What is the cheapest way to get from Alicante to French Riviera?

The cheapest way to get from Alicante to French Riviera is to bus which costs €110 - €200 and takes 21h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alicante to French Riviera?

The fastest way to get from Alicante to French Riviera is to fly and train which takes 8h 15m and costs €75 - €270.

Is there a direct train between Alicante and French Riviera?

No, there is no direct train from Alicante to French Riviera. However, there are services departing from Alacant/Alicante Terminal and arriving at Saint-Raphaël-Valescure via Barcelona-Sants and Marseille-Saint-Charles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 15m.

How far is it from Alicante to French Riviera?

The distance between Alicante and French Riviera is 1255 km. The road distance is 1103.3 km.

How do I travel from Alicante to French Riviera without a car?

The best way to get from Alicante to French Riviera without a car is to train which takes 15h 15m and costs €160 - €300.

How long does it take to get from Alicante to French Riviera?

It takes approximately 15h 15m to get from Alicante to French Riviera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alicante to French Riviera bus from?

Alicante to French Riviera bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Alicante station.

Where do I catch the Alicante to French Riviera train from?

Alicante to French Riviera train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Alacant/Alicante Terminal station.

Train or bus from Alicante to French Riviera?

The best way to get from Alicante to French Riviera is to train which takes 15h 15m and costs €160 - €300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €110 - €200 and takes 21h 6m.

Where does the Alicante to French Riviera bus arrive?

Alicante to French Riviera bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Montpellier - Sabines Bus Station.

Where does the Alicante to French Riviera train arrive?

Alicante to French Riviera train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Barcelona-Sants station.

Can I drive from Alicante to French Riviera?

Yes, the driving distance between Alicante to French Riviera is 1103 km. It takes approximately 10h 55m to drive from Alicante to French Riviera.

Where can I stay near French Riviera?

There are 8236+ hotels available in French Riviera.

Alicante to French Riviera - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Alicante and French Riviera?

No, there is no direct bus from Alicante to French Riviera. However, there are services departing from Alicante and arriving at Les Heures Claires via Montpellier - Sabines Bus Station, Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles and Théâtre de la Mer. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 6m.

There are 7 ways to get from Alicante to French Riviera by train (Renfe, TGV), bus, train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Barcelona-Santstrain Eur / ...
2. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Marseille St Charlestrain
3. Take the train from Marseille-Saint-Charles to Saint-Raphaël-Valescuretrain
15h 15m
€168–300
Fly Alicante-Elche Airport to Marseille Provence Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)plane ALC - MRS
2. Take the train from Marseille-Saint-Charles to Saint-Raphaël-Valescuretrain
8h 15m
€77–268
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Alicante to Valencia - Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Estació d'Autobusos de València to Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charlesbus
3. Take the train from Marseille-Saint-Charles to Saint-Raphaël-Valescuretrain
20h 7m
€126–225
Drive 1,103.3 km
1. Drive from Alicante to French Rivieracar 1,103.3 km
10h 55m
€175–253
Fly Alicante-Elche Airport to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport, train
1. Fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE)plane ALC - NCE
2. Take the train from Saint-Laurent-du-Var to Saint-Raphaël Valescuretrain
9h 32m
€89–229
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alicante to Montpellier - Sabines Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Montpellier - Sabines Bus Station to Marseille - Saint-Charles Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles to Sainte-Maximebus
21h 6m
€111–192
Train to Valencia Airport, fly to Marseille Provence Airport, train
1. Take the train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Estació del Nordtrain
2. Fly from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)plane VLC - MRS
3. Take the train from Marseille-Saint-Charles to Saint-Raphaël-Valescuretrain
10h 15m
€108–302

Alicante to French Riviera by train and bus

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15h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,255.2 km
Duration: 15h 15m

What companies run services between Alicante, Spain and French Riviera, France?

You can take a train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Les Heures Claires via Barcelona-Sants, Marseille St Charles, Marseille-Saint-Charles, Saint-Raphaël-Valescure, and Gare Routière in around 15h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alicante to Les Heures Claires via Montpellier - Sabines Bus Station, Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles, Sainte-Maxime, and Théâtre de la Mer in around 21h 6m.

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