What is the cheapest way to get from Alès to Carcassonne?

The cheapest way to get from Alès to Carcassonne is to bus which costs €18 - €50 and takes 5h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alès to Carcassonne?

The fastest way to get from Alès to Carcassonne is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Alès and Carcassonne?

No, there is no direct bus from Alès to Carcassonne. However, there are services departing from Ales and arriving at Carcassonne via Gare Triaire, Nîmes and Montpellier. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Alès and Carcassonne?

No, there is no direct train from Alès to Carcassonne. However, there are services departing from Ales and arriving at Carcassonne via Nimes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Alès to Carcassonne?

The distance between Alès and Carcassonne is 254 km. The road distance is 222.5 km.

How do I travel from Alès to Carcassonne without a car?

The best way to get from Alès to Carcassonne without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs €23 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Alès to Carcassonne?

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Alès to Carcassonne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alès to Carcassonne bus from?

Alès to Carcassonne bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Ales station.

Where do I catch the Alès to Carcassonne train from?

Alès to Carcassonne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Ales station.

Train or bus from Alès to Carcassonne?

The best way to get from Alès to Carcassonne is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs €23 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €50 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Alès to Carcassonne bus arrive?

Alès to Carcassonne bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Nimes station.

Where does the Alès to Carcassonne train arrive?

Alès to Carcassonne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Nimes station.

Can I drive from Alès to Carcassonne?

Yes, the driving distance between Alès to Carcassonne is 223 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Alès to Carcassonne.

How do I get a train ticket from Alès to Carcassonne?

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Where can I stay near Carcassonne?

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Alès to Carcassonne - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Alès to Carcassonne by train (TGV), bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ales to NimesTer
2. Take the train from Nimes to CarcassonneIntercités / ...
3h 30m
€23–51
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ales to Nimes
2. Take the bus from Nîmes to Montpellier718 / ...
3. Take the bus from Montpellier to Carcassonne718
5h 34m
€18–46
Drive 222.5 km
1. Drive from Alès to Carcassonne222.5 km
2h 24m
€35–50

Alès to Carcassonne by train

84Weekly Trains

3h 30mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 254 km
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Alès, France and Carcassonne, France?

You can take a train from Ales to Carcassonne via Nimes in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ales to Carcassonne via Nimes, Gare Triaire, Costieres Parnasse, Nîmes, and Montpellier in around 5h 34m.

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