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Musée du Petit Palais
Art museum beside the Palais des Papes, known for its collection of Italian primitives and works from the Avignon school.
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
59 m
Average duration
59 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nîmes to Avignon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nîmes to Avignon will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 2 buses that leave Nîmes for Avignon on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 39 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 59 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 59 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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NormalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nîmes to Avignon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $1.
Distance: 24 miles (39 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 23m Average total duration 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Nîmes to Avignon:
A bus is $0.06 (€0.05) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nîmes to Avignon costing on average $11 (€9).
Other travel options to Avignon take longer:
Bus takes on average 53m.
Tickets start at around $11 (€9) compared to roughly $13 (€10) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $2 (€2). The journey takes 53m versus 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Alsa, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, liO – Région Occitanie (Gard services).
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 03:44PM | Duration 0h59 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 03:44PM | Duration 0h59 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 03:44PM | Duration 0h59 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
The table below shows live departures for Nîmes to Avignon buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:15 PM Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) | 0h55 | 12:10 AM Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
4249 | 2:45 PM Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) | 0h59 | 3:44 PM Avignon, Boulevard Saint-Roch (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:45 PM Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) | 0h59 | 3:44 PM Avignon, Boulevard Saint-Roch (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Nîmes to Avignon run on average 6 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $1 (€1) by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 24 miles (39 km) distance in 55m.
Distance 24 miles (39 km) |
Average bus duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Avignon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Avignon trip today.
Art museum beside the Palais des Papes, known for its collection of Italian primitives and works from the Avignon school.
Avignon’s main fine arts and archaeology museum, housed in an elegant 18th-century mansion with varied permanent collections.
Major contemporary art museum with rotating exhibitions and works by leading modern and contemporary artists.
The city’s grand ceremonial square in front of the Palais des Papes, lively and essential for first-time visitors.
Popular landscaped gardens with panoramic viewpoints over the Rhône, bridge, and Villeneuve-lès-Avignon.
Picturesque canal-side street with waterwheels, stone facades, and one of Avignon’s most photogenic walks.
A slow-cooked Provençal beef stew braised with red wine, herbs, and vegetables, traditional across Provence and commonly enjoyed in Avignon.
A classic Provençal vegetable stew of tomato, eggplant, zucchini, peppers, and herbs, strongly associated with the cuisine of southern France.
A baked dish of layered seasonal vegetables, olive oil, and herbs, typical of Provence and often served as a side or light main course.
A respected contemporary restaurant offering creative French cuisine with seasonal ingredients in a modern but relaxed atmosphere.
A well-known Avignon restaurant serving refined French and Provençal cuisine in an intimate, polished setting near the historic center.
An established fine-dining address near the Palais des Papes, known for elegant regional cooking and an extensive Rhône wine selection.
Moderate by French standards. Casual meals are manageable, but hotels and dining rise in peak season and during the festival.
Service is included in restaurant bills. Locals may round up or leave EUR 1-5 for good service; 5-10% only for exceptional meals. Round up taxis; small tips are optional in cafés and hotels.
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