Nice
To get from Nice to Saint Tropez, you have a few different options. Some are available all year, while others operate seasonally. They vary by price and journey time, so you can choose which option is best for you based on when you will be visiting France and whether you value money or time more.
Below is a list of ways to get to Saint Tropez:
Trains from Nice to Saint Tropez
There are no direct trains from Nice to Saint Tropez, but you can travel as far as Saint Raphael by rail and continue your journey by bus, taxi, or rental car. You can learn more about this option here.
Ferry from Nice to Saint Tropez
You can take a ferry to Saint Tropez harbor in the summertime. Services are run from the port in Nice by Trans Cote d’Azur, and the trip takes 2 hours and 30 minutes. The journey offers great views as the ship travels along the French Riviera.
Ferries usually run several days a week from late May until the end of September every year. There is a morning departure to Saint Tropez and an afternoon departure back, so you can easily take a day trip from Nice to Saint Tropez. More information can be found here.
Bus from Nice to Saint Tropez
Regular buses run from Nice Airport (NCE) to Saint Raphael. They are operated by Varlib. There are up to four departures a day in the high season. When you arrive in Saint Raphael, you can take another Varlib bus to Saint Tropez. The journey takes around 2 hours and 30 minutes, not including the layover.
Driving from Nice to Saint Tropez
You can rent a car in Nice and drive to Saint Tropez if you want to have more freedom and flexibility in how and when you travel. The city is around 100 kilometers (62 miles) from Nice and the trip takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes. Here is an interactive map to help you plan your route. Note that in the summer traffic can be heavy, so leave yourself some extra time to get there.
Taxi from Nice to Saint Tropez
If you have a big budget and want a convenient way to travel, taking a taxi to Saint Tropez is an option. Taxis are run by a number of different companies, and you can pre-book to get the best fares. Departures usually take place from the city center or the airport. A taxi from Nice to Saint Tropez costs around 250 to 300 euros one-way for up to three or four people. Most taxis also have a luggage limit, so make sure to check before you travel.