How to travel from Aix-en-Provence to Alès, France

The distance between Aix-en-Provence and Alès is around 149km (93 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 35m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Aix-en-Provence to Alès by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out AlèsAix-en-Provence if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Marseille St Charles then Nimes and then to Ales.

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    €38($38)
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Bus

Take the bus to Avignon - Gare Routière PEM and then to Ales - Gare Routière.

  • Duration2h 60m
  • Departs4 times a day
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Drive

Drive to Alès.

  • Duration1h 35m
  • Distance149km (93 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Aix-en-Provence and Alès

There are several options for getting from Aix-en-Provence to Alès by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around and will take around 2h 60m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €27 ($27).

The distance between Aix-en-Provence and Alès is around 149km (93 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 128km (79 miles)

It takes around 2h 60m to get from Aix-en-Provence and Alès by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Aix-en-Provence to Alès is to drive which takes around 1h 35m and will set you back approx €27 ($27).

The cheapest way to travel between Aix-en-Provence and Alès, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Aix-en-Provence and Alès. It typically takes around 2h 25m and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Aix-en-Provence to Alès. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Marseille St Charles and Nimes. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 2h 25m.

SNCF, Renfe SNCF and Swiss Railways run train services between Aix-en-Provence and Alès. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 2h 25m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Aix-en-Provence and Alès. It typically takes around 2h 60m and departs 4 times a day.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Aix-en-Provence to Alès. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Avignon - Gare Routière PEM. These services run 4 times a day and will take a minimum of 2h 60m.

Zou! LER and liO Occitanie run regular bus services between Aix-en-Provence and Alès. Buses run 4 times a day and take around 2h 60m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Aix-en-Provence to Alès. We recommend that you take the bus to Avignon - Gare Routière PEM and then to Ales - Gare Routière. instead which will take 2h 60m.

The closest major airport to Alès is Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) (MPL) which is approximately 62km (38 miles) from Alès. Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) (MRS) and Aurillac Airport (AUR) (AUR) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Aix-en-Provence and Alès. The distance is around 149km (93 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Aix-en-Provence to Alès is to take the bus which takes, on average, 2h 60m and will usually cost around .

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Compare travel optionsbetween Aix-en-Provence and Alès

Transport options from Aix-en-Provence to Alès
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 25m
€38($38)
every 3 hours210km (131 miles)
Bus
2h 60m
4 times a day161km (100 miles)
Drive
1h 35m
€27($27)
on demand149km (93 miles)

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Airports near Alès

The following major airports near Alès offer regular flights to various popular destinations within France and internationally.

MPL
Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
62km (38 miles) from Alès
MRS
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
International Airport
Distance
119km (74 miles) from Alès
AUR
Aurillac Airport (AUR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
158km (98 miles) from Alès