French Riviera.
Read the travel guideItaly Travel Guides
Travel inspiration and top planning tips for getting around Italy.
Read the travel guideWant to know more about Flixbus?
Rome2rio’s guide has all the details
Read the travel guideTrain travel in France: A guide to SNCF
From the famed TGVs to no-frills Ouigo, we explain which SNCF train to choose and how to book.
Read the travel guideMore Questions & Answers
The quickest flight from Rome Airport to Nice Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 10m.
Rome to Cannes bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cannes station.
Rome to Cannes train services, operated by SNCF, arrive at Cannes station.
Yes, the driving distance between Rome to Cannes is 733 km. It takes approximately 7h 17m to drive from Rome to Cannes.
Etihad, Wizz Air, Alitalia and easyJet offer flights from Rome Airport to Nice Airport.
Book your Rome to Cannes bus tickets online with FlixBus.
There are 1011+ hotels available in Cannes. Prices start at €87 per night.
The best way to get from Rome to Rome Airport is to train which takes 32 min and costs €7 - €35.