How long does the Monaco–Menton taxi ride take?

The journey takes about 12 minutes in normal conditions. During summer rush hours, allow 15 to 20 minutes maximum. It's one of the shortest routes in our network.

Can the taxi drop me at the Lemon Festival entrance?

Yes, the driver will drop you as close as possible to the Biovès Gardens entrance, the main Lemon Festival site. They know the most practical access points even during peak crowds.

Can we stop in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin on the way?

Absolutely. The medieval village of Roquebrune is on the route. Mention it when booking so the driver can plan a stop. A small surcharge may apply.

Are taxis available on Sundays and public holidays?

Yes, our service runs 7 days a week, 24/7, including Sundays and public holidays. No specific Sunday surcharge applies.

10 km · 12 min

Taxi Monaco — Menton

From the Principality to the Pearl of France, at Italy's doorstep

10 km12 minFrom 25 — 35 €

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Distance

10 km

Duration

12 min

Estimated price

25 — 35 €

Availability

24/7

Menton, affectionately called the 'Pearl of France', is the last French town before the Italian border, sheltered by mountains that give it a unique subtropical microclimate. The taxi ride from Monaco covers just 10 kilometres but offers a concentrated dose of Mediterranean beauty along the Basse Corniche. Menton is world-famous for its Lemon Festival, a spectacular annual event attracting over 200,000 visitors each February-March. The town boasts exceptional baroque heritage, the Jean Cocteau Museum designed by Rudy Ricciotti, and stunning botanical gardens growing tropical species found nowhere else in mainland France.

Route

Route Monaco → Menton

From Monaco, the route to Menton follows the Basse Corniche (M6098), a coastal road hugging the Mediterranean shoreline. Leaving Monte Carlo, you pass the Larvotto beaches, then cross into Roquebrune-Cap-Martin. The road winds along Cap Martin, a wooded peninsula hiding sumptuous Belle Époque villas including Eileen Gray's famous Villa E-1027. After rounding the cape, Menton reveals itself in an amphitheatre facing the sea, with its old port, colourful houses and basilica bell tower. You enter Menton through the Garavan district, steps from the Italian border.

Main route: Basse Corniche — Aucun (itinéraire par la Basse Corniche)

Points of interest along the way

Basse Corniche

Frontière italienne

Jardins de Menton

Practical tips

Our tips for Monaco → Menton

Tips & best practices

Specific tips for the Monaco → Menton route

The Monaco–Menton journey is short but parking in Menton is a nightmare, especially in summer and during the Lemon Festival. A taxi frees you from this constraint entirely. If visiting for the Lemon Festival (February-March), book well in advance as demand is huge. On market days (every morning except Monday), old-town traffic slows — the driver will adapt the route. For a day trip, combine Menton with the medieval village of Roquebrune, perched above Cap Martin.

Tolls: Aucun (itinéraire par la Basse Corniche)

Pricing

Taxi fare Monaco → Menton

All our rides are fixed-price. The fare is set at booking, no surprises.

Day rate

Monday — Saturday, 7am — 7pm

25 — 35 €

Night rate

7pm — 7am, 15% surcharge

29 — 40 €

Sunday & holidays

All day, 10% surcharge

28 — 39 €

* Indicative prices incl. tax. Exact fare provided at booking. No luggage surcharge.

Transport comparison

How to get from Monaco to Menton?

Taxi vs alternatives

Detailed comparison of transport options

Bus 100 (Ligne d'Azur) connects Monaco to Menton in about 20 minutes for €1.50, but it's often crowded and stops aren't always near your destination. No direct train connection is practical for such a short trip. By taxi, you're picked up from your Monaco hotel and dropped exactly where you wish in Menton in 12 minutes — unmatched comfort at a very accessible price.

Sedan (1-4 passengers)

25 — 35 €

Guaranteed fixed price, no surprises

Van (5-7 passengers)

45 €

Ideal for families and groups

Villes desservies

Taxi Monaco Taxi Menton