What is the cheapest way to get from Arles to Lyon?

The cheapest way to get from Arles to Lyon is to rideshare which costs €18 and takes 3h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arles to Lyon?

The fastest way to get from Arles to Lyon is to train via Avignon which takes 2h 40m and costs €30 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Arles and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Arles and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Arles to Lyon?

The distance between Arles and Lyon is 265 km. The road distance is 257.4 km.

How do I travel from Arles to Lyon without a car?

The best way to get from Arles to Lyon without a car is to train via Avignon which takes 2h 40m and costs €30 - €85.

How long does it take to get from Arles to Lyon?

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Arles to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arles to Lyon train from?

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

Train or bus from Arles to Lyon?

The best way to get from Arles to Lyon is to train via Avignon which takes 2h 40m and costs €30 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €35 and takes 4h 4m.

Where does the Arles to Lyon train arrive?

Arles to Lyon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Avignon Centre station.

Can I drive from Arles to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Arles to Lyon is 257 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Arles to Lyon.

How do I get a train ticket from Arles to Lyon?

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Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 3674+ hotels available in Lyon.

Can I share a ride from Arles to Lyon?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Arles and Lyon. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Arles to Lyon - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Arles to Lyon by train (TGV), bus, rideshare, train, plane, or car

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

Train via Avignon
best
1. Take the train from Arles to Avignon CentreTer
2. Take the train from Avignon Tgv to Lyon Part DieuTgv
2h 40m
€31–85
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Arles to Lyon258.9 km
3h 26m
€18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Avignon to Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
4h 4m
€25–31
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Arles to Vitrolles Aeroport Marseille
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)MRS - LYS
3h 42m
€100–230
Train
1. Take the train from Arles to Lyon Part DieuTer
2h 50m
€47–48
Drive 257.4 km
1. Drive from Arles to Lyon257.4 km
2h 50m
€40–57

Arles to Lyon by train

106Weekly Trains

2h 40mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 265.2 km
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Arles, France and Lyon, France?

You can take a train from Arles to Lyon Part Dieu via Avignon Centre and Avignon Tgv in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Avignon to Lyon, Perrache Bus Station twice a week. Tickets cost €15–20 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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