How to travel from Vézelay to Nimes, France

The distance between Vézelay and Nimes is around 519km (323 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 5hrs.

9 routes found

We've found 9 different ways to get from Vézelay to Nimes by bus, train, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Paris Gare De Lyon then fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) to Montpellier (MPL) then take the train to Nimes Pont Du Gard.

  • Duration5h 30m
  • Flight time1h 20m
  • Typical cost
    €265($265)
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3 similiar routes

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💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Lyon Perrache and then to Nîmes.

  • Duration8h 15m
  • Departs6 times a week
  • Typical cost
    €46($46)
Operated byFlixBus+ 1 others
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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Gare SNCF then take the train to Dijon Ville and then to Nîmes.

  • Duration5hrs
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    €95($95)
Operated by

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2 similiar routes

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Drive

Drive to Nîmes.

  • Duration5hrs
  • Distance519km (323 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Vézelay and Nimes

There are several options for getting from Vézelay to Nimes by bus, train, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €46 ($46) and will take around 8h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 5hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €95 ($95).

The distance between Vézelay and Nimes is around 519km (323 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 406km (252 miles)

It takes around 5hrs to get from Vézelay and Nimes by bus and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 5hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Vézelay to Nimes is to drive which takes around 5hrs and will set you back approx €95 ($95).

The cheapest way to travel between Vézelay and Nimes, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €46 ($46) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Vézelay and Nimes. We recommend that you drive to Nîmes. instead which will take 5hrs.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Vézelay and Nimes. It typically takes around 8h 15m and departs 6 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Vézelay to Nimes. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Gare, Auxerre St Gervais and Lyon Perrache. These services run 6 times a week and will take a minimum of 8h 15m.

FlixBus and Blablabus run regular bus services between Vézelay and Nimes. Buses run 6 times a week and take around 8h 15m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Vézelay to Nimes. We recommend that you take the train to Paris Gare De Lyon then fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) to Montpellier (MPL) then take the train to Nimes Pont Du Gard. instead which will take 5h 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 Vézelay and Nimes. The distance is around 519km (323 miles) by road and it will take around 5hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Vézelay to Nimes is to take the bus and then take the train which takes, on average, 5hrs and will usually cost around €95 ($95).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Vézelay and Nimes

Transport options from Vézelay to Nimes
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane + 3 similar
5h 30m
€265($265)
once a week939km (584 miles)
Train to Paris Gare De Lyon, plane5h 30m
€155($155)
once a week894km (555 miles)
Train to Paris Gare De Lyon, plane5h 40m
€190($190)
once a week914km (568 miles)
Train to Paris Gare De Lyon, plane6h 15m
€250($250)
once a week1,033km (642 miles)
Bus
8h 15m
€46($46)
6 times a week606km (377 miles)
Bus and Train + 2 similar
5hrs
€95($95)
once a week584km (363 miles)
Bus to Gare SNCF, train5h 45m
€95($95)
once a week592km (368 miles)
Bus to Gare SNCF, train7h 50m
€57($57)
once a week588km (365 miles)
Drive
5hrs
€95($95)
on demand519km (323 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