How to travel from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Aix-en-Provence, France

The distance between Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) and Aix-en-Provence is around 152km (94 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 35m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Aix-en-Provence by bus, tram, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Aix-en-ProvenceMontpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Marseille St Charles and then to Aix En Provence.

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    €37($37)
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Bus

Take the bus to Marseille St Charles.

  • Duration3h 40m
  • Departs4 times a week
  • Typical cost
    €36($36)
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Bus, Tram and Train

Take the bus to Montpellier - Place de l'Europe then take a tram to Gare Saint-Roch then take the train to Aix En Provence Tgv then take the bus to Gare Routière Quai 11.

  • Duration2h 15m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    €44($44)
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Drive

Drive to Aix-en-Provence.

  • Duration1h 35m
  • Distance152km (94 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) and Aix-en-Provence

There are several options for getting from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Aix-en-Provence by bus, tram, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €36 ($36) and will take around 3h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €28 ($28).

The distance between Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) and Aix-en-Provence is around 152km (94 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 120km (75 miles)

It takes around 2h 15m to get from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) and Aix-en-Provence by bus, tram and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Aix-en-Provence is to drive which takes around 1h 35m and will set you back approx €28 ($28).

The cheapest way to travel between Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) and Aix-en-Provence, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €36 ($36) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) and Aix-en-Provence. It typically takes around 2h 55m and departs every 2 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Aix-en-Provence. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Montpellier - Place de l'Europe, Gare Saint-Roch and Marseille St Charles. These services run every 2 hours and will take a minimum of 2h 55m.

SNCF and Renfe SNCF run train services between Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) and Aix-en-Provence. 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

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) and Aix-en-Provence. It typically takes around 3h 40m and departs 4 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Aix-en-Provence. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Montpellier - Place de l'Europe, Gare Saint-Roch and Marseille St Charles. These services run 4 times a week and will take a minimum of 3h 40m.

SNCF Bus run regular bus services between Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) and Aix-en-Provence. Buses run 4 times a week and take around 3h 40m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

The easiest way to get to Aix-en-Provence from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) is to drive which will take 1h 35m and cost around €28 ($28).

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Aix-en-Provence. We recommend that you take the bus to Montpellier - Place de l'Europe then take a tram to Gare Saint-Roch then take the train to Aix En Provence Tgv then take the bus to Gare Routière Quai 11. instead which will take 2h 15m.

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 Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) and Aix-en-Provence. The distance is around 152km (94 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Aix-en-Provence is to take the bus, then take a tram and then take the train which takes, on average, 2h 15m and will usually cost around €44 ($44).

How do I get from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Aix-en-Provence

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Transport options from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Aix-en-Provence
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 55m
€37($37)
every 2 hours222km (138 miles)
Bus
3h 40m
€36($36)
4 times a week207km (129 miles)
Bus, Tram and Train
2h 15m
€44($44)
once daily191km (119 miles)
Drive
1h 35m
€28($28)
on demand152km (94 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