Arles, a city known for inspiring some of Vincent Van Gogh's most famous paintings, is a little over 40 miles (65 km) from Aix-en-Provence. If you're looking for family fun, this 12-day itinerary specially designed for families takes you through the Rhône Valley, traveling through Lyon, Avignon, and Arles down to Aix-en-Provence and finally Marseille. If you prefer a self-driving tour, check out this 11-day road trip through the region.
By Private Transfer
Duration: 1 hour, 15 minutes
Several companies offer door-to-door private transfers from Aix-en-Provence to Arles. This is the most expensive but also the most convenient option.
By Rental Car
Duration: 1 hour, 15 minutes
If you opted to do a self-guided tour of Provence, driving from Aix to Arles on the A8 highway, which connects to the A54, is fast and easy. There aren't any must-see stops along this route, so you can travel straight to Arles and explore further from there.
By Train
Duration: 1.5 to 2.5 hours, depending on layovers
There are no direct trains from Aix-en-Provence to Arles; most routes require changing trains at least once, in Marseille, and some twice. But the train is still pretty fast and affordable, especially if you don't plan on renting a car and don't want to book a private transfer.
Aix's TGV train station is a bit outside the city, but a 40 shuttle bus departs from the central bus terminal to the TGV train station every 20 minutes. The Arles train station is centrally located, and you can take a taxi or private transfer from there to your destination.
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