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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Arles is to bus which costs €25 - €35 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Arles is to train via Avignon which takes 2h 26m and costs €45 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Arles?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Arles. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Lyon to Arles?

The distance between Lyon and Arles is 265 km. The road distance is 257.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Arles without a car is to train via Avignon which takes 2h 26m and costs €45 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Lyon to Arles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Arles train from?

Lyon to Arles train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Lyon Part Dieu station.

Train or bus from Lyon to Arles?

The best way to get from Lyon to Arles is to train via Avignon which takes 2h 26m and costs €45 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €35 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Lyon to Arles train arrive?

Lyon to Arles train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Avignon Tgv station.

Can I drive from Lyon to Arles?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Arles is 258 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Lyon to Arles.

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

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Where can I stay near Arles?

There are 1822+ hotels available in Arles.

Lyon to Arles - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lyon to Arles by train (TGV), 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 Avignon
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Avignon Tgvtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Avignon Centre to Arlestrain Ter
2h 26m
€48–77
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station to Avignonbus
4h 25m
€25–31
Drive 257.6 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Arlescar 257.6 km
2h 49m
€39–57
Train
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Arlestrain Ter
2h 47m
€45–80

Lyon to Arles by train

114Weekly Trains

2h 26mAverage Duration

€48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 265.2 km
Duration: 2h 26m

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

You can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Arles via Avignon Tgv and Avignon Centre in around 2h 26m. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station to Avignon 4 times a week. Tickets cost €15–20 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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