- Must visit
Musée de Grenoble
One of France's leading art museums, spanning ancient to contemporary works in a striking riverside setting.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€35
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€51
Fastest journey on Sep 19
3 h 6 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
3 h 8 m
Trains on Sep 19
11
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Arles to Grenoble is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Arles to Grenoble will cost around €51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
It's difficult to get from Arles to Grenoble without transferring at least once.
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876562Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Arles to Grenoble among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €53 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €53, while a bus costs an average of €55.
Distance: 117 miles (189 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€53 Average price Cheapest | €55 Average price | €71 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Arles to Grenoble:
A train is €2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Arles to Grenoble costing on average €55.
Other travel options to Grenoble take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 58m.
The journey is about 10m faster (2h 42m by train vs 2h 52m by car) and roughly €18 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€53 vs €71). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Arles to Grenoble trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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12562+ 17570+ 4756 | 8:08 AM Arles station | 3h20 | 11:28 AM Gare de Grenoble | 2 transfers | |
886556+ 17574 | 9:45 AM Arles station | 3h43 | 1:28 PM Gare de Grenoble | 1 transfer | |
886184 · 96614+ 879516 | 11:48 AM Arles station | 3h06 | 2:54 PM Gare de Grenoble | 2 transfers | |
886560+ 17580 | 12:47 PM Arles station | 3h40 | 4:27 PM Gare de Grenoble | 1 transfer | |
6204+ 17580+ 876558 | 1:17 PM Arles station | 3h10 | 4:27 PM Gare de Grenoble | 2 transfers | |
17702 · 17582 | 1:50 PM Arles station | 3h38 | 5:28 PM Gare de Grenoble | 1 transfer | |
886568+ 96616 | 2:46 PM Arles station | 3h09 | 5:55 PM Gare de Grenoble | 1 transfer | |
886188 · 17588+ 879522 | 3:45 PM Arles station | 3h06 | 6:51 PM Gare de Grenoble | 2 transfers | |
6873+ 17592+ 876562 | 5:18 PM Arles station | 3h10 | 8:28 PM Gare de Grenoble | 2 transfers | |
6198 · 6925 | 5:43 PM Arles station | 3h30 | 9:13 PM Gare de Grenoble | 1 transfer | |
6875+ 17596+ 876566 | 7:17 PM Arles station | 3h11 | 10:28 PM Gare de Grenoble | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Arles to Grenoble run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €46 but you can travel from only €27 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 19:53. The fastest train covers the 117 miles (189 km) distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 117 miles (189 km) |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €46 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 5:37 AM |
Last train 7:53 PM |
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Discover the best of Grenoble — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Grenoble trip today.
One of France's leading art museums, spanning ancient to contemporary works in a striking riverside setting.
Museum in the former bishop's palace, presenting local history and archaeology beside the cathedral complex.
Archaeological museum in a remarkable church crypt complex, tracing Grenoble from Roman times through the Middle Ages.
The city's main old-town square, lined with historic buildings, lively terraces, and a fountain framed by mountain views.
Charming riverside quarter of narrow lanes, colorful houses, and bridges, popular for strolling and photos.
Popular urban viewpoint reached by the Bastille, rewarding visitors with one of Grenoble's best panoramic scenes.
A rich potato gratin baked with cream or milk and often Gruyère or Comté. It is a classic Dauphiné specialty closely tied to Grenoble's region.
Small square pasta parcels filled with Comté cheese and parsley, usually baked or gratinéed. A traditional Dauphiné comfort dish from the wider Grenoble area.
Creamy regional blue cheese made from cow's milk in nearby Vercors. It is one of the emblematic cheeses of the Grenoble area and often served with bread or potatoes.
Refined Michelin-starred dining focused on seasonal produce and precise modern French cooking in an elegant, intimate setting.
Historic traditional restaurant known for Dauphiné specialties, mountain dishes, and a classic old-town atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Well-known bistro serving polished French cuisine with regional accents, good wine, and a lively yet relaxed city-center ambiance.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is reasonable and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafes.
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Gare de Grenoble -> Place Victor Hugo, Grenoble
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Arles to Grenoble by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Grenoble, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Arles to Grenoble trains use the Arles to Gare de Grenoble station pair. Use this guide to compare Arles and Grenoble train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Arles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: La Caravelle, Le Galoubet
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Arles. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Arles. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Arles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Arles: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Arles: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Arles Plaza, Best Western Atrium, Hotel Spa Le Calendal.
Gare de Grenoble has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Gratin Dauphinois, Le Petit Bouche
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Grenoble. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Grenoble. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Grenoble: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Grenoble: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Grenoble: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Residhotel Central Gare, ibis Styles Grenoble Centre Gare, Hotel Europole.
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