Nice to Cannes Sea Distance Calculator

Calculate the exact nautical distance from Nice, France to Cannes, France. Plan your maritime journey with our professional route calculator.

Distance: ≈ 14.5 nm; nautical miles
Under Sail: 3 hours; at 5 knots
Under Power: 1 hour; at 10 knots
Best Time: May-October; Typical Sailing Season

Distance is a direct-line estimate (≈) and may differ from a navigable sea route. Sailing times are estimates at fixed cruising speeds and vary with vessel, weather, and currents.

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Distance: 14.5 nautical miles

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This map shows the direct sea route from Nice to Cannes. The actual sailing path may vary based on weather conditions and navigation requirements.

Passage details

This is an open-water crossing: holding a steady southwest course.

Sea distance: ≈ 14.5 nm (26.8 km)
Direct line: 14.5 nm
Great-circle bearing: 234° (southwest)
Sea area: Western Mediterranean
Geographic extent: 0.1° × 0.3°
Crossing: Domestic · Same region
From: Nice (France) 43.6961, 7.2858
To: Cannes (France) 43.5528, 7.0174
Route basis: Direct-line estimate

Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speed	Duration
5 kn	3 hours
8 kn	2 hours
10 kn	1 hour
12 kn	1 hour

Distance is a direct-line (great-circle) estimate; passage times are computed at fixed cruising speeds.

Read the methodology — How we calculate sea distances

Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Nice to Cannes Route

A inshore within one country sea route between Nice and Cannes, this passage on a coastal route in the Mediterranean region demands attention to the cold, gusty Mistral off the Gulf of Lion, strongest in winter and spring.

The corridor between neighbouring ports of the same region joins Nice, France to Cannes, France.

Navigation Tips

•Plan this inshore within one country leg in the Mediterranean region with attention to the cold, gusty Mistral off the Gulf of Lion, strongest in winter and spring.
•Provisioning for this inshore passage in Mediterranean should account for regional supply networks.
•Allow time for entry formalities on this within one country leg between neighbouring ports of the same region.
•Adapt safety equipment to Mediterranean conditions for this inshore crossing.
•For a within one country crossing between neighbouring ports of the same region, ensure clearance papers and visas are in order before departure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Nice to Cannes by sea?

This is a inshore sea passage of about 14.5 nautical miles between Nice and Cannes in Mediterranean.

How long does it take to sail from Nice to Cannes?

Average voyage time on this inshore between neighbouring ports of the same region leg of 14.5 nautical miles is 1 hour – 3 hours.

What's the best time to sail from Nice to Cannes?

Aim for May-October for the calmest passage in Mediterranean; off-peak periods bring the cold, gusty Mistral off the Gulf of Lion, strongest in winter and spring.

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