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Aix-en-Provence to Cannes Train Tickets & Timetable

Aix-en-Provence to Cannes trains use either direct TGV INOUI services from Aix-en-Provence TGV or TER regional connections from Aix-en-Provence Centre via Marseille Saint-Charles. Direct TGV INOUI trains usually continue toward Saint-Raphael-Valescure, Cannes, Antibes, and Nice, while TER routings often change at Marseille and sometimes at Toulon or Saint-Raphael. The rail distance is about 190 km when routed through Marseille and the Var coast. The fastest direct trains take about 1 hour 55 minutes; slower connecting TER itineraries take around 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes. There are usually about 4 direct trains in one direction on days when the Paris-Nice TGV pattern serves the route, with many more departures possible using connections. One-way fares start from about €20 ($22 USD) for advance second-class tickets and can rise to around €65 ($70 USD) for late-booked or first-class TGV fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, and July-August travel to Cannes.

8Jul

Seats

Aix-en-Provence

Cannes

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

09:51

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

2h 41m

12:32

CannesStation

Direct

SNCF 6805

from

55 USD

2h 41m, Direct

09:51

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

12:32

CannesStation

from

55 USD

Direct

SNCF 6805

11:20

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

2h 8m

13:28

CannesStation

Direct

TGVOUIGO 7851

from

64 USD

2h 8m, Direct

11:20

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

13:28

CannesStation

from

64 USD

Direct

TGVOUIGO 7851

Evening trains

19:37

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

2h 33m

22:10

CannesStation

Direct

TGV Inoui 12177

from

59 USD

2h 33m, Direct

19:37

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

22:10

CannesStation

from

59 USD

Direct

TGV Inoui 12177

19:37

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

2h 33m

22:10

CannesStation

Direct

OUI 5537

from

53 USD

2h 33m, Direct

19:37

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

22:10

CannesStation

from

53 USD

Direct

OUI 5537

First train

09:50

Last train

20:20

Travel duration

2h 24m

Daily departures

Departure station

Aix-en-Provence

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Cannes

Ticket price

$35

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Aix-en-Provence to Cannes Route Overview

This route links inland Provence with the French Riviera, with the fastest trains using the high-speed approach to Marseille before following classic lines east toward the coast. The distinctive part of the trip is the Mediterranean section after Toulon and Saint-Raphael, where some trains run close to the Esterel coast before reaching Cannes. Direct TGV INOUI trains normally require a reservation, while TER trains have open seating and no compulsory seat assignment. If departing from central Aix, allow time for the local train or shuttle transfer because Aix-en-Provence TGV station is outside the historic center.

Travel time

2h 24m

Train type

Fastest trip

2h 7m

Longest trip

3h 9m

Aix-en-Provence

Aix-en-Provence is a university city known for Cours Mirabeau, fountains, and Paul Cezanne sites. Long-distance trains use Aix-en-Provence TGV station, about 15 km southwest of the city center, while regional trains also serve Aix-en-Provence Centre.

Aix-en-Provence TGV

Station

Aix En Provence Tgv

Station

2h 24m

Cannes

Cannes is a Riviera city associated with the film festival, La Croisette, and the old quarter of Le Suquet. Cannes station is in the city center, a short walk from Rue d'Antibes, the Palais des Festivals, and the seafront.

Cannes

Station

Practical Information for TGV and TER Travelers

Luggage rules differ slightly by service, but passengers should be able to carry and store their own bags. Label luggage before boarding French long-distance trains.

Luggage Allowance

On TGV INOUI, passengers may bring 2 large pieces of luggage, each up to 130 cm, plus 1 hand baggage item. TER services do not usually weigh bags, but items must fit in available racks and must not block aisles or doors.

Storage Facilities

TGV INOUI trainsets have overhead racks for smaller bags and larger luggage spaces near carriage entrances or mid-car areas. TER trains on the Marseille, Toulon, and Cannes corridor have overhead racks and limited floor-level spaces near doors.

Special Items

Folding bicycles may travel as luggage when folded and covered. Non-folding bicycles are accepted only where bike spaces are available, mainly on TER trains; large sports equipment and musical instruments must fit within normal luggage storage areas.

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Aix-en-Provence to Cannes Map

The Aix-en-Provence to Cannes rail route usually starts at Aix-en-Provence TGV or Aix-en-Provence Centre. Direct TGV INOUI services run south toward Marseille, then east via Toulon, Les Arcs-Draguignan, Saint-Raphael-Valescure, and Cannes. TER options connect through Marseille Saint-Charles and follow the coastal line toward the Var and Alpes-Maritimes. The most scenic section is east of Saint-Raphael near the red Esterel hills before the train reaches Cannes station.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Rail links Aix-en-Provence and Cannes without needing airport transfers, and the fastest direct TGV INOUI services take under 2 hours between Aix-en-Provence TGV and Cannes station. Buses between Aix and Cannes usually take about 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes depending on motorway traffic around Marseille, Toulon, and the Riviera. Flying is not practical for this short corridor because there is no useful nonstop air service, and Nice airport still requires a ground transfer to Cannes. Train travel also has a lower carbon footprint than private car or air routings on this regional trip.

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 22m

Price from

$36

Departures

Rating

Train

TGVOUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 8m

Price from

$42

Departures

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 33m

Price from

$35

Departures

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 33m

Price from

$38

Departures

Rating

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Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

2h 24m

$35-$42

Bus

Apprx.

3h 0m

$12-$35

Flight

Apprx.

4h 0m

$120-$300

FAQ about the Aix-en-Provence - Cannes Route

How do I book Aix-en-Provence to Cannes train tickets?

Book Aix-en-Provence to Cannes train tickets on Rail Monsters by selecting your date, departure station, service type, and class. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead and provides mobile apps for iOS and Android for managing tickets and trip details.

How much is the train from Aix-en-Provence to Cannes?

One-way fares from Aix-en-Provence to Cannes start from about €20 ($22 USD) for advance second-class tickets and can rise to around €65 ($70 USD) for late-booked or first-class TGV fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How long is the train from Aix-en-Provence to Cannes?

The fastest direct TGV INOUI trains from Aix-en-Provence TGV to Cannes take about 1 hour 55 minutes. Connecting TER itineraries from Aix-en-Provence Centre through Marseille, Toulon, or Saint-Raphael usually take about 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes.

How fast is the train from Aix-en-Provence to Cannes?

TGV INOUI trains can reach 300 km/h (186 mph) on high-speed sections near Aix-en-Provence and Marseille. Speeds are lower on the classic coastal railway toward Toulon, Saint-Raphael, and Cannes, where line curves and station stops affect average speed.

Does a French rail pass cover Aix-en-Provence to Cannes?

Interrail and Eurail passes are valid on SNCF trains on this route, but TGV INOUI services require a paid seat reservation. TER services are generally covered without a compulsory reservation. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

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