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Musée départemental Arles antique
Major museum of Roman Arles with mosaics, sarcophagi, and the Rhône barge. Essential for the city's ancient history.
Cheapest price
$2
Average price
$3
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
18 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Salon-de-Provence to Arles is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salon-de-Provence to Arles will cost around $3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $2.
Of the 5 buses that leave Salon-de-Provence for Arles on Thu, Aug 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct buses cover the 38 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 20 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salon-de-Provence to Arles among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a bus costs an average of $15.
Distance: 23 miles (38 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 7m Average total duration 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salon-de-Provence to Arles:
A train is $0.31 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Salon-de-Provence to Arles costing on average $15.
Other travel options to Arles take longer:
Bus takes on average 37m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (37m by bus vs 39m by car). Tickets start at around $15 compared to roughly $12 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar, Zou! Lignes Express, ZOU! Proximité.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 06:13AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 1h42 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 07:53AM | Arrival Time 09:48AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 11:41AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 1h29 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 12:28PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 1h42 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 02:23PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 1h42 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 04:18PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h52 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 06:13PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 1h42 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Zou! Lignes Express | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 07:13PM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator ZOU! Proximité | Departure Time 07:13PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 1h42 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
The table below shows live departures for Salon-de-Provence to Arles buses for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:00 PM Salon-de-Provence | 0h10 | 6:10 PM Arles | 0 transfersDirect | |
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![]() | 7:40 AM Salon-de-Provence | 0h20 | 8:00 AM Arles | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Salon-de-Provence | 0h20 | 8:20 AM Arles | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Salon-de-Provence to Arles run on average 6 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 but you can travel from only $15 by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:12, the last at 17:25. The fastest bus covers the 23 miles (38 km) distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 23 miles (38 km) |
Average bus duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 6:12 AM |
Last bus 5:25 PM |
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Discover the best of Arles — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Arles trip today.
Major museum of Roman Arles with mosaics, sarcophagi, and the Rhône barge. Essential for the city's ancient history.
Contemporary art center in a striking Frank Gehry tower. A leading cultural venue with exhibitions, archives, and gardens.
Fine arts museum in a historic mansion, showing paintings, drawings, and decorative arts tied to Provence and beyond.
Arles's main civic square, framed by Saint-Trophime, the town hall, and cafés. Best place to feel the historic center's rhythm.
Long Roman necropolis lined with sarcophagi and trees. Atmospheric, historic, and deeply tied to artists and pilgrims.
Historic heart of Arles with narrow lanes, Roman and medieval fabric, small shops, and countless details for slow exploration.
Traditional Provençal fish stew from the nearby Mediterranean, served with garlicky rouille and bread. A regional classic linked to the Camargue and Marseille coast.
Slow-cooked Provençal beef stew simmered in red wine, often with olives, orange peel, and herbs. Deeply rooted in Camargue and Arles home cooking.
Camargue red rice grown in the Rhône delta near Arles. Nutty and earthy, it is a local staple often served with meat, fish, or vegetables.
Michelin-starred dining in a grand historic setting. Known for refined Provençal tasting menus and polished service near the Roman amphitheatre.
Well-known traditional address for Camargue specialties, especially bull dishes and regional recipes, in a warm and classic Arles atmosphere.
Elegant restaurant inside Hôtel Jules César, serving contemporary Provençal cuisine in a stylish setting with strong local produce focus.
Moderate for Provence. Hotels rise in peak season, dining is mid-priced, and local transit is limited, so taxis or car hire can add to visitor costs.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
Official public transport app
Gabriel Péri -> Place De La République, Arles
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salon-de-Provence to Arles by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Arles, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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