How to travel from Toulouse to Arles, France
The distance between Toulouse and Arles is around 315km (196 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 55m.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Toulouse to Arles by train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Arles → Toulouse if you're planning a return trip.
Train
Take the train to Arles.
- Duration2h 60m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost€55($55)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Toulouse and Arles
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Toulouse to Arles by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around €55 ($55) and will take around 2h 60m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €43 ($43).
The distance between Toulouse and Arles is around 315km (196 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 257km (159 miles)
It takes around 2h 60m to get from Toulouse and Arles by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 55m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Toulouse to Arles is to drive which takes around 2h 55m and will set you back approx €43 ($43).
The cheapest way to travel between Toulouse and Arles, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around €55 ($55) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Toulouse and Arles. It typically takes around 2h 60m and departs twice daily.
Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Toulouse and Arles with no changeovers required. The train runs twice daily and takes 2h 60m.
SNCF and TGV inOui run train services between Toulouse and Arles. Trains depart twice daily 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
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Toulouse and Arles. We recommend that you drive to Arles. instead which will take 2h 55m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Toulouse to Arles. We recommend that you take the train to Arles. instead which will take 2h 60m.
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 Toulouse and Arles. The distance is around 315km (196 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 55m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Toulouse to Arles is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 60m and will usually cost around €55 ($55).
Compare travel optionsbetween Toulouse and Arles
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train + 1 similar | 2h 60m | €55($55) | twice daily | 337km (209 miles) |
| Train via Montpellier Saint-Roch | 3h 15m | €78($78) | once daily | 337km (209 miles) |
Drive | 2h 55m | €43($43) | on demand | 315km (196 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.
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
- Distance
- 54km (34 miles) from Arles
Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
- Distance
- 55km (34 miles) from Arles
Hyeres Airport (TLN)
- Distance
- 140km (87 miles) from Arles