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

The cheapest way to get from Portbou to Arles is to train and bus which costs €25 - €55 and takes 6h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portbou to Arles is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs €45 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Portbou and Arles?

No, there is no direct train from Portbou to Arles. However, there are services departing from Port-Bou and arriving at Arles via Lunel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Portbou to Arles?

The distance between Portbou and Arles is 295 km. The road distance is 281.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Portbou to Arles without a car is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs €45 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Portbou to Arles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portbou to Arles train from?

Portbou to Arles train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Port-Bou station.

Where does the Portbou to Arles train arrive?

Portbou to Arles train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lunel station.

Can I drive from Portbou to Arles?

Yes, the driving distance between Portbou to Arles is 281 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Portbou to Arles.

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

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Where can I stay near Arles?

There are 1995+ hotels available in Arles.

Portbou to Arles - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Portbou to Arles by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Port-Bou to Luneltrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lunel to Arlestrain Ter
5h 2m
€47–146
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cerbere to Perpignantrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Perpignan - Bus Station to Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h 59m
€26–54
Drive 281.4 km
1. Drive from Portbou to Arlescar 281.4 km
2h 56m
€45–65

Portbou to Arles by train

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5h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 295.2 km
Duration: 5h 2m

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

You can take a train from Port-Bou to Arles via Lunel in around 5h 2m.

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