How to travel from Clermont-Ferrand to Aix-en-Provence, France

The distance between Clermont-Ferrand and Aix-en-Provence is around 460km (286 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 30m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Clermont-Ferrand to Aix-en-Provence by bus, train, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Aix-en-ProvenceClermont-Ferrand if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Clermont-Ferrand (CFE) to Marseille (MRS).

  • Duration3h 30m
  • Flight time2h 30m
  • Typical cost
    €210($210)

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Train

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

  • Duration7h 20m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    €73($73)
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Bus

Take the bus to Aix-en-Provence.

  • Duration7h 25m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    €26($26)
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Drive

Drive to Aix-en-Provence.

  • Duration4h 25m
  • Distance460km (286 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Clermont-Ferrand and Aix-en-Provence

There are several options for getting from Clermont-Ferrand to Aix-en-Provence by bus, train, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €26 ($26) and will take around 7h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €210 ($210).

The distance between Clermont-Ferrand and Aix-en-Provence is around 460km (286 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 312km (194 miles)

It takes around 7h 25m to get from Clermont-Ferrand and Aix-en-Provence by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Clermont-Ferrand to Aix-en-Provence is to fly which takes around 3h 30m and will set you back approx €210 ($210).

The cheapest way to travel between Clermont-Ferrand and Aix-en-Provence, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €26 ($26) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Clermont-Ferrand and Aix-en-Provence. It typically takes around 7h 20m and departs every 20 mins.

There are no direct train services that runs from Clermont-Ferrand to Aix-en-Provence. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Nimes and Marseille St Charles. These services run every 20 mins and will take a minimum of 7h 20m.

SNCF, Swiss Railways and Renfe SNCF run train services between Clermont-Ferrand and Aix-en-Provence. Trains depart every 20 mins and will take around 7h 20m, 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 Clermont-Ferrand and Aix-en-Provence. It typically takes around 7h 25m and departs every 20 mins.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Clermont-Ferrand and Aix-en-Provence with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 20 mins and takes 7h 25m.

FlixBus run regular bus services between Clermont-Ferrand and Aix-en-Provence. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 7h 25m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Clermont-Ferrand and Aix-en-Provence. Flights depart from Clermont-Ferrand (CFE) and arrive at Marseille (MRS) - via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG). The flight takes around 2h 30m.

There is no direct flight from Clermont-Ferrand to Aix-en-Provence. There is however a flight that goes via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG). This services will take at least 3h 30m (not including layover time).

The flight from Clermont-Ferrand to Aix-en-Provence typically takes around 2h 30m. Flights depart from Clermont-Ferrand (CFE) and and arrive into Marseille (MRS).

The closest major airport to Aix-en-Provence is Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) (MRS) which is approximately 21km (13 miles) from Aix-en-Provence. Hyeres Airport (TLN) (TLN) and Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) (MPL) 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 Clermont-Ferrand and Aix-en-Provence. The distance is around 460km (286 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Clermont-Ferrand to Aix-en-Provence is to take the bus which takes, on average, 7h 25m and will usually cost around €26 ($26).

How do I get from Clermont-Ferrand to Aix-en-Provence

Compare travel optionsbetween Clermont-Ferrand and Aix-en-Provence

Transport options from Clermont-Ferrand to Aix-en-Provence
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
3h 30m
€210($210)
5 times a day1,044km (649 miles)
Train and Plane4h 35m
€255($255)
5 times a day521km (324 miles)
Train
7h 20m
€73($73)
every 20 mins464km (288 miles)
Bus
7h 25m
€26($26)
every 20 mins463km (288 miles)
Drive
4h 25m
€83($83)
on demand460km (286 miles)

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Airports near Aix-en-Provence

The following major airports near Aix-en-Provence offer regular flights to various popular destinations within France and internationally.

MRS
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
International Airport
Distance
21km (13 miles) from Aix-en-Provence
TLN
Hyeres Airport (TLN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
75km (47 miles) from Aix-en-Provence
MPL
Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
120km (75 miles) from Aix-en-Provence