What is the cheapest way to get from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba?

The cheapest way to get from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba is to drive which costs €28 - €45 and takes 3h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba?

The fastest way to get from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Villefranche-sur-Mer and Alba?

No, there is no direct bus from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba. However, there are services departing from La Barmassa and arriving at Alba via Lycée Masséna, Nice Airport and SAVONA - Corso V. Veneto / Via Puccini. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Villefranche-sur-Mer and Alba?

No, there is no direct train from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba. However, there are services departing from Villefranche-sur-Mer and arriving at Alba via Ventimiglia, Savona and Carmagnola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba?

The distance between Villefranche-sur-Mer and Alba is 284 km. The road distance is 182.7 km.

How do I travel from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba without a car?

The best way to get from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba without a car is to train via Savona which takes 5h 48m and costs €35 - €70.

How long does it take to get from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba?

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba bus from?

Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nice Airport station.

Where do I catch the Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba train from?

Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Ventimiglia station.

Train or bus from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba?

The best way to get from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba is to train via Savona which takes 5h 48m and costs €35 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 34m.

Where does the Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba bus arrive?

Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Savona station.

Where does the Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba train arrive?

Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Savona station.

Can I drive from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba?

Yes, the driving distance between Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba is 183 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba.

How do I get a train ticket from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba?

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Where can I stay near Alba?

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Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba by train (Trenitalia), bus, or car

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Train via Savona (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Savonatrain Ic
2. Take the train from Savona to Carmagnolatrain 3114 / ...
5h 48m
€36–69
Drive 182.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Albacar 182.7 km
3h 7m
€29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nice Airport to Savonabus 404 / ...
2. Take the bus from SAVONA - Corso V. Veneto / Via Puccini to Albabus 204
7h 34m
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Carmagnolatrain 3137 / ...
6h 38m
€39–68

Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba by train (Trenitalia)

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5h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 284.2 km
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Villefranche-sur-Mer, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France and Alba, Piemonte, Italy?

You can take a train from Villefranche-sur-Mer to Alba via Ventimiglia, Savona, and Carmagnola in around 5h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from La Barmassa to Alba via Lycée Masséna, Aéroport / Promenade, Nice Airport, Savona, and SAVONA - Corso V. Veneto / Via Puccini in around 7h 34m.

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