How to travel from Lyon to Aix-en-Provence

There are 3 options to travel between Lyon and Aix-en-Provence including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Aix-en-Provence is a bus with an average price of €27.

This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Aix-en-Provence:

A bus is €39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Aix-en-Provence costing on average €65.

A bus is €521 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Aix-en-Provence costing on average €547.

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Aix-en-Provence is by train with an average journey time of 2h 7m.

Other travel options to Aix-en-Provence take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 25m.

Flight takes on average 4h 58m.

The distance from Lyon to Aix-en-Provence is approximately 155 miles (251 km).

The average frequency per day from Lyon to Aix-en-Provence is:

• Around 21 flights per day.
• Around 14 trains per day.
• Around 7 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lyon to Aix-en-Provence:

• Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Marseille Provence Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Lyon Part Dieu and arrive in Aix-en-Provence TGV.
• Buses mostly depart from Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) and arrive in Aix-en-Provence, Avenue de l’Arcade de Meyran (Parking Relais KRYPTON).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lyon to Aix-en-Provence, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Trenitalia, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV Lyria, ZOU!, TER to go to Aix-en-Provence by train.
• Travel with Air France, Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Swiss, British Airways, Air Baltic to go to Aix-en-Provence by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Aix-en-Provence by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Lyon to Aix-en-Provence with the following travel companies:

• 12 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Trenitalia, SNCF | TGV Lyria.
• 7 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Omio customers who travel from Lyon to Aix-en-Provence often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Nice, Marseille, Barcelona, Avignon. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Aix-en-Provence and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Aix-en-Provence to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Aix-en-Provence, you can explore the Atelier Cézanne to gain insight into the creative process of the famous painter Paul Cézanne. For outdoor enthusiasts, Montagne Sainte-Victoire offers scenic hiking and panoramic views. The local markets provide an opportunity to taste regional specialties, and you can enjoy a wine tour to sample Provence's finest wines. Relaxation awaits at the Thermes Sextius, a spa with rejuvenating treatments. Notable sights include the picturesque Cours Mirabeau, the historic Aix Cathedral, the art-filled Musée Granet, the 17th-century Pavillon de Vendôme with its gardens, and the charming Place d'Albertas with its ornate fountain.

Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Aix-en-Provence is ideal to explore its charming streets, visit key attractions like Cours Mirabeau and the Cathedral of the Holy Saviour, and enjoy the Provençal markets and local cuisine.