There are 5 ways to get from Avignon to Savona by train, bus, car or plane
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Recommended option
Train • 6h 15m
Cheapest option
Bus • 6h 40m
3 alternative options
Train, bus • 8h 12m
Drive • 4h 7m
Train, fly • 8h 20m
Avignon to Savona by train
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Avignon to Savona is to bus which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 40m.
The fastest way to get from Avignon to Savona is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs €65 - €100.
No, there is no direct bus from Avignon to Savona. However, there are services departing from Avignon and arriving at Savona via Marseille. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.
No, there is no direct train from Avignon to Savona. However, there are services departing from Avignon Tgv and arriving at Savona via Nice Ville and Ventimiglia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.
The distance between Avignon and Savona is 451 km. The road distance is 407.6 km.
The best way to get from Avignon to Savona without a car is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs €70 - €130.
It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Avignon to Savona, including transfers.
Avignon to Savona bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Avignon station.
Avignon to Savona train services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Avignon Tgv station.
The best way to get from Avignon to Savona is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs €70 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 40m.
- Distance: 450.6 km
- Duration: 6h 15m
What companies run services between Avignon, France and Savona, Italy?
You can take a train from Avignon to Savona via Nice-Ville, Nice Ville, and Ventimiglia in around 6h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Avignon to Savona via Marseille in around 6h 40m.
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Marseille to Genoa via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 36m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €200 - €750
- Website
- alitalia.com
Flights from Marseille to Genoa via Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 25m
- When
- Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €50 - €330
- Website
- volotea.com
Flights from Marseille to Genoa via Paris Orly
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 55m
- When
- Monday
- Estimated price
- €60 - €270
Train from Avignon Tgv to Nice-Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 17m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
Train from Avignon Tgv to Aix-en-Provence Tgv
- Ave. Duration
- 20 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- 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 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
Train from Avignon Tgv to Cannes
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 48m
- 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 Aix En Provence Tgv
- Ave. Duration
- 19 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €20 - €50
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €20 - €27
- 1st Class
- €35 - €50
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 Savona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 21m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €8 - €11
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/
- 2nd Class
- €8 - €11
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Ventimiglia to Savona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 57m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €8 - €15
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
- 1st Class
- €13 - €15
Frequently asked questions
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
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
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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
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
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 Savona
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 25m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €28 - €40
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
- Phone
- 0966 57552
- info@lirosilinee.com
- Website
- lirosilinee.com
Bus from Antibes to Savona
- Ave. Duration
- 4h
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- €11 - €13
- Schedules at
- lirosilinee.com
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Avignon to Savona bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Savona station.
Avignon to Savona train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Savona station.
Yes, the driving distance between Avignon to Savona is 408 km. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Avignon to Savona.
There are 1988+ hotels available in Savona. Prices start at €45 per night.