How to travel from Geneva to Arles

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Geneva to Arles

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Arles among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $53 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 2m. 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 $53, while a flight costs an average of $540.

Distance: 189 miles (305 km)

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$128

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$540

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$194

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5h 32m

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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Compare ways to travel from Geneva to Arles

Compare the available ways to get from Geneva to Arles, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Arles is a bus with an average price of $53.

This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Arles:

A bus is $76 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Arles costing on average $128.

A bus is $488 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Arles costing on average $540.

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Arles is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 2m.

Other travel options to Arles take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 32m.

Bus takes on average 7h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Geneva and Arles including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Geneva to Arles among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $128 compared to roughly $194 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $67. The journey takes 5h 2m versus 4h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Geneva to Arles

How to get from Geneva to Arles by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Geneva to Arles is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • TER96566 · 17705
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • TER96566 · 17705
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • TER96562+SNCF | TGV INOUI9826+TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187876542
    2 transfers

Other options

  • TER96572 · 886191+SNCF | TGV INOUI6195
    2 transfers
  • TER96554+SNCF | TGV INOUI9810+TER17702
    2 transfers
  • TER96558+SNCF | TGV INOUI5332+ZOU!886568
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Geneva to Arles

Travel to Arles 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 Geneva to Arles.

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There are 3 options to travel between Geneva and Arles including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Arles is a bus with an average price of $53.

This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Arles:

A bus is $76 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Arles costing on average $128.

A bus is $488 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Arles costing on average $540.

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Arles is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 2m.

Other travel options to Arles take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 32m.

Bus takes on average 7h 3m.

The distance from Geneva to Arles is approximately 189 miles (305 km).
The average frequency per day from Geneva to Arles is:
  • Around 39 flights per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Geneva to Arles:
  • Flights mostly depart from Geneva International Airport and arrive in Marseille Provence Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Geneva station and arrive in Arles station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Geneve, Place Dorcière and arrive in Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Geneva to Arles, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Arles by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Alsa, Internorte to go to Arles by bus.
  • Travel with Air France, Lufthansa, British Airways, KLM, Helvetic Airways, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Swiss, Vueling, Lufthansa Cityline, ITA, KLM Cityhopper, Austrian Airlines to go to Arles by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Geneva to Arles:
  • 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Alsa, Internorte.
Omio customers who travel from Geneva to Arles often also extend their vacation to go to Marseille, Paris, Avignon, Nîmes, Barcelona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Arles and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Arles to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Arles, you can wander the Camargue Natural Park, explore vibrant local markets, attend the Rencontres d'Arles photography festival, take a scenic walk along the Rhône River, and experience a traditional Provençal bullfight. Must-see sights include the Arles Amphitheatre, Alyscamps, Saint-Trophime Church, Van Gogh Foundation, and the Arles Museum of Antiquity.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Arles, allowing time to visit its Roman monuments, enjoy the local culture, and experience the vibrant markets.

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