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

The cheapest way to get from Portbou to Arles is to drive which costs €40 - €65 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portbou to Arles is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Portbou and Arles?

No, there is no direct train from Portbou to Arles. However, there are services departing from Cerbere and arriving at Arles via Narbonne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Portbou to Arles?

The distance between Portbou and Arles is 293 km. The road distance is 281.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Portbou to Arles without a car is to train via Narbonne which takes 4h 39m and costs €35 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Portbou to Arles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portbou to Arles train from?

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

Where does the Portbou to Arles train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portbou to Arles?

Yes, the driving distance between Portbou to Arles is 281 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Portbou to Arles.

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

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Where can I stay near Arles?

There are 874+ hotels available in Arles.

Portbou to Arles - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Portbou to Arles by train or car

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Train via Narbonne
best
1. Take the train from Cerbere to Narbonnetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Narbonne to Arlestrain Ter / ...
4h 39m
€36–78
Drive 281.4 km
1. Drive from Portbou to Arlescar 281.4 km
2h 54m
€44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Port-Bou to Tarascon Sur Rhonetrain Ter
5h 17m
€49–108

Portbou to Arles by train

32Weekly Trains

4h 39mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Portbou to Arles.

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Distance: 293.2 km
Duration: 4h 39m

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

You can take a train from Cerbere to Arles via Narbonne in around 4h 39m.

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