Cannes

The city of the Festival and the palace hotels

Cannes — Cinema, the Croisette and Elegance

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Distance from Nice
33 km
Journey time
35 to 50 min
Transfer from
110€
Vehicles — see the fleet
Berline · Van · Classe S
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Cannes lies 33 kmfrom Nice Côte d'Azur Airport, roughly 35 to 50 min by road. The essentials: La Croisette, The Palais des Festivals, Le Suquet, The Lérins Islands, Rue d'Antibes. For your stay, the most sought-after addresses are InterContinental Carlton Cannes, Hôtel Martinez, Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic, JW Marriott Cannes. HB Drivers, a private chauffeur company based in Nice, handles transfers to Cannes in a Mercedes with a private chauffeur from €110 — a fixed rate confirmed at booking, 24/7, plus hourly or daily chauffeur hire to explore the town without worrying about parking. Information verified in 2026.

World-famous for its Film Festival, Cannes cultivates French elegance: palace hotels on the Croisette, luxury boutiques, private beaches and a charming old quarter. A flagship Riviera destination, summer and winter alike.

HB Drivers connects Nice airport to Cannes in 35 to 50 minutes. We serve every hotel on the Croisette, the Palais des Festivals and the villas of the Californie district.

The 5 must-see places in Cannes

La Croisette
1

La Croisette

The most glamorous boulevard on the Mediterranean: 2 km of palace hotels, haute couture boutiques and private beaches facing the Bay of Cannes. Your HB Drivers private chauffeur drops you elegantly in front of the Carlton, the Martinez or the Majestic. Enjoy a Nice airport transfer in a Mercedes with chauffeur and discover the Riviera in complete comfort.

Transfert Nice → Cannes
The Palais des Festivals
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The Palais des Festivals

The temple of world cinema and its famous steps. On the esplanade, the Allée des Étoiles gathers the handprints of hundreds of stars. Unmissable during the Festival in May, and fascinating all year round. For your professional events or gala evenings, book with HB Drivers and your chauffeur will drop you at the foot of the steps with impeccable service.

Le Suquet
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Le Suquet

Old Cannes, perched on its hill: cobbled lanes, the Forville market, the church of Notre-Dame d'Espérance and a magnificent view over the bay and the Lérins Islands. Avoid the parking constraints thanks to your HB Drivers private chauffeur, who takes you as close as possible to this picturesque site.

The Lérins Islands
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The Lérins Islands

Fifteen minutes by boat from the harbour: Sainte-Marguerite with its fort (the Man in the Iron Mask's prison) and Saint-Honorat with its abbey and vineyards. A pause in nature facing the Croisette. On your return to the harbour, your HB Drivers car is waiting for a smooth, luxurious transfer to your hotel or to Nice airport.

Rue d'Antibes
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Rue d'Antibes

The shopping artery of Cannes, a step away from the Croisette: designers, jewellers and major brands. Your HB Drivers private chauffeur stays at your disposal during your shopping trip. Leave your purchases in the boot of our Mercedes and carry on with your day on the Riviera without tiring yourself.

Excursion Grasse, Mougins & Cannes

HB Drivers takes you to Cannes

Nice airport → Cannes transfers, shuttles during the Festival, MIPIM or Cannes Lions, chauffeur hire for your evenings and events: HB Drivers supports individuals and companies in Cannes all year round, in a Mercedes sedan or van with chauffeur.

Nice → Cannes Private Transfer

The Finest Hotels in Cannes

Our chauffeurs handle transfers to and from the destination's palaces and five-star hotels every day — personalised welcome and drop-off at your hotel's door.

InterContinental Carlton Cannes
5★

InterContinental Carlton Cannes

The absolute icon of the Croisette since 1913. Recently transformed by a monumental restoration, this historic Belle Époque palace welcomes the biggest stars in the world. Entrust your Nice airport transfer to HB Drivers: our private chauffeur service guarantees a prestigious arrival at the entrance of this legendary address.

Hôtel Martinez
5★

Hôtel Martinez

An Art Deco legend boldly combining the carefree spirit of the 1930s with the two-Michelin-star cuisine of La Palme d'Or facing the sea. Reach this temple of luxury by booking with HB Drivers. Your transfer in a Mercedes with chauffeur will elevate your Riviera stay from the very first moments.

Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic
5★

Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic

Ideally located opposite the Palais des Festivals, this palace offers sumptuous rooms, its famous private Majestic Barrière beach and a restaurant worthy of its name. HB Drivers handles your transfers discreetly from Nice airport or for your evenings in Cannes, with the excellence expected of a true private chauffeur.

JW Marriott Cannes
5★

JW Marriott Cannes

Built on the historic site of the former Palais des Festivals, it unfolds a spacious high-end design and a rooftop pool facing the Lérins Islands. Simplify your arrival with HB Drivers: let our Mercedes with chauffeur take you elegantly to this exceptional Riviera address.

Your Questions about Cannes

The Nice airport → Cannes transfer starts at €110 in a Mercedes E-Class, €140 in a Van and €168 in an S-Class. Fixed rate guaranteed, even during the Festival.
Yes, we work every year during the Festival, MIPIM and Cannes Lions. Book early: slots go quickly. Our chauffeurs know the access routes and drop-off points of the Palais.
Absolutely. Our "Perfume, hilltop villages and glamour" tour combines Grasse, Mougins and Cannes in one day with a private chauffeur. Free quote on request.