Written by Camille Laurent, Celine Fournier, Marcus Kayode, Sebastien Simon
30/08/2025
Bingqian Li, Pexels
Avignon is well-served by two main train stations: Avignon TGV, primarily for high-speed routes located outside the city center, and Avignon Centre, situated conveniently within the city. The Avignon Bus Station (Routière PEM) is adjacent to Avignon Centre, while Avignon Provence Airport (AVN) serves limited European flights, with Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) being the closest major international gateway.
By Train (High-Speed TGV)
From Paris:: Direct TGV services connect Paris Gare de Lyon to Avignon TGV in approximately 2 hours 36 minutes to 3 hours 25 minutes, with fares typically ranging from £14.54 to $79. Direct trains from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Avignon TGV take around 3 hours.
From Marseille:: Trains from Marseille Saint-Charles to Avignon TGV can take as little as 33 minutes, with tickets starting from $5.
From Lyon:: Direct trains from Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV-Aéroport station reach Avignon TGV in about 1 hour, with costs around €40.
Between Avignon TGV and Avignon Centre:: A local TER shuttle train provides a quick connection in 4-5 minutes, costing from $4.04.
By Bus
From Marseille Airport (MRS):: FlixBus operates services to Avignon, with journey times between 1 hour 10 minutes and 1 hour 24 minutes, starting from €5.98.
From Paris:: Long-distance buses, such as FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus, connect Paris to Avignon in approximately 8 hours 35 minutes to 9 hours 45 minutes, with fares from €25.98.
From Lyon:: Bus journeys typically last around 3 hours 15 minutes, with average prices of $26.
By Air
Avignon Provence Airport (AVN):: This local airport offers direct flights, mainly from the United Kingdom (Southampton, Birmingham, and London City). It is located 8-10 km from the city center, accessible by bus lines 3 or 21 (requiring a 1.5 km walk to bus stops) or taxi.
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS):: As the nearest major international airport, located about 80 km from Avignon, it provides more extensive flight options. Travelers can connect to Avignon via train or bus from Marseille Airport.
By Car Rental
Car rental services are available at Avignon TGV station and other city locations, as well as at major airports like Marseille Provence. Booking in advance is recommended.
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