How to travel from Barcelona to Nîmes

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Compare train and bus for Barcelona to Nîmes

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Nîmes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, while a train costs an average of $115.

Distance: 202 miles (326 km)

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$31

Average price

Cheapest

$115

Average price

$81

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 17m

Average total duration

5h 47m

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30m

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4h 12m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 42m

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4h 7m

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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SNCF | TGV INOUI

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The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Nîmes is a bus with an average price of $31 (€26).

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Nîmes:

A bus is $84 (€69) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Nîmes costing on average $115 (€94).

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Nîmes is by train with an average journey time of 4h 12m.

Other travel options to Nîmes take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 10m.

Bus takes on average 6h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Barcelona and Nîmes including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Barcelona to Nîmes among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $31 (€26) compared to roughly $81 (€66) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $49 (€40). The journey takes 5h 47m versus 4h 7m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Barcelona to Nîmes

How to get from Barcelona to Nîmes by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Barcelona to Nîmes is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • AlsaNormal+BlaBlaCar Bus3177
    9:00 AM7h30
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    4:30 PMNîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    $221One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • AlsaNormal+BlaBlaCar Bus3177
    9:00 AM7h30
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    4:30 PMNîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    $221One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • AVE09737
    8:14 AM3h41
    Barcelona Sants
    11:55 AMNîmes station
    $1281One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9706
    4:24 PM3h51
    Barcelona Sants
    8:15 PMNîmes station
    $721One-way
    0 transfers
  • AVE09725
    4:31 PM3h52
    Barcelona Sants
    8:23 PMNîmes station
    $1331One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal+BlaBlaCar Bus93130
    9:00 AM7h35
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    4:35 PMNîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    $221One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus4734+InternorteNormal
    9:35 AM6h40
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    4:15 PMNîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    $251One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus4734+AlsaNormal
    9:35 AM6h40
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    4:15 PMNîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    $251One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Barcelona to Nîmes

Travel to Nîmes easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barcelona to Nîmes.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Barcelona and Nîmes including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Nîmes is a bus with an average price of $31 (€26).

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Nîmes:

A bus is $84 (€69) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Nîmes costing on average $115 (€94).

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Nîmes is by train with an average journey time of 4h 12m.

Other travel options to Nîmes take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 10m.

Bus takes on average 6h 17m.

The distance from Barcelona to Nîmes is approximately 202 miles (326 km).
The average frequency per day from Barcelona to Nîmes is:
  • Around 18 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barcelona and Nîmes as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Barcelona to Nîmes:
  • Trains mostly depart from Barcelona Sants and arrive in Nîmes station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arrive in Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barcelona to Nîmes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Alsa, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Internorte, Gipsyy, FlixBus, Sindbad, Union Ivkoni International to go to Nîmes by bus.
  • Travel with AVE, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Nîmes by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Barcelona to Nîmes with the following travel companies:
  • 16 direct buses per day with Alsa, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Internorte, Gipsyy, FlixBus, Sindbad, Union Ivkoni International.
  • 3 direct trains per day with AVE, SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Omio customers who travel from Barcelona to Nîmes often also extend their vacation to go to Arras, Paris, Montpellier, Marseille, Madrid. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Nîmes and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Nîmes to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Nîmes, you can attend a live performance at the Théâtre de Nîmes, enjoy a guided walking tour of the historic city center, or visit the Carré d'Art, a contemporary art museum and library. Experience local cuisine at the bustling Les Halles de Nîmes market or take a day trip to the nearby Pont du Gard, a stunning Roman aqueduct. Explore best sights like Arènes de Nîmes, a well-preserved Roman amphitheater, Maison Carrée with its impressive Corinthian columns, the historic Jardins de la Fontaine, and Tour Magne for panoramic city views. Don't miss the Musée de la Romanité, showcasing Roman history and artifacts.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Nîmes, allowing time to visit its Roman monuments like the Arena and Maison Carrée, and enjoy the local culture and cuisine.

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