How to Get From Cannes to Saint-Tropez
Train, bus, summer ferry, helicopter or private chauffeur — compared honestly. Real prices, durations and the seasonal catches.
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Prestigo · Chauffeur · Saint‑TropezCannes to Saint-Tropez is one of the French Riviera's most-searched journeys, and like Nice, Saint-Tropez has no railway station — so there is no single train that gets you there. The roughly 75-kilometre trip ranges from about 1h15 by road off-peak to well over 2h30 in August, plus a scenic seasonal alternative most visitors don't know about: a direct ferry across the bay in summer. This guide lays out every option honestly, with real prices and the catches, so you can choose what fits.
In short: the cheapest route is the bus or a train-plus-taxi via Saint-Raphaël; the most scenic is the seasonal Trans Côte d'Azur ferry; the fastest is a helicopter; and the most flexible door-to-door option year-round is a pre-booked private chauffeur at a fixed price. The ferry is a genuinely good pick for foot passengers across its roughly May-to-October season, but it runs on fixed departures and doesn't suit heavy luggage or off-season travel.
Prestigo · Chauffeur · Saint‑TropezHow to get there: every option compared
| Option | Price | Duration | Frequency | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private chauffeur (VTC) | From €180 | 1h15–1h45 | On demand, 24/7 | Door-to-door, fixed price, year-round. Best for luggage, groups, events and exact timing. |
| Ferry (Trans Côte d'Azur) | ~€67 return | ~1h15 by sea | Daily, seasonal | Scenic and direct across the bay from Quai Max Laubeuf. Runs roughly May–October, weather-dependent, limited luggage, fixed departures (Cannes 10:15, return 16:30). |
| Train + taxi (via St-Raphaël) | ~€8–15 + €70–90 | 1h30–2h30 | Hourly trains | No direct line. TER Cannes → Saint-Raphaël, then taxi or transfer for the final leg. |
| Regional bus (Zou!) | ~€2–8 | 2h–3h | Limited daily | Cheapest — flat €2.10 regional fare per leg. Slow, usually a change, limited luggage. |
| Helicopter | ~€195/seat or €1,000+ charter | 12–15 min | On demand | Fastest. Shared seat from ~€195pp; private charter ~€1,000–1,700. Weather-dependent; lands at La Môle or Grimaud, then a short road transfer. |
| Metered taxi | €180–250 | 1h15–1h45 | At the rank | No fixed price in advance; peak-season surge. A booked VTC is usually cheaper and guaranteed. |
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Prestigo · Chauffeur · Saint‑TropezWhich option should you choose?
- Choose a private chauffeur — for year-round, door-to-door travel with luggage, groups, yacht or event timing, or simply a fixed price with no surprises. Splitting the fare across 3–4 people often beats individual tickets.
- Choose the summer ferry — if you are travelling light in July–September, want the scenic crossing, and your schedule fits the fixed departure times.
- Choose train + taxi — if you are budget-focused, travelling light, and don't mind the change at Saint-Raphaël and arranging the last leg.
- Choose a helicopter — if speed is everything — an event arrival, a yacht departure or a tight connection — and the weather cooperates.
Prestigo · Chauffeur · Saint‑TropezFrequently asked questions
What is the best way to get from Cannes to Saint-Tropez?
There is no direct train. The realistic options are: a private chauffeur (from €180, 1h15–1h45, door-to-door, year-round, see /en/cannes-saint-tropez-transfer), the seasonal ferry across the bay (~€67 return, ~1h15, roughly May–October), a train to Saint-Raphaël plus a taxi (~€85–100 total, 1h30–2h30), the bus (from ~€2 but slow), or a helicopter (from ~€195 per seat, 12–15 min). For luggage, groups or precise timing, a pre-booked private transfer is the most flexible.
Is there a ferry from Cannes to Saint-Tropez?
Yes — Trans Côte d'Azur runs a direct seasonal ferry across the bay from Quai Max Laubeuf, roughly May to October, taking about 1h15 (typical departures: Cannes 10:15, return from Saint-Tropez 16:30). It is scenic and avoids road traffic entirely, but it runs on fixed departure times, is weather-dependent and isn't ideal for heavy luggage. Outside the season, you'll need a road option or train-plus-taxi.
Is there a direct train from Cannes to Saint-Tropez?
No. Saint-Tropez has no station. You would take a train from Cannes to Saint-Raphaël-Valescure (about 25–35 minutes), then a taxi, seasonal bus or pre-booked transfer for the final 35–45 minutes. The change is why many visitors prefer a single door-to-door private transfer or, in summer, the direct ferry.
How much is a taxi from Cannes to Saint-Tropez?
A metered taxi typically costs €180–€250 one way with no fixed price guaranteed and peak-season surcharges. A pre-booked private chauffeur is usually cheaper and locks the price in advance — from €180 all-inclusive. See our Cannes to Saint-Tropez transfer page (/en/cannes-saint-tropez-transfer) for the fixed-price service.
How long does the Cannes to Saint-Tropez journey take?
By road, 1h15 to 1h45 off-peak, stretching to 2h30 or more on summer afternoons when the coastal roads to the peninsula saturate. The summer ferry takes about 1h15 across the bay regardless of road traffic. A helicopter covers it in 12–15 minutes.
What about the Cannes Film Festival period?
During the Festival (mid-May), Cannes itself gridlocks and demand for every transport mode spikes. Book any private transfer well ahead, allow extra time for road journeys, and consider departing outside ceremony hours. The ferry season is only just beginning in mid-May, so road or train are usually the more reliable options during the Festival.
Can I travel with luggage or a group?
A private chauffeur is the clear choice for luggage and groups: a Mercedes V-Class carries up to 7 with bags, a Sprinter up to 20. The ferry and trains restrict luggage and involve carrying it through connections, which is awkward with multiple cases or yacht kit.