What is the cheapest way to get from Nîmes to Île de Ré?

The cheapest way to get from Nîmes to Île de Ré is to bus which costs €50 - €90 and takes 11h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nîmes to Île de Ré?

The fastest way to get from Nîmes to Île de Ré is to train and fly which takes 4h 39m and costs €110 - €380.

Is there a direct bus between Nîmes and Île de Ré?

No, there is no direct bus from Nîmes station to Île de Ré. However, there are services departing from Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Station and arriving at Sablanceaux via Gare routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Nîmes and Île de Ré?

No, there is no direct train from Nîmes to Île de Ré. However, there are services departing from Nimes and arriving at La Rochelle Ville via Bordeaux St Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 23m.

How far is it from Nîmes to Île de Ré?

The distance between Nîmes and Île de Ré is 704 km. The road distance is 726.7 km.

How do I travel from Nîmes to Île de Ré without a car?

The best way to get from Nîmes to Île de Ré without a car is to train which takes 10h 23m and costs €120 - €230.

How long does it take to get from Nîmes to Île de Ré?

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Nîmes to Île de Ré, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nîmes to Île de Ré bus from?

Nîmes to Île de Ré bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nîmes to Île de Ré train from?

Nîmes to Île de Ré train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Nimes station.

Train or bus from Nîmes to Île de Ré?

The best way to get from Nîmes to Île de Ré is to train which takes 10h 23m and costs €120 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €90 and takes 11h 15m.

Where does the Nîmes to Île de Ré bus arrive?

Nîmes to Île de Ré bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at La Rochelle - Bus Station.

Where does the Nîmes to Île de Ré train arrive?

Nîmes to Île de Ré train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Bordeaux St Jean station.

Can I drive from Nîmes to Île de Ré?

Yes, the driving distance between Nîmes to Île de Ré is 727 km. It takes approximately 6h 42m to drive from Nîmes to Île de Ré.

Where can I stay near Île de Ré?

There are 2451+ hotels available in Île de Ré.

Nîmes to Île de Ré - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Nîmes to Île de Ré by train, plane, 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.

Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
best
1. Take the train from Nimes to Vitrolles Aeroport Marseilletrain
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH)plane MRS - LRH
5h 5m
€88–342
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
11h 15m
€53–86
Train
1. Take the train from Nimes to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Intercités
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to La Rochelle Villetrain Ter / ...
10h 23m
€129–224
Drive 726.7 km
1. Drive from Nîmes to La Flottecar 726.7 km
6h 42m
€117–168
Train to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, fly to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
1. Take the train from Nimes to Lyon-Saint Exupery Tgvtrain
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH)plane LYS - LRH
4h 39m
€116–375
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Take the train from Nimes to Vitrolles Aeroport Marseilletrain
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane MRS - NTE
3. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain
8h 55m
€104–319
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Take the train from Nimes to Vitrolles Aeroport Marseilletrain
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane MRS - BOD
3. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to La Rochelle Villetrain
9h 37m
€95–274
Bus via Bordeaux
1. Take the bus from Nîmes to Bordeauxbus 718 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux to La Rochellebus FlixBus N711 / ...
12h 40m
€64–94

Nîmes to Île de Ré by train, foot, and bus

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10h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 703.8 km
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Nîmes, France and Île de Ré, France?

You can take a train from Nimes to Sablanceaux via Bordeaux St Jean, La Rochelle Ville, and Gare routière in around 10h 23m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost €50–85 and the journey takes 9h 40m.

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