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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 on Sep 18
€165
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€214
Fastest journey on Sep 18
6 h 8 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
6 h 22 m
Trains on Sep 18
50
Distance
798 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Arles is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Arles will cost around €214 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €165.
It's difficult to get from Brussels to Arles without transferring at least once.
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6193Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Arles among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €102 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €102, while a flight costs an average of €432.
Distance: 495 miles (798 km)
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€102 Average price Cheapest | €432 Average price | €104 Average price | €230 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 58m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 14h 47m Average total duration 14h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Brussels to Arles:
A train is €2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Brussels to Arles costing on average €104.
A train is €330 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Arles costing on average €432.
Other travel options to Arles take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 28m.
Bus takes on average 14h 17m.
The journey is about 1h 57m faster (7h 28m by train vs 9h 25m by car) and roughly €128 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€102 vs €230). 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 Brussels to Arles trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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9308+ 6109+ 879522 | 7:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 8h02 | 3:44 PM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9308+ 6111+ 879528 | 7:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 9h02 | 4:44 PM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9308+ 6195 | 7:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 13h37 | 9:19 PM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
9308+ 6111+ 879528 | 7:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 9h02 | 4:44 PM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9308+ 6175+ 886568 | 7:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 7h03 | 2:45 PM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9308+ 6109+ 879522 | 7:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 8h02 | 3:44 PM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9410+ 6111+ 879528 | 8:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 8h31 | 4:44 PM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9410+ 6109+ 879522 | 8:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 7h31 | 3:44 PM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9310+ 6109+ 879522 | 8:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 7h31 | 3:44 PM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9416+ 6619+ 17705 | 9:16 AM Brussels-Midi | 10h51 | 8:07 PM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9416+ 6613 · 9826+ 876542 | 9:16 AM Brussels-Midi | 7h25 | 4:41 PM Arles station | 3 transfers | |
9316+ 6619+ 17705 | 9:16 AM Brussels-Midi | 10h51 | 8:07 PM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9826+ 876542 | 10:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 6h28 | 4:41 PM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
9422+ 6619+ 17705 | 10:17 AM Brussels-Midi | 9h50 | 8:07 PM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9322+ 6619+ 17705 | 10:17 AM Brussels-Midi | 9h50 | 8:07 PM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9326+ 6619+ 17705 | 10:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 9h25 | 8:07 PM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9426+ 6195 | 10:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 10h37 | 9:19 PM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
9326+ 6195 | 10:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 10h37 | 9:19 PM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
9426+ 6619+ 17705 | 10:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 9h25 | 8:07 PM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9324+ 6619+ 17705 | 10:52 AM Brussels-Midi | 9h15 | 8:07 PM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9428+ 6195 | 11:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 10h06 | 9:19 PM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
9428+ 6619+ 17705 | 11:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 8h54 | 8:07 PM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9328+ 6195 | 11:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 10h06 | 9:19 PM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
9428+ 6619+ 17705 | 11:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 8h54 | 8:07 PM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9328+ 6619+ 17705 | 11:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 8h54 | 8:07 PM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9338+ 6195 | 12:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 8h36 | 9:19 PM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
9338+ 5781+ 879504 | On time 12:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 20h03 | 8:46 AM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9338+ 6619+ 17705 | 12:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 7h24 | 8:07 PM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9338+ 5781+ 879504 | On time 12:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 20h03 | 8:46 AM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9338+ 5781+ 881406+ 4756 | On time 12:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 19h23 | 8:06 AM Arles station | 3 transfers | |
9830+ 879370 · 879563 | 1:09 PM Brussels-Midi | 6h12 | 7:21 PM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9830+ 17705 | 1:09 PM Brussels-Midi | 6h58 | 8:07 PM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
9340+ 6195 | 1:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 8h06 | 9:19 PM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
9440+ 6195 | 1:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 8h06 | 9:19 PM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
9440+ 6117+ 879370 · 879563 | 1:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 6h08 | 7:21 PM Arles station | 3 transfers | |
9440+ 5781+ 879504 | On time 1:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 19h33 | 8:46 AM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9340+ 5781+ 879504 | On time 1:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 19h33 | 8:46 AM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9440+ 5781+ 881406+ 4756 | On time 1:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 18h53 | 8:06 AM Arles station | 3 transfers | |
