How to travel from Avignon to Nimes, France

The distance between Avignon and Nimes is around 45km (28 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 36min.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Avignon to Nimes by train, bus, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Nimes.

  • Duration36min
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €11($11)
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bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Nimes - Gare Routiere.

  • Duration1h 35m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
Operated by

Gard - liO Occitanie

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taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Nîmes.

  • Duration43min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    €130($130)
Operated by

Taxis Radio Avignonnais

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car
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Drive

Drive to Nîmes.

  • Duration43min
  • Distance45km (28 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Avignon and Nimes

There are several options for getting from Avignon to Nimes by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around and will take around 1h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 36min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €11 ($11).

The distance between Avignon and Nimes is around 45km (28 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 38km (24 miles)

It takes around 36min to get from Avignon and Nimes by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 43min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Avignon to Nimes is to take the train which takes around 36min and will set you back approx €11 ($11).

The cheapest way to travel between Avignon and Nimes, 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 Avignon and Nimes. It typically takes around 36min and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Avignon and Nimes with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 36min.

SNCF run train services between Avignon and Nimes. Trains depart hourly and will take around 36min, 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 Avignon and Nimes. It typically takes around 1h 35m and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Avignon and Nimes with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 4 hours and takes 1h 35m.

Gard - liO Occitanie run regular bus services between Avignon and Nimes. Buses run every 4 hours and take around 1h 35m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Avignon to Nimes. We recommend that you take the train to Nimes. instead which will take 36min.

The closest major airport to Nimes is Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) (MPL) which is approximately 43km (27 miles) from Nimes. Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) (MRS) and Hyeres Airport (TLN) (TLN) 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 Avignon and Nimes. The distance is around 45km (28 miles) by road and it will take around 43min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Avignon to Nimes is to take the train which takes, on average, 36min and will usually cost around €11 ($11).

How do I get from Avignon to Nimes

Compare travel optionsbetween Avignon and Nimes

Transport options from Avignon to Nimes
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
36min
€11($11)
hourly49km (30 miles)
Bus
1h 35m
every 4 hours61km (38 miles)
Taxi
43min
€130($130)
on demand45km (28 miles)
Drive
43min
€6($6)
on demand45km (28 miles)

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Airports near Nimes

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

MPL
Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
43km (27 miles) from Nimes
MRS
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
International Airport
Distance
82km (51 miles) from Nimes
TLN
Hyeres Airport (TLN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
167km (104 miles) from Nimes