How to travel from Grenoble to Arles, France

The distance between Grenoble and Arles is around 277km (172 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2h 15m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Grenoble to Arles by train 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 via Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Take the train to Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud then Nimes and then to Arles.

  • Duration2h 15m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €125($125)
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1 similiar route

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Drive

Drive to Arles.

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Distance277km (172 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Grenoble and Arles

There are several options for getting from Grenoble to Arles by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around €125 ($125) and will take around 2h 15m.

The distance between Grenoble and Arles is around 277km (172 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 189km (118 miles)

It takes around 2h 55m to get from Grenoble and Arles by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Grenoble to Arles is to take the train which takes around 2h 15m and will set you back approx €125 ($125).

The cheapest way to travel between Grenoble and Arles, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around €125 ($125) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Grenoble and Arles. It typically takes around 2h 55m and departs every 2 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Grenoble to Arles. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Valence. These services run every 2 hours and will take a minimum of 2h 55m.

Swiss Railways, SNCF, TGV inOui and Renfe SNCF run train services between Grenoble and Arles. Trains depart every 2 hours and will take around 2h 55m, 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 Grenoble and Arles. We recommend that you take the train to Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud then Nimes and then to Arles. instead which will take 2h 15m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Grenoble to Arles. We recommend that you take the train to Valence and then to Arles. instead which will take 2h 55m.

The closest major airport to Arles is Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) (MRS) which is approximately 54km (34 miles) from Arles. Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) (MPL) 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 Grenoble and Arles. The distance is around 277km (172 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Grenoble to Arles is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 55m and will usually cost around €170 ($170).

How do I get from Grenoble to Arles

Compare travel optionsbetween Grenoble and Arles

Transport options from Grenoble to Arles
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train via Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud + 1 similar
2h 15m
€125($125)
every 4 hours290km (180 miles)
Train2h 55m
€170($170)
every 2 hours286km (178 miles)
Drive
2h 35m
€38($38)
on demand277km (172 miles)

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Airports near Arles

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

MRS
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
International Airport
Distance
54km (34 miles) from Arles
MPL
Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
55km (34 miles) from Arles
TLN
Hyeres Airport (TLN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
140km (87 miles) from Arles