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Getting to Cannes cruises | Complete guide

Where are the Cannes cruises boarding points?

Cannes cruises in this collection use more than one departure area, so check your ticket before setting out.

Cannes Port

📍Quai Saint-Pierre, Cannes
Used for the Sainte-Marguerite Island ferry. The port is beside the Old Port and around a 10-minute walk from Cannes SNCF station.

Port Canto

📍La Croisette, Cannes
A Cannes waterfront marina facing the Lérins Islands. It has a dedicated Port Canto bus stop and is around 20–30 minutes on foot from the Palais des Festivals.

Marina Baie des Anges

📍Villeneuve-Loubet
Used for the Lérins Islands catamaran and sunset catamaran cruises. The marina is about 17 km from Cannes, with direct bus and train connections nearby.

Compare your travel options

Mode of transportTravel timeEstimated costBest forKey notes

Train

~17–21 min to Villeneuve-Loubet-Plage

€3–€5 one way

Marina Baie des Anges

Direct TER trains run from Cannes; allow extra time for the walk from the station to the marina.

Bus

~40–55 min

€4–€6

Marina Baie des Anges

Direct line 620 links Cannes SNCF with Le Loubet Marina.

Car

~20–30 min

Fuel + parking

Groups, flexibility

About 19 km by road; summer traffic can extend the journey.

Walk

~10 min to Cannes Port

Free

Cannes Port departures

Cannes SNCF to the Old Port/Quai Saint-Pierre is roughly a 10-minute walk.

Getting to Cannes by public transport

For Marina Baie des Anges:

  • Take a direct TER/ZOU! train from Cannes to Villeneuve-Loubet-Plage.
  • The journey takes roughly 17–21 minutes, with frequent services.
  • From Villeneuve-Loubet-Plage, continue on foot to the marina; allow extra time beyond the train journey.
  • This is the quickest public-transport option for the catamaran and sunset cruises departing from Marina Baie des Anges.

For Cannes Port:

  • Cannes SNCF station is centrally located.
  • Quai Saint-Pierre and the Old Port are around 10 minutes away on foot.
  • This is the simplest option for the Sainte-Marguerite ferry.

For Marina Baie des Anges:

  • Take ZOU! line 620 from Gare SNCF Cannes towards Nice/Villeneuve-Loubet.
  • Get off at Le Loubet Marina.
  • The direct journey is around 40–55 minutes depending on traffic and service.
  • Check the live timetable before travelling, particularly for an early-morning cruise.

For Port Canto:

  • Port Canto has a dedicated bus stop.
  • Cannes’ local Palm Bus network serves the area, making it a practical alternative to walking along La Croisette.

Getting to Cannes by car

Marina Baie des Anges

  • From Cannes, the marina is about 19 km by road.
  • The drive can take around 20 minutes in light traffic, but allow more time during summer and busy periods.
  • Marina Baie des Anges has road access from the A8 and surrounding coastal roads.
  • Factor in parking time before your cruise, especially for early departures.

Cannes Port / Quai Saint-Pierre

  • Drive towards Cannes’ Old Port and Quai Saint-Pierre.
  • Parking is available around the port, including the Pantiero, Suquet-Forville and
  • Palais des Festivals areas, but availability can be tight in peak season.
  • For the Sainte-Marguerite ferry, check your ticket carefully for the exact quay before parking.

Port Canto

  • Follow La Croisette east towards Port Canto.
  • The port has nearby controlled-access parking, with one hour of free access currently listed by the city.
  • Summer traffic around La Croisette can make driving slower than expected.

Accessibility

Cannes Port

  • The port is centrally located and reachable from Cannes SNCF station on foot.
  • Accessibility at the actual boarding point depends on the vessel and gangway.
  • Check the selected ferry ticket or contact the operator if you use a wheelchair or have reduced mobility.

Port Canto

  • Port Canto has pedestrian access and public transport nearby.
  • Boarding access depends on the vessel used for your selected experience.
  • Confirm accessibility requirements before booking rather than assuming the boat is step-free.

Marina Baie des Anges

  • The marina itself is a developed waterfront complex with road, bus and train access nearby.
  • Getting from the station or bus stop to the exact boarding point may involve walking through the marina.
  • Boat accessibility varies by departure and vessel, so check your selected ticket for specific assistance.

Walking to your Cannes cruise

Getting to your Cannes cruise on foot is easiest for departures from Cannes Port and Port Canto, both of which are accessible along the seafront. Cannes Port is about a 10-minute walk from Cannes SNCF station, while Port Canto is around 20–30 minutes from the Palais des Festivals. For Marina Baie des Anges, walking from Villeneuve-Loubet-Plage station is possible, but allow extra time and consider public transport for early or time-sensitive departures.

Walk the Croisette before your cruise

Already near central Cannes? Turn your journey to Port Canto into part of the day. The waterfront route follows La Croisette towards the marina, with beaches, hotels and views across the bay along the way. Allow around 20–30 minutes from the Palais des Festivals and leave enough buffer to reach your boarding point on time.

Frequently asked questions about getting to Cannes cruises

The direct train is generally the quickest public-transport option: Cannes to Villeneuve-Loubet-Plage takes around 17–21 minutes, followed by a walk to the marina.

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