How to travel from Cologne to Nîmes

There are 2 options to travel between Cologne and Nîmes including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Nîmes is a bus with an average price of $126.

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

A bus is $16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Nîmes costing on average $142.

The fastest way to travel from Cologne to Nîmes is by train with an average journey time of 7h 58m.

Other travel options to Nîmes take longer:

Bus takes on average 16h 52m.

The distance from Cologne to Nîmes is approximately 505 miles (813 km).

The average frequency per day from Cologne to Nîmes is:

• Around 6 buses per day.
• Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cologne 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 Cologne to Nîmes:

• Buses mostly depart from Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) and arrive in Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse).
• Trains mostly depart from Cologne Hbf and arrive in Nîmes station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cologne to Nîmes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Nîmes by train.
• Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Nîmes by bus.

Omio customers who travel from Cologne to Nîmes often also extend their vacation to go to Arras, Paris, Barcelona, Montpellier, Marseille. 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.