Monaco rail services suspended 10‑11 November 2026, replacement buses operate
Regional train services linking Monaco with Nice, Menton and Ventimiglia are suspended on 10 and 11 November 2026. The interruption runs from the start of Tuesday until about 5.30 pm on Wednesday, and replacement coaches with severely limited capacity will operate for affected passengers.
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At a glance
- What changes
- Regional trains between Monaco, Nice, Menton and Ventimiglia are suspended
- Timing
- 10 November 2026 to approximately 5.30 pm on 11 November 2026
- Who is affected
- International visitors, daily commuters, hotel guests and ZOU! rail pass holders
The details
- Announced by
- SNCF Voyageurs and Monaco municipal authorities
- Takes effect
- 10 November 2026 to approximately 5.30 pm on 11 November 2026
- Previous rule
- Trains on the Nice–Monaco–Menton–Ventimiglia corridor operated regularly throughout the day.
- New rule
- All services on the corridor are suspended; limited replacement coach services run instead.
Reason for the suspension
SNCF Réseau is carrying out substantial infrastructure works on the Nice–Monaco–Menton–Ventimiglia line. The works cannot be accommodated by a reduced timetable, so a full suspension was deemed necessary for safety and efficiency.
- Works affect both the Nice–Monaco–Menton–Ventimiglia corridor and the separate Nice–Breil–Tende line
- SNCF expects services to start returning on Wednesday evening
Replacement transport arrangements
SNCF Voyageurs Sud Azur has organised replacement coaches between Monaco and key destinations in France and Italy. Coaches run at roughly 15‑minute intervals during peak periods and every 30 minutes otherwise, but seat availability is very limited.
- Direct coaches serve Nice Grand‑Arénas, Nice‑Vauban, Menton bus station and Ventimiglia railway station
- Boarding in Monaco is at the Parvis Sainte‑Dévote exit; alighting is at the Monte‑Carlo exit
- ZOU! 600, 601 Noctambus and Zest L25 buses provide additional options
- Passengers with a ZOU! rail pass can travel free on designated buses by presenting a completed Pass Travaux Abonnés ZOU!
Timeline and resumption
The suspension covers the whole of Tuesday, 10 November, and most of Wednesday, 11 November. The first train from Nice toward Menton and Ventimiglia is scheduled for 5.23 pm on Wednesday, with Monaco‑to‑Menton/Ventimiglia services expected at 5.51 pm and Monaco‑to‑Nice at 7.05 pm.
Monaco’s municipal decree also closes the Sainte‑Dévote and Débarcadère tunnels to general traffic during the same period, allowing only authorised replacement vehicles and emergency services.
- Tunnel closures apply until the railway service fully resumes
- Authorities may modify or lift restrictions if operational needs change
What this means for travellers
Trip planning
- Travelers with tickets for 10‑11 November must check for replacement coach times before departure
- Arrivals by train on those dates will be dropped off at the Monte‑Carlo exit of the station
- Departures require boarding at the Parvis Sainte‑Dévote exit, not the main station hall
- Passengers should allow extra travel time for limited coach capacity
Cost and documents
- No additional fare is required for the replacement coaches
- ZOU! rail pass holders need to present a completed Pass Travaux Abonnés ZOU! to travel free on designated buses
- No new travel insurance is mandated by the announcement
What you need to do
- Verify the status of your specific train on SNCF’s official channels before leaving for the station
- If travelling with bicycles, scooters or animals, confirm space availability on the replacement coach
- Identify the correct boarding or alighting exit at Monaco‑Monte‑Carlo station according to the announcement
- Monitor municipal traffic updates if using private vehicles, as the Sainte‑Dévote and Débarcadère tunnels will be closed
Who this affects
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International visitors arriving by train
Their scheduled trains between Nice, Menton, Ventimiglia and Monaco are suspended
What to do Use the limited replacement coaches and check boarding points at Monaco station
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Daily commuters between Monaco and Nice/Menton
Regular regional services they rely on are not operating on 10‑11 November
What to do Plan alternative road transport or use ZOU! bus services during the closure
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Hotel guests with arrivals on 10‑11 November
Their usual rail connection into Monaco will be unavailable
What to do Inform hotels of possible delays and consider pre‑booking replacement coach seats
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ZOU! rail pass holders
They hold subscriptions for the affected regional lines
What to do Print and complete the Pass Travaux Abonnés ZOU! to travel free on designated buses
Frequently asked questions
What train routes are suspended in Monaco on 10‑11 November 2026?
All regional services on the Nice–Monaco–Menton–Ventimiglia corridor, as well as the Nice–Breil–Tende line, are suspended for the two‑day period.
Are there any replacement buses for the suspended trains?
Yes, SNCF Voyageurs Sud Azur runs limited replacement coaches between Monaco and Nice Grand‑Arénas, Nice‑Vauban, Menton and Ventimiglia, with reduced seat capacity.
When will train services resume after the suspension?
The first scheduled departures on Wednesday, 11 November, are at 5.23 pm from Nice toward Menton/Ventimiglia, with Monaco services resuming around 5.51 pm and 7.05 pm.
Do I need a special ticket to use the replacement buses?
No extra fare is required, but ZOU! rail pass holders must present a completed Pass Travaux Abonnés ZOU! to travel free on the designated buses.
Will the Sainte‑Dévote and Débarcadère tunnels be closed for all traffic?
The tunnels are closed to general vehicle traffic on 10‑11 November, but replacement coaches, emergency vehicles and authorised services are exempt.
