All taxi fares in Vence are set by the Alpes-Maritimes prefectoral order: sealed meter, no surprises. Vence ↔ Nice airport ride: 70-88 € by day. 19 000 residents, uninterrupted 24/7 service.
Vence, an art town of 19,000 residents perched at 325 m altitude between Cagnes and the hinterland, preserves a remarkable fortified intramural historic centre. Henri Matisse spent his last years there and designed his absolute masterpiece: the Rosary Chapel (1948-1951), considered by him as his major work. Taxis are useful to connect Vence to Saint-Paul-de-Vence (5 minutes), Cagnes-sur-Mer (15 minutes) and NCE airport (35 minutes).
Vence houses the Rosary Chapel designed by Henri Matisse from 1948 to 1951, which he considered his absolute masterpiece. The stained glass, murals and even priests' chasubles are his work. The Peyra square in the old town hosts a daily Provençal market since the Middle Ages.
The most common questions from travellers and residents of Vence, with a direct one-sentence answer.
To book a taxi in Vence 24/7, dial 09 80 80 04 62 or message WhatsApp at 06 59 27 44 65. SMS confirmation within 30 minutes.
The Vence → Nice airport ride (25 km via la M6202 puis la D2) costs 70-88 € by day and 92-115 € at night. Official prefectoral meter.
The ride takes 35 to 50 minutes depending on traffic, via la M6202 puis la D2. 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).
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 | 25 km | 35-50 min | 70-88 € | 92-115 € |
| Monaco Casino / Monte-Carlo | 40 km | 50-70 min | 115-140 € | 150-180 € |
| Cannes Croisette / Palais Festivals | 25 km | 35-50 min | 70-88 € | 92-115 € |
| Saint-Paul-de-Vence | ~3 km | 10-25 min | 15-30 € | 22-42 € |
| Cagnes-sur-Mer | ~13 km | 10-25 min | 15-30 € | 22-42 € |
| Villeneuve-Loubet | ~8 km | 10-25 min | 15-30 € | 22-42 € |
Rate A (day, urban): €1.06/km + €4.38 pickup. Rate B (night/Sun): ~€1.45/km. Meter sealed by the prefecture.
Indicative daytime fares, official prefectoral meter 2025. Fixed quote available on advance booking.
25 km via la M6202 puis la D2, free flight tracking for NCE arrivals.
40 km via A8 or Lower Corniche.
25 km via l'A8.
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.
Official 2025 meter displayed in the vehicle. No negotiation.
Distance, duration, applied rate. Business invoice on request.
Price estimate communicated before departure. No commitment.
Verified annually by prefectoral services.
Detailed answers to the most frequently asked questions.
No regulated fixed fare imposed for rides to NCE from Vence (unlike Paris-CDG/Orly fixed fares). The fare remains metered. However, a conventional fixed price can be agreed before departure on request.
Yes, small dogs in bags or carriers are accepted at no extra charge. Dogs over 6 kg: notify at booking, some drivers charge €5 cleaning fee. Guide dogs for the blind: acceptance is mandatory and free (French law of 9 July 1992).
The metered fare is set by prefectoral order for the 06: €1.06/km by day (rate A) + €4.38 pickup. At night (7 PM-7 AM), Sundays and public holidays: rate B (~€1.45/km). Mandatory display in the vehicle.
Dial 09 80 80 04 62 24/7 or message WhatsApp at 06 59 27 44 65. SMS confirmation within 30 minutes. Service guaranteed 7 days a week, including Sundays and public holidays.
Click 'Free quote' and provide your trip details: we respond within 15 minutes by SMS or email with an estimated price. For rides over 50 km, a fixed price can be agreed instead of the meter.
Yes, pickup and drop-off available at all health facilities in the area. Specify 'Emergency entrance' or 'consultations' at booking. For scheduled medical appointments, allow 30 min in advance.
Not as a general rule. Cabin suitcases and 2 medium suitcases are included. Beyond (4 suitcases, sports equipment, instrument), a surcharge of €1 to €4 may apply per the prefectoral order. Specify at booking.
Immediate or scheduled ride. SMS confirmation in 30 min, card and Apple Pay accepted.
