What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Arles?

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Arles is to bus which costs €85 - €150 and takes 15h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madrid to Arles?

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Arles is to fly and train which takes 5h 12m and costs €55 - €190.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Arles?

No, there is no direct bus from Madrid to Arles. However, there are services departing from Madrid and arriving at ARLES - Clémenceau via Parnasse and NÎMES - Gare Routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and Arles?

No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Arles. However, there are services departing from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arriving at Arles via Nimes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

How far is it from Madrid to Arles?

The distance between Madrid and Arles is 875 km. The road distance is 973.5 km.

How do I travel from Madrid to Arles without a car?

The best way to get from Madrid to Arles without a car is to train which takes 8h 45m and costs €130 - €220.

How long does it take to get from Madrid to Arles?

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Madrid to Arles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Arles bus from?

Madrid to Arles bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Madrid station.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Arles train from?

Madrid to Arles train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station.

Train or bus from Madrid to Arles?

The best way to get from Madrid to Arles is to train which takes 8h 45m and costs €130 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €85 - €150 and takes 15h 40m.

Where does the Madrid to Arles bus arrive?

Madrid to Arles bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Nîmes station.

Where does the Madrid to Arles train arrive?

Madrid to Arles train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Nimes station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Arles?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Arles is 974 km. It takes approximately 9h 42m to drive from Madrid to Arles.

How do I get a train ticket from Madrid to Arles?

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Where can I stay near Arles?

There are 2151+ hotels available in Arles.

Madrid to Arles - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Madrid to Arles by plane, train, train (Renfe), bus, car, or train (Renfe, Ouigo, TGV)

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best
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)plane MAD - MRS
2. Take the train from Vitrolles Aeroport Marseille to Arlestrain
5h 12m
€57–187
Train
1. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Nimestrain 9725
2. Take the train from Nimes to Arlestrain Ter / ...
8h 45m
€137–214
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madrid to Nîmesbus FlixBus N1138
15h 40m
€88–141
Drive 973.5 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Arlescar 973.5 km
9h 42m
€154–223
Train via Barcelona
1. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona-Santstrain Ave
2. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Nimes Pont Du Gardtrain Tgv
9h 19m
€147–318
Bus via Madrid - Barajas Airport T4
1. Take the bus from Madrid - Barajas Airport T4 to Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
17h 40m
€80–176

Madrid to Arles by train

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8h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 874.6 km
Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Arles, France?

You can take a train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Arles via Nimes in around 8h 45m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Madrid to Nîmes once daily. Tickets cost €80–140 and the journey takes 13h 15m.

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