There are 8 ways to get from Avignon to Rome by train, plane, bus, night bus or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train to Marseille, fly • 5h 2m
7 alternative options
Train to Lyon, fly • 5h 53m
Train to Nice, fly • 7h 43m
Train via Geneva • 12h 41m
Train • 13h 25m
Bus • 14h 45m
Train, night bus • 15h 39m
Drive • 9h 29m
Avignon to Rome by train
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Avignon to Rome is to bus which costs €60 - €110 and takes 14h 45m.
The fastest way to get from Avignon to Rome is to train and fly which takes 5h 2m and costs €35 - €310.
No, there is no direct bus from Avignon to Rome. However, there are services departing from Avignon and arriving at Roma Tiburtina TiBus via Marseille - St-Charles Bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 45m.
No, there is no direct train from Avignon to Rome. However, there are services departing from Avignon Tgv and arriving at Roma Termini via Lyon Part Dieu, Geneve and Milano Centrale Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 41m.
The distance between Avignon and Rome is 722 km. The road distance is 956.8 km.
The best way to get from Avignon to Rome without a car is to train via Geneva which takes 12h 41m and costs €210 - €460.
It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Avignon to Rome, including transfers.
Avignon to Rome bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Avignon station.
Avignon to Rome train services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Avignon Tgv station.
The best way to get from Avignon to Rome is to train via Geneva which takes 12h 41m and costs €210 - €460. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €60 - €110 and takes 14h 45m.
- Distance: 722 km
- Duration: 5h 2m
What companies run services between Avignon, France and Rome, Italy?
You can take a train from Avignon to Rome via Lyon Part Dieu, Geneve, Milano Centrale, and Milano Centrale Station in around 12h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Avignon to Rome via Marseille - St-Charles Bus station in around 14h 45m.
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Lyon to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €40 - €260
Flights from Nice to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €40 - €320
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Marseille to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €25 - €330
- Website
- alitalia.com
Flights from Nice to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 11m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €60 - €330
Flights from Nice to Rome via Ajaccio
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 55m
- When
- Tuesday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €130 - €480
Flights from Nice to Rome via Bastia
- Ave. Duration
- 3h
- When
- Monday and Thursday
- Estimated price
- €130 - €480
- Website
- aircorsica.com
Flights from Marseille to Rome via Ajaccio
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- When
- Tuesday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €120 - €440
Flights from Marseille to Rome via Bastia
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- When
- Monday and Thursday
- Estimated price
- €120 - €440
Flights from Nice to Rome via Ajaccio
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 55m
- When
- Tuesday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €130 - €480
Flights from Nice to Rome via Bastia
- Ave. Duration
- 3h
- When
- Monday and Thursday
- Estimated price
- €130 - €480
- Website
- flyulendo.com
Flights from Lyon to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 40m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €21 - €160
Flights from Nice to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €17 - €170
- Website
- ethiopianairlines.com
Flights from Marseille to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 35m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €95 - €240
Flights from Nice to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €60 - €330
Train from Avignon Tgv to Aix-en-Provence Tgv
- Ave. Duration
- 20 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
Train from Avignon Centre to Lyon Saint-Exupéry Tgv
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 41m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
Train from Avignon Tgv to Antibes
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 1m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
Train from Avignon Tgv to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 3m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
Train from Avignon Tgv to Nice-Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 17m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Avignon Tgv to Aix En Provence Tgv
- Ave. Duration
- 21 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €20 - €50
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €20 - €27
- 1st Class
- €35 - €50
Train from Avignon Tgv to Antibes
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 1m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €50 - €95
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €50 - €70
- 1st Class
- €70 - €95
Train from Avignon Tgv to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €40 - €80
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €40 - €55
- 1st Class
- €60 - €80
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Geneve
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €30 - €65
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €30 - €45
- 1st Class
- €50 - €65
Train from Avignon Tgv to Nice Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 17m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €55 - €100
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €55 - €75
- 1st Class
- €75 - €100
France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
Rome2Rio's guide to SNCF
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Avignon Tgv to Aix En Provence Tgv
- Ave. Duration
- 20 min
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €12 - €27
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €12 - €18
- Rail 1st Class
- €19 - €27
Train from Avignon TGV to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 6m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €85
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €35 - €55
- Rail 1st Class
- €55 - €85
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Geneve
- Ave. Duration
- 2h
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €28 - €60
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €28 - €40
- Rail 1st Class
- €40 - €60
Train from Avignon Centre to Marseille St Charles
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 54m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €21 - €45
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €21 - €30
- Rail 1st Class
- €30 - €45
German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Avignon TGV to Aix-en-Provence TGV
- Ave. Duration
- 19 min
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €27 - €30
- Website
- https://www.bahn.com/en
Train from Avignon TGV to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €45 - €51
- Website
- https://www.bahn.com/en
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- Phone
- +352 24 89 24 89
- Website
- cfl.lu
Train from Avignon Tgv to Aix En Provence Tgv
- Ave. Duration
- 20 min
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €3
- Website
- https://www.cfl.lu/en-gb
- First Class
- €3
Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.
