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

The cheapest way to get from Bourges to Alès is to rideshare which costs €30 and takes 6h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bourges to Alès is to drive which takes 5h 21m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct train between Bourges and Alès?

No, there is no direct train from Bourges to Alès. However, there are services departing from Bourges and arriving at Ales via Lyon Part Dieu and Nimes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

How far is it from Bourges to Alès?

The distance between Bourges and Alès is 638 km. The road distance is 437.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Bourges to Alès without a car is to train which takes 7h 21m and costs €55 - €310.

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

It takes approximately 7h 21m to get from Bourges to Alès, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bourges to Alès train from?

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

Where does the Bourges to Alès train arrive?

Bourges to Alès train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Bourges to Alès?

Yes, the driving distance between Bourges to Alès is 437 km. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Bourges to Alès.

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

Book your Bourges to Alès train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Alès?

There are 14+ hotels available in Alès.

Can I share a ride from Bourges to Alès?

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

Bourges to Alès - 5 ways to travel via train, rideshare, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bourges to Alès by train (TGV, Renfe), rideshare, 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
best
1. Take the train from Bourges to Lyon Part DieuTer
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to NimesTgv
3. Take the train from Nimes to AlesTer
7h 21m
€57–309
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bourges to Alès436.4 km
6h 7m
€30
Train via Clermont-Ferrand
1. Take the train from Bourges to NeversTer
2. Take the train from Nevers to Clermont FerrandTer
3. Take the train from Clermont Ferrand to AlesTer
8h 58m
€42–182
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bourges to Clermont-FerrandN1717 / ...
2. Take the train from Clermont La Pardieu to AlesTer
8h 58m
€49–115
Drive 437.3 km
1. Drive from Bourges to Alès437.3 km
5h 21m
€68–99

Bourges to Alès by train

32Weekly Trains

7h 21mAverage Duration

€57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 637.9 km
Duration: 7h 21m

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

You can take a train from Bourges to Ales via Lyon Part Dieu and Nimes in around 7h 21m.

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