How to travel from Arles to Verdon Gorge, France

The distance between Arles and Verdon Gorge is around 193km (120 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 15m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Arles to Verdon Gorge by train, bus, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Verdon GorgeArles if you're planning a return trip.

1
bus
+
bus
+

Bus via Gare Routière

Take the bus to Gare Routière and then to Riez - Pré de Foire.

  • Duration3h 10m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    €110($110)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

2
train
+
bus
+

Train and Bus

Take the train to Marseille St Charles then take the bus to Riez - Pré de Foire.

  • Duration3h 30m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    €115($115)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

🚀 Fastest
3
car
+

Drive

Drive to Verdon Gorge.

  • Duration2h 15m
  • Distance193km (120 miles)
Get turn-by-turn directions

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Arles and Verdon Gorge

There are several options for getting from Arles to Verdon Gorge by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €105 ($105) and will take around 3h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €26 ($26).

The distance between Arles and Verdon Gorge is around 193km (120 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 137km (85 miles)

It takes around 3h 30m to get from Arles and Verdon Gorge by train and bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 15m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Arles to Verdon Gorge is to drive which takes around 2h 15m and will set you back approx €26 ($26).

The cheapest way to travel between Arles and Verdon Gorge, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €105 ($105) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Arles and Verdon Gorge. We recommend that you drive to Verdon Gorge. instead which will take 2h 15m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Arles and Verdon Gorge. It typically takes around 3h 10m and departs every 20 mins.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Arles to Verdon Gorge. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Gare Routière Salon-de-Proven, Gare Routière and Riez - Pré de Foire. These services run every 20 mins and will take a minimum of 3h 10m.

Zou! BdR & Vaucluse, Zou! LER, CarTreize and Réseau Ulysse run regular bus services between Arles and Verdon Gorge. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 3h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Arles to Verdon Gorge. We recommend that you take the train to Marseille St Charles then take the bus to Riez - Pré de Foire. instead which will take 3h 30m.

The closest major airport to Verdon Gorge is Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) (NCE) which is approximately 71km (44 miles) from Verdon Gorge. Hyeres Airport (TLN) (TLN) and Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) (MRS) 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 Arles and Verdon Gorge. The distance is around 193km (120 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 15m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Arles to Verdon Gorge is to take the train and then take the bus which takes, on average, 3h 30m and will usually cost around €115 ($115).

How do I get from Arles to Verdon Gorge

Compare travel optionsbetween Arles and Verdon Gorge

Transport options from Arles to Verdon Gorge
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus via Gare Routière + 1 similar
3h 10m
€110($110)
every 20 mins197km (122 miles)
Bus3h 10m
€105($105)
every 20 mins194km (120 miles)
Train and Bus + 1 similar
3h 30m
€115($115)
every 20 mins227km (141 miles)
Train and Taxi3h 35m
€210($210)
every 4 hours283km (176 miles)
Drive
2h 15m
€26($26)
on demand193km (120 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Arles and Verdon Gorge

Bus companies

Airports near Verdon Gorge

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

NCE
Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE)
International Airport
Distance
71km (44 miles) from Verdon Gorge
TLN
Hyeres Airport (TLN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
74km (46 miles) from Verdon Gorge
MRS
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
International Airport
Distance
95km (59 miles) from Verdon Gorge