What is the cheapest way to get from Arles to l'Escala?

The cheapest way to get from Arles to l'Escala is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 9h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arles to l'Escala?

The fastest way to get from Arles to l'Escala is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Arles and l'Escala?

No, there is no direct bus from Arles to l'Escala. However, there are services departing from ARLES - Clémenceau and arriving at L'Escala Pobla Sec via Quatrefages, Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Station and Girona, Estació d'Autobusos. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Arles and l'Escala?

No, there is no direct train from Arles to l'Escala. However, there are services departing from Arles and arriving at Flaçà via Nimes Pont Du Gard and Girona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Arles to l'Escala?

The distance between Arles and l'Escala is 380 km. The road distance is 309 km.

How do I travel from Arles to l'Escala without a car?

The best way to get from Arles to l'Escala without a car is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs €70 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Arles to l'Escala?

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Arles to l'Escala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arles to l'Escala bus from?

Arles to l'Escala bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Arles to l'Escala train from?

Arles to l'Escala train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Nimes Pont Du Gard station.

Train or bus from Arles to l'Escala?

The best way to get from Arles to l'Escala is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs €70 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 9h 1m.

Where does the Arles to l'Escala bus arrive?

Arles to l'Escala bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Girona, Estació d'Autobusos station.

Where does the Arles to l'Escala train arrive?

Arles to l'Escala train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Girona station.

Can I drive from Arles to l'Escala?

Yes, the driving distance between Arles to l'Escala is 309 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Arles to l'Escala.

Where can I stay near l'Escala?

There are 5758+ hotels available in l'Escala.

Arles to l'Escala - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Arles to l'Escala by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

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Train (TGV)
best
1. Take the train from Nimes Pont Du Gard to Gironatrain Tgv
6h 30m
€70–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Station to Girona, Estació d'Autobusosbus
2. Take the bus from Girona, Estació d'Autobusos to L'Escala Pobla Secbus 11
9h 1m
€36–58
Drive 309 km
1. Drive from Arles to l'Escalacar 309 km
3h 1m
€50–72
Train via Cerbère
1. Take the train from Arles to Luneltrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lunel to Port-Boutrain Ter
7h 30m
€56–164

Arles to l'Escala by train and bus (TGV)

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6h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 379.5 km
Duration: 6h 30m

What companies run services between Arles, France and l'Escala, Catalonia, Spain?

TGV inOui operates a train from Nimes Pont Du Gard to Girona once daily. Tickets cost €60–95 and the journey takes 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from ARLES - Clémenceau to L'Escala Pobla Sec via NÎMES - Gare Routière, Quatrefages, Parnasse, Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Station, and Girona, Estació d'Autobusos in around 9h 1m.

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