How to travel from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Nimes, France
The distance between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Nimes is around 956km (594 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4h 10m.
11 routes found
We've found 11 different ways to get from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Nimes by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Nimes → Cherbourg-en-Cotentin if you're planning a return trip.
Train and Plane
Take the train to Caen then fly from Caen (CFR) to Lyon (LYS) then take the train to Nimes.
- Duration4h 10m
- Flight time1h 15m
- Typical cost€370($370)
Multiple operators
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Train
Take the train to Paris St Lazare and then to Nimes.
- Duration6h 30m
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost€165($165)
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Train and Bus
Take the train to Chambéry-Challes-les-Eaux and then to Valence then take the bus to Nîmes.
- Duration11h 20m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€555($555)
Multiple operators
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Nimes
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Nimes by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around €74 ($74) and will take around 14h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 4h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €370 ($370).
The distance between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Nimes is around 956km (594 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 790km (491 miles)
It takes around 6h 30m to get from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Nimes by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 10hrs to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Nimes is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4h 10m and will set you back approx €370 ($370).
The cheapest way to travel between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Nimes, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around €74 ($74) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Nimes. It typically takes around 6h 30m and departs every 4 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Nimes. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Paris St Lazare and Gare de Lyon. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 6h 30m.
SNCF, TGV inOui and Swiss Railways run train services between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Nimes. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 6h 30m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Nimes. We recommend that you take the train to Caen then fly from Caen (CFR) to Lyon (LYS) then take the train to Nimes. instead which will take 4h 10m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Nimes. We recommend that you take the train to Caen then fly from Caen (CFR) to Lyon (LYS) then take the train to Nimes. instead which will take 4h 10m.
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 Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Nimes. The distance is around 1,062km (660 miles) by road and it will take around 10hrs in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Nimes is to take the train which takes, on average, 6h 30m and will usually cost around €165 ($165).
Compare travel optionsbetween Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Nimes
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane + 5 similar | 4h 10m | €370($370) | once daily | 956km (594 miles) |
| Train to Caen, plane | 4h 45m | €210($210) | once daily | 1,041km (647 miles) |
| Train to Lison, plane | 5h 45m | €285($285) | twice daily | 1,042km (648 miles) |
| Train to Paris St Lazare, plane | 6hrs | €190($190) | every 4 hours | 1,048km (651 miles) |
| Train to Paris St Lazare, plane | 6h 30m | €240($240) | once daily | 1,145km (711 miles) |
| Train to Lison, plane | 6h 40m | €300($300) | once daily | 1,176km (731 miles) |
Train + 1 similar | 6h 30m | €165($165) | every 4 hours | 1,062km (660 miles) |
| Train via Caen | 7h 30m | €185($185) | once a week | 1,180km (733 miles) |
Train and Bus + 1 similar | 11h 20m | €555($555) | once a week | 1,215km (755 miles) |
| Bus and Train | 14h 50m | €74($74) | 4 times a week | 1,088km (676 miles) |
Drive | 10hrs | €190($190) | on demand | 1,062km (660 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.
Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
- Distance
- 43km (27 miles) from Nimes
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
- Distance
- 82km (51 miles) from Nimes
Hyeres Airport (TLN)
- Distance
- 167km (104 miles) from Nimes