What is the cheapest way to get from Avignon to Espalion?

The cheapest way to get from Avignon to Espalion is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 3h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Avignon to Espalion?

The fastest way to get from Avignon to Espalion is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Avignon and Espalion?

No, there is no direct bus from Avignon to Espalion. However, there are services departing from Avignon and arriving at ESPALION - Boulevard J. Poulenc via Montpellier - Sabines Bus Station, Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station and RODEZ - Gare SNCF/Routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 47m.

How far is it from Avignon to Espalion?

The distance between Avignon and Espalion is 322 km. The road distance is 238.4 km.

How do I travel from Avignon to Espalion without a car?

The best way to get from Avignon to Espalion without a car is to train and bus via Montpellier which takes 8h 24m and costs €30 - €70.

How long does it take to get from Avignon to Espalion?

It takes approximately 8h 24m to get from Avignon to Espalion, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Avignon to Espalion bus from?

Avignon to Espalion bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Avignon station.

Train or bus from Avignon to Espalion?

The best way to get from Avignon to Espalion is to train which takes 9h 8m and costs €85 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €80 and takes 9h 47m.

Where does the Avignon to Espalion bus arrive?

Avignon to Espalion bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Montpellier station.

Can I drive from Avignon to Espalion?

Yes, the driving distance between Avignon to Espalion is 238 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Avignon to Espalion.

Where can I stay near Espalion?

There are 630+ hotels available in Espalion.

Avignon to Espalion - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Avignon to Espalion by train, bus, train (TGV), 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, bus via Montpellier
best
1. Take the train from Avignon Centre to Montpellier Saint-Rochtrain Ter
2. Take the bus from MONTPELLIER - Gare St Roch to MILLAU - Gare Routière / SNCFbus 234
3. Take the bus from MILLAU - Gare Routière / SNCF to RODEZ - Gare SNCF/Routièrebus 214
8h 24m
€31–70
Train
1. Take the train from Avignon Centre to Nimestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Nimes to Toulouse Matabiautrain Ter
3. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Rodeztrain Ter
9h 8m
€86–186
Drive 238.4 km
1. Drive from Avignon to Espalioncar 238.4 km
3h 42m
€37–53
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Avignon Centre to Montpellier Saint-Rochtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Millautrain Ter
3. Take the bus from MILLAU - Gare Routière / SNCF to RODEZ - Gare SNCF/Routièrebus 214
9h 34m
€54–129
Bus
1. Take the bus from Avignon to Montpellierbus
2. Take the bus from Montpellier - Sabines Bus Station to Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station to Rodezbus
9h 47m
€39–76

Avignon to Espalion by train and bus

21Weekly Services

8h 24mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 321.8 km
Duration: 8h 24m

What companies run services between Avignon, France and Espalion, Occitanie, France?

You can take a train from Avignon Centre to ESPALION - Boulevard J. Poulenc via Nimes, Toulouse Matabiau, Rodez, and RODEZ - Gare SNCF/Routière in around 9h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Avignon to ESPALION - Boulevard J. Poulenc via Montpellier, Montpellier - Sabines Bus Station, Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station, Rodez, and RODEZ - Gare SNCF/Routière in around 9h 47m.

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