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

The cheapest way to get from Sion to Avignon is to train and bus which costs €45 - €110 and takes 8h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sion to Avignon is to drive which takes 4h 58m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct train between Sion and Avignon?

No, there is no direct train from Sion to Avignon. However, there are services departing from Sion and arriving at Avignon Tgv via Genève and Bellegarde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Sion to Avignon?

The distance between Sion and Avignon is 535 km. The road distance is 434.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Sion to Avignon without a car is to train via Bellegarde-sur-Valserine which takes 6h 16m and costs €100 - €230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Sion to Avignon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sion to Avignon train from?

Sion to Avignon train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Sion station.

Where does the Sion to Avignon train arrive?

Sion to Avignon train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Genève station.

Can I drive from Sion to Avignon?

Yes, the driving distance between Sion to Avignon is 435 km. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Sion to Avignon.

How do I get a train ticket from Sion to Avignon?

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Where can I stay near Avignon?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Sion to Avignon by train (Trenitalia, TGV), 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 Bellegarde-sur-Valserine
best
1. Take the train from Sion to Genèvetrain Ir95 / ...
2. Take the train from Bellegarde to Avignon Tgvtrain Tgv
6h 16m
€100–227
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sion to Genèvetrain Ir95 / ...
2. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus station to Avignonbus
8h 32m
€47–102
Drive 434.9 km
1. Drive from Sion to Avignoncar 434.9 km
4h 58m
€74–107
Train
1. Take the train from Sion to Genèvetrain Ir95 / ...
2. Take the train from Geneve to Avignon Tgvtrain Tgv
7h 8m
€107–182
Train, bus via Lyon
1. Take the train from Sion to Lausannetrain Ec / ...
2. Take the bus from Lausanne to Lyonbus
3. Take the bus from Lyon to Avignonbus 749 / ...
10h
€53–123

Sion to Avignon by train

7Weekly Trains

6h 16mAverage Duration

€100Cheapest Price

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Distance: 535 km
Duration: 6h 16m

What companies run services between Sion, Switzerland and Avignon, France?

You can take a train from Sion to Avignon Tgv via Genève and Bellegarde in around 6h 16m.

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