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Paris to Cannes Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Paris to Cannes trains usually depart from Paris Gare de Lyon and arrive at Cannes station on the Cote d'Azur. Direct daytime services are mainly TGV INOUI trains, with key intermediate stops often including Lyon Part-Dieu, Avignon TGV, Aix-en-Provence TGV, Marseille Saint-Charles, Toulon, Saint-Raphael-Valescure, and Antibes depending on the departure. The rail distance is about 905 km, and the fastest direct TGV covers the route in about 5 hours 8 minutes, while slower direct services take around 5 hours 40 minutes. There are usually around 5 direct daytime departures in one direction, with additional options requiring a change at Marseille or another southern France hub. One-way TGV INOUI fares between Paris and Cannes start from about €35 ($38 USD) for advance Second Class tickets and can rise to around €170 ($184 USD) for flexible First Class fares near departure. 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 the Riviera.

28Jun

Seats

Paris

Cannes

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

08:22

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

5h 6m

13:28

CannesStation

Direct

TGVOUIGO 7851

from

22986 USD

5h 6m, Direct

08:22

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

13:28

CannesStation

from

22986 USD

Direct

TGVOUIGO 7851

09:10

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

5h 22m

14:32

CannesStation

Direct

SNCF 6173

from

39428 USD

5h 22m, Direct

09:10

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

14:32

CannesStation

from

39428 USD

Direct

SNCF 6173

Day trains

14:10

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

5h 22m

19:32

CannesStation

Direct

SNCF 6177

from

39428 USD

5h 22m, Direct

14:10

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

19:32

CannesStation

from

39428 USD

Direct

SNCF 6177

16:10

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

5h 22m

21:32

CannesStation

Direct

TGVOUIGO 7853

from

21476 USD

5h 22m, Direct

16:10

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

21:32

CannesStation

from

21476 USD

Direct

TGVOUIGO 7853

Evening trains

20:57

ParisParis Austerlitz

11h 34m

08:31

CannesStation

Direct

SNCF 5781

from

29361 USD

11h 34m, Direct

20:57

ParisParis Austerlitz

08:31

CannesStation

from

29361 USD

Direct

SNCF 5781

First train

06:56

Last train

21:25

Travel duration

6h 1m

Daily departures

Departure station

Paris

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Cannes

Ticket price

$52

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Paris to Cannes Route Overview

The Paris to Cannes route combines high-speed running south of Paris with a slower coastal approach after Marseille and Toulon. The distinctive part of the trip is the final Riviera section, where trains run near the Mediterranean through Saint-Raphael, Antibes, and the Bay of Cannes before reaching the city center. TGV INOUI services require a reserved seat, so every ticket is tied to a specific train and carriage. The overnight Intercites de nuit Paris to Nice service can also serve Cannes on some schedules, offering couchette and sleeper-style travel rather than daytime high-speed seating.

Travel time

6h 1m

Train type

Fastest trip

5h 2m

Longest trip

11h 35m

Paris

Paris is France's capital and the country's largest rail hub. Trains to Cannes normally leave from Paris Gare de Lyon, the main station for southeast France, located near the Bastille and linked to the RER and metro network.

Paris Est

Station

Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport

Paris Austerlitz

Paris Montparnasse

Paris Gare de Lyon

Paris Gare de l’Est

Paris St-Lazare

Paris Gare du Nord

PARIS BERCY

Disneyland Paris

Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV

Station

Paris Bercy Bourg. Pays d'Auv.

Station

6h 1m

Cannes

Cannes is a Riviera city known for the film festival, La Croisette, and the old quarter of Le Suquet. Cannes station sits inland from the seafront, within walking distance of Rue d'Antibes, the Palais des Festivals, and beach areas.

Cannes

Station

Practical Information for TGV Travelers

TGV INOUI passengers on the Paris to Cannes route must be able to carry and place their own bags. Label luggage with your name before boarding.

Luggage Allowance

On TGV INOUI, passengers may bring 2 large pieces with each item up to 130 cm plus 1 item of hand baggage. Bags must be carried by the passenger and placed in the train's luggage areas without blocking aisles or doors.

Storage Facilities

TGV Duplex and single-deck TGV trainsets have overhead racks for smaller bags, floor-level luggage stacks near carriage entrances, and spaces between some seat backs. Large cases should be placed in the end-of-carriage racks soon after boarding at Paris Gare de Lyon.

Special Items

Folded bicycles in a cover, skis, snowboards, and musical instruments may travel if they fit the accepted luggage dimensions and can be stored safely. Fully assembled bicycles require a train and space that specifically accepts bike reservations.

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Paris to Cannes Map

The Paris to Cannes route starts at Paris Gare de Lyon, uses the LGV Sud-Est and LGV Mediterranee toward Lyon, Avignon TGV, and Aix-en-Provence TGV, then continues through Marseille Saint-Charles and Toulon on conventional lines. The last section follows the Riviera via Saint-Raphael-Valescure and Antibes before Cannes. Inland high-speed sections cross Burgundy, the Rhone valley, and Provence; the coastal stretch brings Mediterranean views near the end.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

6h 7m

Price from

$41

Departures

190

Rating

Train

TGVOUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

5h 14m

Price from

$54

Departures

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

5h 10m

Price from

$117

Departures

Rating

The Paris to Cannes train links Paris Gare de Lyon with Cannes station in the city center, avoiding airport transfers at both ends. Long-distance buses between Paris and Cannes usually take much of the day or overnight and are priced lower only on some dates. Flights from Paris to Nice are short in the air, but travelers still need to reach a Paris airport and then travel from Nice airport to Cannes. Rail also has a lower carbon footprint than flying on this domestic corridor.

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Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

6h 1m

$52-$287

Bus

Apprx.

13h 30m

$30-$90

Flight

Apprx.

1h 30m

$60-$260

FAQ about the Paris - Cannes Route

How fast is the TGV from Paris to Cannes?

TGV INOUI trains on this route can reach up to 320 km/h (199 mph) on the high-speed lines south of Paris and through the Rhone valley. Speeds are lower on the conventional coastal section between Marseille, Toulon, and Cannes.

How long is the train from Paris to Cannes?

The fastest direct Paris to Cannes TGV takes about 5 hours 8 minutes. Other direct daytime services usually take around 5 hours 20 minutes to 5 hours 40 minutes, depending on stops at Lyon, Avignon, Marseille, Toulon, Saint-Raphael, or Antibes.

How much is the train from Paris to Cannes?

One-way TGV INOUI tickets from Paris to Cannes start from about €35 ($38 USD) in Second Class when booked early and can reach around €170 ($184 USD) for flexible First Class fares near departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

Does Eurail cover Paris to Cannes trains?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on SNCF TGV INOUI services between Paris and Cannes, but a paid seat reservation is required before boarding. Reservation availability can be limited on busy dates. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How to book Paris to Cannes train tickets?

Book Paris to Cannes train tickets on Rail Monsters by choosing a travel date, comparing available TGV INOUI departures, and selecting Second Class or First Class. Pay online and receive e-ticket details by email. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and mobile apps for iOS and Android are available for managing reservations.

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