In brief. Monaco is 32 km from Nice airport, about 35 minutes on the A8 excluding traffic. The taxi flat fare is €95 (2026), the ZOU! 80 express bus costs €21.40, and the helicopter takes a few minutes. A booked chauffeur means a fixed price known in advance, a welcome on arrival and door-to-door service.
By car: 32 km on the A8
The route takes the A8 motorway as far as La Turbie, then drops down into the Principality. Allow about 35 minutes when traffic is flowing; at peak times and during the major events, allow more.
The comparison
| Option | Indicative price | Who it suits |
|---|---|---|
| Booked private chauffeur | Fixed price shown at booking | Door to door, luggage, families, fixed appointments |
| Official taxi | Flat fare €95 (2026 rate) | Immediate departure from the terminal rank |
| ZOU! 80 express bus | €21.40 per journey | Light travellers; departures roughly every 30 min, from 6am to 8pm from the airport |
| Train (TER) | Regional fare | From Nice Saint-Augustin station (7 min walk from T1), a train every 15 min on weekdays |
| Helicopter | Quote on request from the operators | A few minutes’ flight to the Fontvieille heliport |
When to choose a chauffeur
- You are arriving late, or delayed: the chauffeur tracks your flight, and the first 60 minutes of waiting are included.
- You are travelling as a group: a van takes up to eight people and their suitcases for a single price.
- You have an appointment: the price and the time are fixed in advance, with no queue.
- Your hotel is up the hill or in Fontvieille: dropped at the door, with no connection to make.
During the Grand Prix and the Yacht Show
Traffic in the Principality is altered several days before the major events. Book early and give the exact address: the chauffeur adapts the approach to the traffic plan in force.
