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Musée de la Tapisserie de Bayeux
Home of the Bayeux Tapestry, this essential museum explains the Norman Conquest through one of Europe’s most famous medieval works.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Avignon to Bayeux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $105 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $105, while a train costs an average of $157.
Distance: 451 miles (726 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$157 Average price | $105 Average price Cheapest |
5h 53m Average total duration Fastest 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 9m Average total duration 12h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Bayeux:
A flight is $62 (€50) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Avignon to Bayeux costing on average $105 (€85).
A flight is $114 (€92) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Avignon to Bayeux costing on average $157 (€127).
Other travel options to Bayeux take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 23m.
Bus takes on average 12h 39m.
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Trains from Avignon to Bayeux run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 (€57) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 19:33. The fastest train covers the 451 miles (726 km) distance in 4h 56m.
Distance 451 miles (726 km) |
Average train duration 5h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 (€57) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 4h 56m |
First train 5:55 AM |
Last train 7:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 56 days |
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Home of the Bayeux Tapestry, this essential museum explains the Norman Conquest through one of Europe’s most famous medieval works.
This major D-Day museum presents the Battle of Normandy with vehicles, films, and clear context on the 1944 campaign.
Housed in the former bishop’s palace, it displays Bayeux lace, porcelain, and art tied to the city’s cultural history.
Bayeux’s lively main street is lined with historic facades, shops, and half-timbered buildings, perfect for an old-town stroll.
The cathedral square offers the city’s most iconic views and a great starting point for exploring Bayeux’s medieval center.
The pedestrian old town gathers medieval streets, heritage buildings, and boutiques in Bayeux’s most atmospheric district.
Normandy tripe simmered slowly with cider, Calvados and aromatics. A classic regional specialty linked to nearby Caen and traditional rustic cooking.
Fresh Normandy mussels cooked with cream, cider, shallots and herbs. It reflects the region's coast and dairy-rich cuisine.
Scallops from the Normandy coast, often simply seared with butter. They are prized locally in season for their sweetness and freshness.
Refined French restaurant in Bayeux known for polished seasonal cooking and an elegant but relaxed atmosphere.
Well-regarded bistro with Normandy flavors, careful presentation and a welcoming atmosphere near the old center.
Popular traditional crêperie serving Breton-style galettes, crêpes and cider in a casual historic setting.
Moderate for Normandy: hotels and dining cost less than Paris, but Bayeux tourist demand keeps central stays and restaurant prices above smaller nearby towns.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up; cafes often just round up or leave small change.
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Gare de Bayeux -> Place Charles de Gaulle, Bayeux
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Avignon to Bayeux 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 Bayeux, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Avignon to Bayeux trains use the Avignon TGV to Gare de Bayeux station pair. Use this guide to compare Avignon and Bayeux train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
Gare de Bayeux has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Pommier Restaurant, La Rapière
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Bayeux. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Bayeux. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Bayeux: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Bayeux: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Bayeux: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel de la Gare, Campanile Bayeux, Château de Bellefontaine.
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