- Must visit
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
$13
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
16 m
Average duration
16 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Avignon to Arles is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Avignon to Arles will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 38 trains that leave Avignon for Arles on Tue, Jul 21, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 21 the direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
On Tue, Jul 21 the slowest trains will take 16 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.
876303 · 876532
879533
886565
879539
879507
879533
879507
886557
879515
17701Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Avignon to Arles among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. 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 $7, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 20 miles (33 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus 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 Avignon to Arles:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Avignon to Arles costing on average $13 (€11).
Other travel options to Arles take longer:
Bus takes on average 32m.
You'll arrive about 31m sooner (18m by train vs 49m by car). Tickets start at around $13 (€11) compared to roughly $8 (€6) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, ZOU!, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Avignon to Arles trains for today, Monday, July 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
879376+ 6195 | On time 7:39 PM Avignon TGV | 1h40 | 9:19 PM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
17705 | Delayed 6:01 PM 7:51 PMAvignon Centre | 0h16 | 6:17 PM 6:17 PMArles station | 0 transfersDirect | |
6195 | On time 9:02 PM Avignon Centre | 0h17 | 9:19 PM Arles station | 0 transfersDirect | |
879569 | 9:11 PM Avignon Centre | 0h16 | 9:27 PM Arles station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, July 21 | |||||
879503 | 5:03 AM Avignon Centre | 0h18 | 5:21 AM Arles station | 0 transfersDirect | |
879507 | 5:53 AM Avignon Centre | 0h16 | 6:09 AM Arles station | 0 transfersDirect | |
879306 · 879515 | 6:12 AM Avignon TGV | 0h58 | 7:10 AM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
876301+ 876530 | 6:17 AM Avignon Centre | 0h24 | 6:41 AM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
879308+ 876303 · 876532 | 6:44 AM Avignon TGV | 0h58 | 7:42 AM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
879308 · 886557 | 6:44 AM Avignon TGV | 1h26 | 8:10 AM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
879515 | 6:54 AM Avignon Centre | 0h16 | 7:10 AM Arles station | 0 transfersDirect | |
876303 · 876532 | 7:17 AM Avignon Centre | 0h25 | 7:42 AM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
886557 | 7:54 AM Avignon Centre | 0h16 | 8:10 AM Arles station | 0 transfersDirect | |
879318 · 879527 | 8:12 AM Avignon TGV | 0h57 | 9:09 AM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
879625+ 17701 | 8:43 AM Avignon TGV | 1h24 | 10:07 AM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
879527 | 8:48 AM Avignon Centre | 0h21 | 9:09 AM Arles station | 0 transfersDirect | |
17701 | 9:51 AM Avignon Centre | 0h16 | 10:07 AM Arles station | 0 transfersDirect | |
879328+ 6191 | 10:12 AM Avignon TGV | 1h04 | 11:16 AM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
879633 · 886565 | 10:43 AM Avignon TGV | 0h48 | 11:31 AM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
6191 | 10:54 AM Avignon Centre | 0h22 | 11:16 AM Arles station | 0 transfersDirect | |
886565 | 11:14 AM Avignon Centre | 0h17 | 11:31 AM Arles station | 0 transfersDirect | |
879336 · 879539 | 11:43 AM Avignon TGV | 1h26 | 1:09 PM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
879533 | 11:53 AM Avignon Centre | 0h16 | 12:09 PM Arles station | 0 transfersDirect | |
9810+ 17702 | 11:55 AM Avignon TGV | 1h53 | 1:48 PM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
879539 | 12:52 PM Avignon Centre | 0h17 | 1:09 PM Arles station | 0 transfersDirect | |
879342 · 886569 | 1:12 PM Avignon TGV | 1h00 | 2:12 PM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
879346+ 17703 | 1:43 PM Avignon TGV | 1h24 | 3:07 PM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
886569 | 1:55 PM Avignon Centre | 0h17 | 2:12 PM Arles station | 0 transfersDirect | |
17703 | 2:51 PM Avignon Centre | 0h16 | 3:07 PM Arles station | 0 transfersDirect | |
879356 · 879545 | 3:43 PM Avignon TGV | 0h43 | 4:26 PM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
879545 | 4:09 PM Avignon Centre | 0h17 | 4:26 PM Arles station | 0 transfersDirect | |
879547 | 4:53 PM Avignon Centre | 0h17 | 5:10 PM Arles station | 0 transfersDirect | |
879362 · 886581 | 5:12 PM Avignon TGV | 0h56 | 6:08 PM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
6115+ 876566 | 5:20 PM Avignon TGV | 1h56 | 7:16 PM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
886581 | 5:52 PM Avignon Centre | 0h16 | 6:08 PM Arles station | 0 transfersDirect | |
879370 · 879563 | 6:43 PM Avignon TGV | 0h39 | 7:22 PM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
879563 | 7:06 PM Avignon Centre | 0h16 | 7:22 PM Arles station | 0 transfersDirect | |
879372+ 17705 | 7:12 PM Avignon TGV | 0h55 | 8:07 PM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Avignon to Arles run on average 24 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 20 miles (33 km) distance in 16m.
Distance 20 miles (33 km) |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
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
Gare d'Arles -> Place de la République, Arles
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Avignon to Arles 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 Arles, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Avignon to Arles trains use the Avignon Centre to Arles station pair. Use this guide to compare Avignon and Arles train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Avignon Centre 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 Goût du Jour, Restaurant L'Essentiel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Avignon Centre. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Avignon Centre. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Avignon Centre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Avignon Centre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Avignon Centre: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Novotel Avignon Centre, Mercure Avignon Centre Palais des Papes Hotel, Hotel de l'Horloge.
Avignon TGV is 3 km from Avignon city centre. Public transport options include:
Avignon TGV has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Eric Kayser, Selecta
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located on the south entrance of the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:15 - 12:55, 14:00 - 17:30. Information desks are located at the ticket office in the departure hall.
Available at Avignon TGV: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Avignon TGV: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Avignon TGV: Wheelchair access, personalized assistance service. Contact +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Aparthotel Adagio, Hôtel Mercure Avignon Gare TGV, Hôtel Kyriad Avignon Courtine Gare.
Montfavet is 5 km from Avignon city centre. Public transport options include:
Montfavet has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montfavet.
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.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need