How to travel from Perpignan to Arles, France

The distance between Perpignan and Arles is around 229km (142 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 10m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Perpignan to Arles by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out ArlesPerpignan if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Narbonne and then to Arles.

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    €41($41)
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Nîmes.

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    €14($14)
Operated byFlixBus+ 1 others
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Arles.

  • Duration2h 10m
  • Distance229km (142 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Perpignan and Arles

There are several options for getting from Perpignan to Arles by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €14 ($14) and will take around 4h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €42 ($42).

The distance between Perpignan and Arles is around 229km (142 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 178km (111 miles)

It takes around 2h 50m to get from Perpignan and Arles by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Perpignan to Arles is to drive which takes around 2h 10m and will set you back approx €42 ($42).

The cheapest way to travel between Perpignan and Arles, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €14 ($14) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Perpignan and Arles. It typically takes around 2h 50m and departs 4 times a day.

There are no direct train services that runs from Perpignan to Arles. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Narbonne. These services run 4 times a day and will take a minimum of 2h 50m.

SNCF, TGV inOui and Renfe SNCF run train services between Perpignan and Arles. Trains depart 4 times a day and will take around 2h 50m, 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 Perpignan and Arles. It typically takes around 4h 30m and departs every 20 mins.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Perpignan to Arles. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Nîmes and Quatrefages. These services run every 20 mins and will take a minimum of 4h 30m.

FlixBus and Blablabus run regular bus services between Perpignan and Arles. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 4h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Perpignan to Arles. We recommend that you take the train to Narbonne and then to Arles. instead which will take 2h 50m.

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 Perpignan and Arles. The distance is around 229km (142 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Perpignan to Arles is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 50m and will usually cost around €41 ($41).

How do I get from Perpignan to Arles

Compare travel optionsbetween Perpignan and Arles

Transport options from Perpignan to Arles
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 50m
€41($41)
4 times a day252km (156 miles)
Bus
4h 30m
€14($14)
every 20 mins243km (151 miles)
Drive
2h 10m
€42($42)
on demand229km (142 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