How to travel from Paris to Nimes, France

The distance between Paris and Nimes is around 672km (418 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 2h 25m.

8 routes found

We've found 8 different ways to get from Paris to Nimes by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly to Montpellier (MPL), Train

Fly from Paris Orly (ORY) to Montpellier (MPL) then take the train to Nimes Pont Du Gard.

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Flight time1h 30m
  • Typical cost
    €110($110)
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Train

Take the train to Nimes.

  • Duration2h 60m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €120($120)
Operated byTGV inOui+ 1 others
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Bus

Take the bus to Nîmes.

  • Duration9hrs
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    €24($24)
Operated byBlablabus+ 1 others
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Drive

Drive to Nîmes.

  • Duration6h 35m
  • Distance710km (441 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Paris and Nimes

There are several options for getting from Paris to Nimes by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €24 ($24) and will take around 9hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 2h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €110 ($110).

The distance between Paris and Nimes is around 672km (418 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 580km (360 miles)

It takes around 2h 60m to get from Paris and Nimes by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 6h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Paris to Nimes is to fly and then take the train which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx €110 ($110).

The cheapest way to travel between Paris and Nimes, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €24 ($24) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Paris and Nimes. It typically takes around 2h 60m and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Paris and Nimes with no changeovers required. The train runs every 4 hours and takes 2h 60m.

TGV inOui and SNCF run train services between Paris and Nimes. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 2h 60m, 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 Paris and Nimes. It typically takes around 9hrs and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Paris and Nimes with no changeovers required. The bus runs twice daily and takes 9hrs.

Blablabus run regular bus services between Paris and Nimes. Buses run twice daily and take around 9hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Paris to Nimes. We recommend that you fly from Paris Orly (ORY) to Marseille (MRS) then take the train to Nimes. instead which will take 2h 30m.

The closest major airport to Nimes is Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) (MPL) which is approximately 43km (27 miles) from Nimes. Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) (MRS) 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 Paris and Nimes. The distance is around 710km (441 miles) by road and it will take around 6h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Paris to Nimes is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 60m and will usually cost around €120 ($120).

How do I get from Paris to Nimes

Compare travel optionsbetween Paris and Nimes

Transport options from Paris to Nimes
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly to Montpellier (MPL), Train + 4 similar
2h 25m
€110($110)
every 4 hours672km (418 miles)
Plane and Train2h 30m
€205($205)
once daily769km (478 miles)
Fly to Montpellier (MPL), Train2h 35m
€235($235)
every 3 hours713km (443 miles)
Fly to Lyon (LYS), Train2h 40m
€165($165)
once daily687km (427 miles)
Fly to Marseille (MRS), Train3hrs
€210($210)
once daily807km (501 miles)
Train
2h 60m
€120($120)
every 4 hours686km (426 miles)
Bus
9hrs
€24($24)
5 times a day717km (445 miles)
Drive
6h 35m
€95($95)
on demand710km (441 miles)

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Airports near Nimes

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

MPL
Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
43km (27 miles) from Nimes
MRS
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
International Airport
Distance
82km (51 miles) from Nimes
TLN
Hyeres Airport (TLN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
167km (104 miles) from Nimes