Arles is served by its own train station, Gare d'Arles, located near the city center, and a central bus station, Gare Routière d'Arles.
The closest international gateway is Marseille Provence Airport (MRS), approximately 50 to 75 kilometers away. From the airport, travelers can take a direct shuttle bus or a taxi to Arles, with an approximate journey time of one hour. Alternatively, a shuttle connects to Vitrolles SNCF station for a direct train to Arles.
Arles has direct train connections via SNCF. High-speed TGV trains connect Arles to Paris, with journeys taking around 3 hours 46 minutes to 3 hours 55 minutes and tickets starting from approximately $12.50 to $32.00. Direct trains are also available from Marseille (41-56 minutes, from $12.00), Avignon (15-20 minutes, from $12.50), and Nîmes (20 minutes, from $7.00 to $9.00). The Arles train station is conveniently located about a 10-minute walk from the city center.
A local public bus system operates within Arles and to surrounding areas. Regional bus services connect Arles to cities like Aix-en-Provence (2 hours 10 minutes to 3 hours 35 minutes, from $20.90 to $25.74) and Marseille (around 1 hour 58 minutes, from $24). Buses also provide a quick connection between Arles train station and the city center, taking approximately 3-5 minutes and costing around €1-€2.
Renting a car offers flexibility for exploring Arles and the wider Provence region. Major car rental companies, including Europcar, Hertz, and Keddy By Europcar, operate in Arles. Daily rental rates for an economy car can start from approximately $35-$60. It is important to note that the historic center of Arles is pedestrian-only, requiring parking outside this area.
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