Rome2Rio's guide to Renfe Viajeros
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Avignon Tgv to Aix En Provence Tgv
- Ave. Duration
- 19 min
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €8 - €12
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
- Phone
- +32 70 66 77 88
- Website
- thalys.com
Train from Avignon Tgv to Aix En Provence Tgv
- Ave. Duration
- 20 min
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- €30 - €65
- Website
- https://www.thalys.com/fr/en
- Standard
- €30 - €45
- Comfort
- €30 - €45
- Premium
- €50 - €65
- Phone
- +33 2 22 55 00 10
- nomad-car@laregionnormandie.fr
- Website
- normandie.fr
Train from Avignon TGV to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 28m
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Schedules at
- normandie.fr
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 848 44 66 88
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Geneve to Milano Centrale
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 4m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €110 - €210
- Website
- https://www.sbb.ch/en
Private train company Italotreno operates high-speed trains in Italy on the same tracks as Trenitalia. The routes service 21 stations across the country, including popular routes Milan-Florence, Rome-Venice and Bologna-Naples. Choose from four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Smart, Comfort, Prima and Club Executive. Italo also operates Italobus – an integrated train-bus service that takes passengers from the main train stations to other Italian cities.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 8937 1892
- Website
- italotreno.it
Train from Milano Centrale Station to Roma Termini
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 13m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €40 - €95
- Website
- https://www.italotreno.it/en
- Smart Economy
- €70 - €95
- Smart Flex
- €75 - €95
Trenitalia’s Intercity (IC) trains are slower than the high-speed Frecce trains but are still a good way to travel between major cities and towns, with routes including Rome to Naples, Venice to Bologna and Milan to Genoa. Tickets usually open for booking 90 days ahead of travel, and you’ll need make a seat reservation before boarding. All IC trains have 1st and 2nd class carriages as well as a bar buffet car, air conditioning and power sockets. InterCity trains that run at night are called InterCity Notte (ICN).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Ventimiglia to Roma Termini
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 56m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €55
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/
- 2nd Class
- €35 - €55
A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 910 207 007
- alsa@alsa.es
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Avignon to Marsella
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- €7 - €11
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Marseille - St-Charles Bus station to Roma Tiburtina TiBus
- Ave. Duration
- 12h 30m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €55 - €80
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2Rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Marseille to Roma Tiburtina TiBus
- Ave. Duration
- 12h 45m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- €65 - €95
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Night bus from Marseille to Roma Tiburtina TiBus
- Ave. Duration
- 12h 45m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €65 - €100
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
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Avignon to Rome bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Roma Tiburtina TiBus station.
Avignon to Rome train services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Roma Termini station.
Yes, the driving distance between Avignon to Rome is 957 km. It takes approximately 9h 29m to drive from Avignon to Rome.
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