How to travel from Nimes to Arles, France

The distance between Nimes and Arles is around 32km (20 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 22min.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Nimes to Arles 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 Arles.

  • Duration28min
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €10($10)
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Arles - Clemenceau.

  • Duration50min
  • Departsevery 4 hours
Operated by

Gard - liO Occitanie

🚀 Fastest
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taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Arles.

  • Duration22min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    €90($90)
Operated by

Taxi Grès

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Drive

Drive to Arles.

  • Duration22min
  • Distance32km (20 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Nimes and Arles

There are several options for getting from Nimes to Arles by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around and will take around 50min. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 22min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €90 ($90).

The distance between Nimes and Arles is around 32km (20 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 28km (17 miles)

It takes around 28min to get from Nimes and Arles by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 22min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Nimes to Arles is to take a taxi which takes around 22min and will set you back approx €90 ($90).

The cheapest way to travel between Nimes and Arles, 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 Nimes and Arles. It typically takes around 28min and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Nimes and Arles with no changeovers required. The train runs every 4 hours and takes 28min.

SNCF run train services between Nimes and Arles. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 28min, 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 Nimes and Arles. It typically takes around 50min and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Nimes and Arles with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 4 hours and takes 50min.

Gard - liO Occitanie run regular bus services between Nimes and Arles. Buses run every 4 hours and take around 50min on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Nimes to Arles. We recommend that you take the train to Arles. instead which will take 28min.

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 Nimes and Arles. The distance is around 32km (20 miles) by road and it will take around 22min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Nimes to Arles is to take the train which takes, on average, 28min and will usually cost around €10 ($10).

How do I get from Nimes to Arles

Compare travel optionsbetween Nimes and Arles

Transport options from Nimes to Arles
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
28min
€10($10)
every 4 hours41km (25 miles)
Bus
50min
every 4 hours34km (21 miles)
Taxi
22min
€90($90)
on demand32km (20 miles)
Drive
22min
€5($5)
on demand32km (20 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