What is the cheapest way to get from Alès to l'Escala?

The cheapest way to get from Alès to l'Escala is to bus which costs €35 - €65 and takes 8h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alès to l'Escala?

The fastest way to get from Alès to l'Escala is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Alès and l'Escala?

No, there is no direct bus from Alès to l'Escala. However, there are services departing from Ales and arriving at L'Escala Pobla Sec via Gare Triaire, Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Station and Girona, Estació d'Autobusos. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.

How far is it from Alès to l'Escala?

The distance between Alès and l'Escala is 394 km. The road distance is 307.1 km.

How do I travel from Alès to l'Escala without a car?

The best way to get from Alès to l'Escala without a car is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs €40 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Alès to l'Escala?

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Alès to l'Escala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alès to l'Escala bus from?

Alès to l'Escala bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Ales station.

Train or bus from Alès to l'Escala?

The best way to get from Alès to l'Escala is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs €40 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €65 and takes 8h 49m.

Where does the Alès to l'Escala bus arrive?

Alès to l'Escala bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Nimes station.

Can I drive from Alès to l'Escala?

Yes, the driving distance between Alès to l'Escala is 307 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Alès to l'Escala.

Where can I stay near l'Escala?

There are 4767+ hotels available in l'Escala.

Alès to l'Escala - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Alès to l'Escala by train (Renfe, TGV), bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ales to NimesTer
2. Take the train from Nimes to Girona9730 / ...
6h 28m
€41–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ales to Nimes
2. Take the bus from Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Station to Girona, Estació d'Autobusos
3. Take the bus from Girona, Estació d'Autobusos to L'Escala Pobla Sec11
8h 49m
€35–62
Drive 307.1 km
1. Drive from Alès to l'Escala307.1 km
3h 18m
€49–70
Train via Cerbère
1. Take the train from Ales to NimesTer
2. Take the train from Nimes to Port-BouTer
8h
€58–119
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ales to NimesTer
2. Take the bus from Nîmes to Girona
3. Take the bus from Girona, Estació d'Autobusos to L'Escala Pobla Sec11
8h 56m
€37–77

Alès to l'Escala by train and bus

20Weekly Services

6h 28mAverage Duration

€41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 393.9 km
Duration: 6h 28m

What companies run services between Alès, France and l'Escala, Catalonia, Spain?

You can take a train from Ales to L'Escala Pobla Sec via Nimes, Girona, Flaçà, and Flaça in around 6h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ales to L'Escala Pobla Sec via Nimes, Gare Triaire, Costieres Parnasse, Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Station, and Girona, Estació d'Autobusos in around 8h 49m.

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