What is the cheapest way to get from Sion to Avignon?

The cheapest way to get from Sion to Avignon is to train and bus via Lyon which costs €60 - €170 and takes 9h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sion to Avignon?

The fastest way to get from Sion to Avignon is to drive which takes 4h 58m and costs €75 - €110.

Is there a direct train between Sion and Avignon?

No, there is no direct train from Sion to Avignon. However, there are services departing from Sion and arriving at Avignon Tgv via Geneve. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Sion to Avignon?

The distance between Sion and Avignon is 535 km. The road distance is 434.9 km.

How do I travel from Sion to Avignon without a car?

The best way to get from Sion to Avignon without a car is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs €110 - €280.

How long does it take to get from Sion to Avignon?

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Sion to Avignon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sion to Avignon train from?

Sion to Avignon train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Sion station.

Where does the Sion to Avignon train arrive?

Sion to Avignon train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Genève station.

Can I drive from Sion to Avignon?

Yes, the driving distance between Sion to Avignon is 435 km. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Sion to Avignon.

How do I get a train ticket from Sion to Avignon?

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Where can I stay near Avignon?

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Sion to Avignon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Sion to Avignon by train (Trenitalia, TGV), train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sion to Genèvetrain Ir95 / ...
2. Take the train from Geneve to Avignon Tgvtrain Tgv
5h 46m
€114–275
Train, bus via Lyon
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sion to Lausannetrain Ec / ...
2. Take the bus from Lausanne to Lyonbus
3. Take the bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to Avignon - Le Pontet - Le Lac Stopbus
9h 47m
€63–168
Drive 434.9 km
1. Drive from Sion to Avignoncar 434.9 km
4h 58m
€76–110
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sion to Genèvetrain Ec / ...
2. Take the bus from Lancy Pont Rouge Gare-Etoile P+R to Gare Routierebus 272
3. Take the train from Annecy to Avignon Centretrain K21
9h 17m
€137–361

Sion to Avignon by train

10Weekly Trains

5h 46mAverage Duration

€114Cheapest Price

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Distance: 535.2 km
Duration: 5h 46m

What companies run services between Sion, Switzerland and Avignon, France?

You can take a train from Sion to Avignon Tgv via Geneve in around 5h 46m.

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