There are 7 ways to get from Barcelona to Arles by train, bus, 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.
Recommended option
Train • 5h 2m
Cheapest option
Bus • 8h 25m
5 alternative options
Train via Nimes • 5h 27m
Bus via Avignon • 7h 19m
Drive • 3h 54m
Fly to Marseille, train • 5h 1m
Fly to Lyon, train • 6h 47m
Barcelona to Arles by train
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Barcelona to Arles is to bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 8h 25m.
The fastest way to get from Barcelona to Arles is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs €70 - €110.
No, there is no direct bus from Barcelona to Arles. However, there are services departing from Estación de Autobuses Barcelona Nord and arriving at ARLES - Clémenceau via Parnasse and NÎMES - Gare Routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.
No, there is no direct train from Barcelona to Arles. However, there are services departing from Barcelona-Sants and arriving at Arles via Nimes Pont Du Gard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.
The distance between Barcelona and Arles is 428 km. The road distance is 417.6 km.
The best way to get from Barcelona to Arles without a car is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs €35 - €130.
It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Barcelona to Arles, including transfers.
Barcelona to Arles bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Estación de Autobuses Barcelona Nord station.
Barcelona to Arles train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Barcelona-Sants station.
The best way to get from Barcelona to Arles is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs €35 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus via Avignon, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 7h 19m.
- Distance: 427.5 km
- Duration: 5h 2m
What companies run services between Barcelona, Spain and Arles, France?
TGV inOui operates a train from Barcelona-Sants to Nimes Pont Du Gard once daily. Tickets cost €65 - €120 and the journey takes 3h 44m. Renfe Viajeros also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Estación de Autobuses Barcelona Nord to Avignon 6 times a week. Tickets cost €35 - €55 and the journey takes 6h 40m.
- Website
- vueling.com
Flights from Barcelona to Marseille
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €29 - €210
Flights from Barcelona to Lyon
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 28m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €240
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Barcelona to Lyon
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €40 - €230
- Website
- volotea.com
Flights from Barcelona to Marseille
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Monday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €28 - €230
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Barcelona to Marseille via Palma Mallorca
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- When
- Wednesday
- Estimated price
- €35 - €260
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 Barcelona-Sants to Nimes Pont Du Gard
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 44m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €65 - €120
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €65 - €90
- 1st Class
- €90 - €120
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Nimes
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 6m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €65 - €120
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €65 - €90
- 1st Class
- €85 - €120
Train from Lyon-Saint Exupery Tgv to Arles
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €45 - €85
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €45 - €65
- 1st Class
- €65 - €85
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 Barcelona-Sants to Nimes Pont Du Gard
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 41m
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Nimes
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 37m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Train from Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille to Arles
- Ave. Duration
- 48 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
Train from Lyon Saint-Exupéry Tgv to Arles
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
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 Vitrolles Aeroport Marseille to Arles
- Ave. Duration
- 47 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €11 - €23
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €11 - €16
- Rail 1st Class
- €16 - €23
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 Estación de Autobuses Barcelona Nord to Avignon
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 40m
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- €35 - €55
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Bus from Estación de Autobuses Barcelona Nord to Nimes
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 40m
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- 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 Estación de Autobuses Barcelona Nord to Nîmes
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 5m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
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 Estación de Autobuses Barcelona Nord to Nîmes
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 45m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €28 - €40
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
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Read the travel guideMore Questions & Answers
Barcelona to Arles bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Nîmes station.
Barcelona to Arles train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Nimes Pont Du Gard station.
Yes, the driving distance between Barcelona to Arles is 418 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Barcelona to Arles.
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