9450+ 6195 | 2:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 6h36 | 9:19 PM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
9450+ 5781+ 879504 | On time 2:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 18h03 | 8:46 AM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9450+ 5781+ 879504 | On time 2:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 18h03 | 8:46 AM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9450+ 5781+ 881406+ 4756 | On time 2:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 17h23 | 8:06 AM Arles station | 3 transfers | |
9450+ 5781+ 881406+ 4756 | On time 2:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 17h23 | 8:06 AM Arles station | 3 transfers | |
9352+ 5781+ 879504 | On time 3:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 17h30 | 8:46 AM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9352+ 5781+ 879504 | On time 3:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 17h30 | 8:46 AM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9352+ 5781+ 881406+ 4756 | On time 3:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 16h50 | 8:06 AM Arles station | 3 transfers | |
9352+ 5781+ 881406+ 4756 | On time 3:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 16h50 | 8:06 AM Arles station | 3 transfers | |
9356+ 5781+ 879504 | On time 3:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 17h04 | 8:46 AM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9356+ 5781+ 879504 | On time 3:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 17h04 | 8:46 AM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9356+ 5781+ 881406+ 4756 | On time 3:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 16h24 | 8:06 AM Arles station | 3 transfers | |
9356+ 5781+ 881406+ 4756 | On time 3:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 16h24 | 8:06 AM Arles station | 3 transfers | |
9362+ 5781+ 879504 | On time 4:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 16h04 | 8:46 AM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9462+ 5781+ 879504 | On time 4:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 16h04 | 8:46 AM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9362+ 5781+ 879504 | On time 4:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 16h04 | 8:46 AM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9462+ 5781+ 881406+ 4756 | On time 4:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 15h24 | 8:06 AM Arles station | 3 transfers | |
9362+ 5781+ 881406+ 4756 | On time 4:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 15h24 | 8:06 AM Arles station | 3 transfers | |
9364+ 5781+ 879504 | On time 5:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 15h30 | 8:46 AM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9464+ 5781+ 879504 | On time 5:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 15h30 | 8:46 AM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9364+ 5781+ 879504 | On time 5:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 15h30 | 8:46 AM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9464+ 5781+ 879504 | On time 5:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 15h30 | 8:46 AM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9464+ 5781+ 881406+ 4756 | On time 5:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 14h50 | 8:06 AM Arles station | 3 transfers | |
9464+ 5781+ 881406+ 4756 | On time 5:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 14h50 | 8:06 AM Arles station | 3 transfers | |
9368+ 5781+ 879504 | On time 5:36 PM Brussels-Midi | 15h10 | 8:46 AM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9368+ 5781+ 881406+ 4756 | On time 5:36 PM Brussels-Midi | 14h30 | 8:06 AM Arles station | 3 transfers | |
9370+ 5781+ 879504 | On time 6:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 14h33 | 8:46 AM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9370+ 5781+ 879504 | On time 6:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 14h33 | 8:46 AM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9370+ 5781+ 881406+ 4756 | On time 6:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 13h53 | 8:06 AM Arles station | 3 transfers | |
9370+ 5781+ 881406+ 4756 | On time 6:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 13h53 | 8:06 AM Arles station | 3 transfers | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
9302+ 6193 | 6:32 AM Brussels-Midi | 9h43 | 4:15 PM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
9302+ 6109+ 879522 | 6:32 AM Brussels-Midi | 9h12 | 3:44 PM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9302+ 6619+ 17705 | 6:32 AM Brussels-Midi | 13h35 | 8:07 PM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9304+ 6193 | 7:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 9h02 | 4:15 PM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
9404+ 6193 | 7:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 9h02 | 4:15 PM Arles station | 1 transfer | |
9304+ 6619+ 17705 | 7:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 12h54 | 8:07 PM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
9304+ 6109+ 879522 | 7:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 8h31 | 3:44 PM Arles station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Brussels to Arles run on average 29 times per day, taking around 7h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €39 but you can travel from only €33 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 16:50. The fastest train covers the 495 miles (798 km) distance in 4h 22m.
Distance 495 miles (798 km) |
Average train duration 7h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €39 |
Trains per day 29 |
Fastest train 4h 22m |
First train 5:39 AM |
Last train 4:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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.
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Gare d'Arles -> Place de la République, Arles
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels 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 Brussels to Arles trains use the Bruxelles-Midi to Arles station pair. Use this guide to compare Brussels and Arles train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bruxelles-Midi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Pullman Hotel Bar, Quick Gare du Midi, Subway, EXKi Zuid, Starbucks, Häagen-Dazs, Sbarro, The Coffee Club, The Belgian Chocolate House, PAUL, & many more
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Midi.
Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles-Midi. Information desks are located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Luggage storage is baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Midi: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Les Lofts De Styliste, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi, Pullman Brussels Centre Midi.
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.
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