Lignes d'Azur Bus — Lines 23 & Airport Express

The Lignes d'Azur bus network offers several lines departing Nice Côte d'Azur Airport, complementing tram L2 for destinations it doesn't directly serve. These lines are particularly useful for travellers heading to cities west or east of Nice without wanting to pay for a VTC.

Line 23 — connects the airport to Nice Saint-Augustin and Cagnes-sur-Mer westward. Useful for travellers staying in the Cagnes/Villeneuve-Loubet area. Regional Express Bus 200 (or equivalent) — serves Antibes, Juan-les-Pins and Cannes from the airport for around €2-3. Regional Bus Nice-Monaco — line 100, runs along the Promenade des Anglais serving Villefranche, Monaco, Menton for €2.50 from Nice centre (tram connection needed from airport).

Fares & Frequencies

• Airport ↔ Nice centre (tram L2): €1.70 (see Tram L2 entry)
• Airport ↔ Cagnes/Antibes (bus): €2-3
• Antibes ↔ Cannes (express bus): €1.50-2 additional
• Nice centre ↔ Monaco (bus 100): €2.50

Advantages & Disadvantages

Advantages: Extremely low prices (ideal for backpackers and budget travellers). Coverage of destinations not served by tram. Good for travellers without large suitcases. Disadvantages: Lower frequencies than tram. Longer journey times. Not practical with heavy suitcases. May require connections.

Traveller Reviews

Highlights: L2 tram + regional bus combination cited as the ideal budget solution to explore the entire Côte d'Azur. Fares unanimously rated unbeatable. Buses are modern and air-conditioned.

Areas for improvement: Schedules can be less frequent in evenings and weekends. Network navigation can be complex for first-time visitors.

Lignes d'Azur buses are the smart traveller's secret weapon on the Côte d'Azur — for €2-3, reaching Antibes or Cannes from Nice airport is a reality very few visitors know about.