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Musée du Petit Palais
Art museum beside the Palais des Papes, known for its collection of Italian primitives and works from the Avignon school.
Cheapest price
$177
Average price
$297
Fastest journey
7 h 11 m
Average duration
7 h 31 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
746 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Avignon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Avignon will cost around $297 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $177.
Of the 32 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Avignon on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 746 km distance in an average of 7 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 11 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 7 h 46 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.
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879386Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Avignon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a train costs an average of $61.
Distance: 463 miles (746 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$191 Average price | $75 Average price Cheapest | $177 Average price | $251 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 45m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 54m Average total duration 13h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 2.2 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | 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 Frankfurt am Main to Avignon:
A bus is $103 (€84) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Avignon costing on average $177 (€145).
A bus is $116 (€95) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Avignon costing on average $191 (€156).
Other travel options to Avignon take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 15m.
Bus takes on average 13h 24m.
The journey is about 2h 14m faster (7h 15m by train vs 9h 29m by car) and roughly $60 (€49) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($191 (€156) vs $251 (€205)). 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.
Direct services run with TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI.
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 Frankfurt am Main to Avignon trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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9516+ 6617+ 886187 | On time 8:55 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h52 | 6:47 PM Avignon Centre | 2 transfers | |
ICE 2583 · ICE 103 · 4723+ 87440 | 9:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 12h07 | 9:57 PM Avignon TGV | 5 transfers | |
ICE 2583 · ICE 103 · 4723+ 87436 | 9:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 12h07 | 9:57 PM Avignon TGV | 5 transfers | |
ICE 2583 · ICE 103 · 4723+ 87430 | 9:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 12h07 | 9:57 PM Avignon TGV | 5 transfers | |
ICE 71 · ICE 9584+ 9580 · 9835 | 10:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h37 | 9:57 PM Avignon TGV | 3 transfers | |
ICE 279+ 87440+ 9580 · 9835 | 10:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h07 | 9:57 PM Avignon TGV | 3 transfers | |
ICE 279+ 87436+ 9580 · 9835 | 10:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h07 | 9:57 PM Avignon TGV | 3 transfers | |
ICE 9590 · 17017+ 87436+ 9580 | 11:01 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h56 | 9:57 PM Avignon TGV | 4 transfers | |
ICE 9590 · 17017+ 87440+ 9580 | 11:01 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h56 | 9:57 PM Avignon TGV | 4 transfers | |
ICE 9590+ 9580 · 9835 | 11:01 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h56 | 9:57 PM Avignon TGV | 2 transfers | |
ECE 5+ 9580 · 9835+ 87436 | 12:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h37 | 9:57 PM Avignon TGV | 3 transfers | |
9580 · 9835 | 2:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h55 | 9:57 PM Avignon TGV | 1 transfer | |
9580 · 9835+ 879388 | 2:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h15 | 10:17 PM Avignon Centre | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
IC 60403+ 87406+ 5537 | 2:45 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 16h27 | 7:12 PM Avignon TGV | 2 transfers | |
IC 60403+ 87406+ 12179 | 2:45 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h43 | 2:28 PM Avignon TGV | 2 transfers | |
IC 60403+ 87406+ 9877 | 2:45 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h43 | 2:28 PM Avignon TGV | 2 transfers | |
ICE 273+ 87410+ 12179 | 5:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h38 | 2:28 PM Avignon TGV | 2 transfers | |
ICE 273+ 87410+ 9877 | 5:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h38 | 2:28 PM Avignon TGV | 2 transfers | |
ICE 273+ 87410+ 5537 | 5:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 13h22 | 7:12 PM Avignon TGV | 2 transfers | |
9568+ 12179+ 879649 | 6:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h55 | 2:48 PM Avignon Centre | 2 transfers | |
ICE 9568+ 12179 | 6:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h35 | 2:28 PM Avignon TGV | 1 transfer | |
9568+ 6111 | 6:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h27 | 2:20 PM Avignon TGV | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9568+ 9877 | 6:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h35 | 2:28 PM Avignon TGV | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9568+ 5537 | 6:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 12h19 | 7:12 PM Avignon TGV | 1 transfer | |
9568+ 6193 | 6:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h04 | 3:57 PM Avignon Centre | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Avignon run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€50) but you can travel from only $45 (€37) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 463 miles (746 km) distance in 7h 7m.
Distance 463 miles (746 km) |
Average train duration 7h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€50) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 7m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 10:20 PM |
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Discover the best of Avignon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Avignon trip today.
Art museum beside the Palais des Papes, known for its collection of Italian primitives and works from the Avignon school.
Avignon’s main fine arts and archaeology museum, housed in an elegant 18th-century mansion with varied permanent collections.
Major contemporary art museum with rotating exhibitions and works by leading modern and contemporary artists.
The city’s grand ceremonial square in front of the Palais des Papes, lively and essential for first-time visitors.
Popular landscaped gardens with panoramic viewpoints over the Rhône, bridge, and Villeneuve-lès-Avignon.
Picturesque canal-side street with waterwheels, stone facades, and one of Avignon’s most photogenic walks.
A slow-cooked Provençal beef stew braised with red wine, herbs, and vegetables, traditional across Provence and commonly enjoyed in Avignon.
A classic Provençal vegetable stew of tomato, eggplant, zucchini, peppers, and herbs, strongly associated with the cuisine of southern France.
A baked dish of layered seasonal vegetables, olive oil, and herbs, typical of Provence and often served as a side or light main course.
A respected contemporary restaurant offering creative French cuisine with seasonal ingredients in a modern but relaxed atmosphere.
A well-known Avignon restaurant serving refined French and Provençal cuisine in an intimate, polished setting near the historic center.
An established fine-dining address near the Palais des Papes, known for elegant regional cooking and an extensive Rhône wine selection.
Moderate by French standards. Casual meals are manageable, but hotels and dining rise in peak season and during the festival.
Service is included in restaurant bills. Locals may round up or leave EUR 1-5 for good service; 5-10% only for exceptional meals. Round up taxis; small tips are optional in cafés and hotels.
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