How to travel from Valence to Aix-en-Provence, France

The distance between Valence and Aix-en-Provence is around 196km (122 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 55m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Valence to Aix-en-Provence by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Aix-en-ProvenceValence if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Marseille-Saint-Charles and then to Aix En Provence.

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €90($90)
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Bus

Take the bus to Aix-en-Provence.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departs4 times a week
  • Typical cost
    €15($15)
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Drive

Drive to Aix-en-Provence.

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Distance200km (124 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Valence and Aix-en-Provence

There are several options for getting from Valence to Aix-en-Provence by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €15 ($15) and will take around 3hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €27 ($27).

The distance between Valence and Aix-en-Provence is around 196km (122 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 162km (101 miles)

It takes around 3hrs to get from Valence and Aix-en-Provence by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Valence to Aix-en-Provence is to drive which takes around 1h 55m and will set you back approx €27 ($27).

The cheapest way to travel between Valence and Aix-en-Provence, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €15 ($15) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Valence and Aix-en-Provence. It typically takes around 1h 55m and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Valence to Aix-en-Provence. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud and Marseille-Saint-Charles. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 1h 55m.

TGV inOui, SNCF and Swiss Railways run train services between Valence and Aix-en-Provence. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 1h 55m, 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 Valence and Aix-en-Provence. It typically takes around 3hrs and departs 4 times a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Valence and Aix-en-Provence with no changeovers required. The bus runs 4 times a week and takes 3hrs.

FlixBus run regular bus services between Valence and Aix-en-Provence. Buses run 4 times a week and take around 3hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Valence to Aix-en-Provence. We recommend that you take the bus to Aix-en-Provence. instead which will take 3hrs.

The closest major airport to Aix-en-Provence is Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) (MRS) which is approximately 21km (13 miles) from Aix-en-Provence. Hyeres Airport (TLN) (TLN) and Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) (MPL) 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 Valence and Aix-en-Provence. The distance is around 200km (124 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Valence to Aix-en-Provence is to take the bus which takes, on average, 3hrs and will usually cost around €15 ($15).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Valence and Aix-en-Provence

Transport options from Valence to Aix-en-Provence
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
1h 55m
€90($90)
every 4 hours269km (167 miles)
Train via Marseille-Saint-Charles3h 25m
€170($170)
every 2 hours309km (192 miles)
Bus
3hrs
€15($15)
4 times a week196km (122 miles)
Drive
1h 55m
€27($27)
on demand200km (124 miles)

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Airports near Aix-en-Provence

The following major airports near Aix-en-Provence offer regular flights to various popular destinations within France and internationally.

MRS
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
International Airport
Distance
21km (13 miles) from Aix-en-Provence
TLN
Hyeres Airport (TLN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
75km (47 miles) from Aix-en-Provence
MPL
Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
120km (75 miles) from Aix-en-Provence