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

The cheapest way to get from Arles to Portbou is to line 130 bus and bus and train which costs €19 - €55 and takes 6h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arles to Portbou is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Arles and Portbou?

No, there is no direct train from Arles to Portbou. However, there are services departing from Arles and arriving at Port-Bou via Narbonne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Arles to Portbou?

The distance between Arles and Portbou is 295 km. The road distance is 280.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Arles to Portbou without a car is to train via Narbonne which takes 4h 52m and costs €50 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Arles to Portbou, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arles to Portbou train from?

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

Where does the Arles to Portbou train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arles to Portbou?

Yes, the driving distance between Arles to Portbou is 281 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Arles to Portbou.

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

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Where can I stay near Portbou?

There are 4532+ hotels available in Portbou.

Arles to Portbou - 4 ways to travel via train, line 130 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Arles to Portbou by train, bus, 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 Narbonne
best
1. Take the train from Arles to Narbonnetrain Ter / ...
2. Take the train from Narbonne to Port-Boutrain Ter
4h 52m
€54–76
Line 130 bus, bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from ARLES - Clémenceau to NÎMES - Gare Routièrebus 130
2. Take the bus from Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Station to Perpignan - Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Perpignan to Cerberetrain Ter
6h 32m
€20–54
Drive 280.7 km
1. Drive from Arles to Portboucar 280.7 km
2h 55m
€44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Tarascon Sur Rhone to Port-Boutrain Ter
5h 20m
€46–112

Arles to Portbou by train

41Weekly Trains

4h 52mAverage Duration

€54Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Arles to Portbou.

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Distance: 295.2 km
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Arles, France and Portbou, Spain?

You can take a train from Arles to Port-Bou via Narbonne in around 4h 52m.

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