How to travel from Nimes to Avignon, France

The distance between Nimes and Avignon is around 46km (29 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 33min.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Nimes to Avignon 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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🚀 Fastest
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Train

Take the train to Avignon Centre.

  • Duration33min
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €11($11)
💰 Cheapest
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bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Avignon - Pem.

  • Duration1h 25m
  • Departsevery 2 hours
Operated by

Gard - liO Occitanie

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taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Avignon.

  • Duration44min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    €140($140)
Operated by

Taxi Grès

+ 2 others
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car
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Drive

Drive to Avignon.

  • Duration44min
  • Distance46km (29 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Nimes and Avignon

There are several options for getting from Nimes to Avignon by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around and will take around 1h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 33min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €11 ($11).

The distance between Nimes and Avignon is around 46km (29 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 38km (24 miles)

It takes around 33min to get from Nimes and Avignon by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 44min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Nimes to Avignon is to take the train which takes around 33min and will set you back approx €11 ($11).

The cheapest way to travel between Nimes and Avignon, 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 Avignon. It typically takes around 33min and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Nimes and Avignon with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 33min.

SNCF run train services between Nimes and Avignon. Trains depart hourly and will take around 33min, 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 Avignon. It typically takes around 1h 25m and departs every 2 hours.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Nimes and Avignon with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 2 hours and takes 1h 25m.

Gard - liO Occitanie run regular bus services between Nimes and Avignon. Buses run every 2 hours and take around 1h 25m 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 Avignon. We recommend that you take the train to Avignon Centre. instead which will take 33min.

The closest major airport to Avignon is Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) (MRS) which is approximately 66km (41 miles) from Avignon. 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 Avignon. The distance is around 46km (29 miles) by road and it will take around 44min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Nimes to Avignon is to take the train which takes, on average, 33min and will usually cost around €11 ($11).

How do I get from Nimes to Avignon

Compare travel optionsbetween Nimes and Avignon

Transport options from Nimes to Avignon
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
33min
€11($11)
hourly49km (30 miles)
Bus
1h 25m
every 2 hours59km (36 miles)
Taxi
44min
€140($140)
on demand46km (29 miles)
Drive
44min
€7($7)
on demand46km (29 miles)

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Airports near Avignon

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

MRS
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
International Airport
Distance
66km (41 miles) from Avignon
MPL
Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
80km (49 miles) from Avignon
TLN
Hyeres Airport (TLN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
145km (90 miles) from Avignon