Nice (340 000 residents) is 7 km from Nice Côte d'Azur airport. Your taxi transfer takes 15 to 25 minutes via la voie Mathis (M6202), plus routes to Monaco (22 km), Cannes (34 km) and urban rides.
Nice is the 5th largest city in France and the economic capital of the French Riviera. Spread over 71 km² between the Var river and Mont Boron, it welcomes over 5 million visitors annually, mainly through Nice Côte d'Azur airport located 7 km from the centre. This concentration of flows explains why taxis remain the most-used mode of transport to quickly reach an airport terminal, a TGV station or a hotel on the Promenade des Anglais.
Nice is home to Nice Côte d'Azur airport (NCE), the 2nd largest in France with 14 million annual passengers. The Promenade des Anglais (7 km) is one of the world's most famous seafront promenades. The Old Town (Vieux-Nice) with its Cours Saleya and Italian-influenced alleys draws millions of visitors yearly.
The most common questions from travellers and residents of Nice, with a direct one-sentence answer.
To book a taxi in Nice 24/7, dial 09 80 80 04 62 or message WhatsApp at 06 59 27 44 65. SMS confirmation within 30 minutes.
The Nice → Nice airport ride (7 km via la voie Mathis (M6202)) costs 32-38 € by day and 45-55 € at night. Official prefectoral meter.
The ride takes 15 to 25 minutes depending on traffic, via la voie Mathis (M6202). At peak hours (8-9 AM, 5-7 PM), allow up to 1h.
Yes, service guaranteed 24/7, Sundays and public holidays included. Night surcharge (B or D rate) applies between 7 PM and 7 AM. Night wait: 15-25 min, booking recommended.
Book the day before at 09 80 80 04 62 with your flight number and terminal (T1/T2). SMS confirmation that evening, driver arrives 5 min early. Free flight tracking for arrivals.
Yes, all taxis accept Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, Google Pay with no surcharge. VAT invoice provided on request (business clients).
Indicative daytime fares, official prefectoral meter 2025. Fixed quote available on advance booking.
7 km via la voie Mathis (M6202), free flight tracking for NCE arrivals.
22 km via A8 or Lower Corniche.
34 km via l'A8 ou le bord de mer.
Metered fares (prefectoral order 06). The meter remains the legal reference. Night/Sunday surcharge in addition.
Pickup guaranteed throughout the municipal territory, from centre to outskirts.
Beyond buses and shuttles, taxis remain irreplaceable for 4 concrete reasons.
15 min door-to-door. Free flight tracking for arrivals.
Sedan trunks or 7-seat vans. Cruises and golf without constraint.
Service guaranteed for early morning departures. No tramway at these times.
Meter sealed by the prefecture. Receipt systematic.
Estimates based on the 2025 prefectoral order for the 06 department. The meter remains the legal reference.
| Destination | Distance | Duration | Day rate | Night/Sun rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nice airport (NCE) T1/T2 | 7 km | 15-25 min | 32-38 € | 45-55 € |
| Monaco Casino / Monte-Carlo | 22 km | 30-45 min | 90-110 € | 120-135 € |
| Cannes Croisette / Palais Festivals | 34 km | 30-45 min | 80-95 € | 105-125 € |
Rate A (day, urban): €1.06/km + €4.38 pickup. Rate B (night/Sun): ~€1.45/km. Meter sealed by the prefecture.
Detailed answers to the most frequently asked questions.
Yes, the Nice → Monaco ride takes about 30 to 45 minutes (22 km) via A8 or Lower Corniche. Average fare: 90-110 € by day. For the F1 Grand Prix (May), book 1 month in advance.
Yes, up to 6 months in advance via the online form or by phone. Immediate SMS confirmation, reminder the day before the ride. Ideal for early flights, business events or group transfers.
Book the day before at 09 80 80 04 62 with the flight number and terminal (T1 or T2 at NCE). The driver arrives 5 minutes before the agreed time and sends an SMS confirmation the previous evening. Free flight tracking for arrivals.
The Alpes-Maritimes apply 4 official rates: A (urban day), B (urban night/Sun), C (non-urban day), D (non-urban night). The night/Sunday surcharge is approximately +35% per kilometre.
Oui, station officielle devant l'entrée principale avenue Thiers. Présence permanente en journée, attente max 5 minutes. At night, better to book at 09 80 80 04 62 as rotation decreases after 11 PM.
No, the fare is set by prefectoral order and mandatorily displayed inside the vehicle. Meter sealed by the prefecture. For long-distance rides (over 50 km), a fixed price can be agreed in advance.
The ride takes 15 to 25 minutes depending on traffic, via la voie Mathis (M6202) (7 km). At peak hours (8-9 AM and 5-7 PM) or in summer, allow up to 1h. For early morning flights before 7 AM, book the day before.
Immediate or scheduled ride. SMS confirmation in 30 min, card and Apple Pay accepted.
