Trains from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre
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Travel from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre by train in 1 hour 55 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre by train is 2 hours 39 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour 55 minutes. Around 31 trains per day travel the 43 miles (69 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Aix-en-Provence Centre. You're likely to be travelling with AVE, Renfe or OUIGO to Aix-en-Provence Centre. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £9.95. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices when you search in our Journey Planner.
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Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre by train
It takes an average of 2h 39m to travel from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre by train, over a distance of around 43 miles (69 km). There are normally 31 trains per day travelling from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre and tickets for this journey start from £9.95 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:44 | |
| Departure station | Avignon Centre | |
| Arrival station | Aix-en-Provence Centre | |
| Journey time | From 1h 55m | |
| Distance | 43 miles (69 km) | |
| Frequency | 31 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £9.95 | |
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OUIGO, Renfe and AVE trains from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre
OUIGO
Renfe
AVE
OUIGO is the low-cost brand of French rail company SNCF, who operate trains in France and Spain. In France, all seats on OUIGO are Second Class and tickets can only be purchased online. You can also pay for additional extras, such as reserving a seat in the ‘quiet area’, at-seat power sockets and extra luggage. OUIGO has been operating in Spain since May 2021, and their trains include an onboard bar and a premium class of service called OUIGO Plus.
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Renfe is the national train operator in Spain. It operates trains on the longest high-speed railway network in Europe, and the second-longest in the world. The country's major cities are linked up by the high-speed AVE and Avlo trains, while other long-distance routes are served by Altaria, Talgo, Alvia and Euromed trains. Renfe also operates cross-border services into neighbouring Portugal and France. Depending on which service you are travelling on, you'll usually find two classes on Renfe trains - Estándard (Standard Class) and Confort (First Class). Fare types range from the cheapest (but least flexible) Básico fare, to the more flexible Elige fares, to the Premium fare for seats in Confort carriages.
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AVE is Renfe's flagship high-speed service, with trains capable of reaching up to 193 mph (310 km/h). It’s one of the fastest trains in Europe and connects the main cities of Spain. Most AVE trains offer two comfort classes – Estándard (Standard Class) and Confort (First Class equivalent, with 1-1 configuration, ultra-wide seats, gourmet food and drink and lounge access). All AVE trains have air conditioning, power sockets, free WiFi and a buffet carriage serving a selection of food and drinks. There are three fares for AVE services: the cheapest but least flexible Básico fare, the Elige fare (slightly pricier but more flexible), and the Premium fare for seats in Confort Class.
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AVE and OUIGO classes from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre
Compare the different travel classes offered by AVE and OUIGO when travelling from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre.
AVE
OUIGO
Estándar (Standard Class)
In AVE's Estándar Class, you'll enjoy comfortable fuss-free travel. With luggage storage and air-conditioning throughout, there's access to their bar/restaurant carriage serving drinks and snacks and seats are usually in a row of 2 or 4 around a table. On board, you'll enjoy:
- Free WiFi
- Seat reservation
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Entertainment portal
- Fold-down table
- Reading light
- Power sockets at each seat
- Catering at your seat
- Lounge access
- Larger tables
Confort (First Class)
Onboard AVE's Confort Class, you’ll enjoy all the amenities of Estándar Class as well as extra perks, such as complimentary food and drinks, free newspapers and more. Don't forget to enjoy access to Renfe's Club Rooms before your trip to kick it off in style. On board, you'll enjoy:
- Free WiFi
- Seat reservation
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Entertainment portal
- Fold-down table
- Reading light
- Power sockets at each seat
- Catering at your seat
- Lounge access
- Larger tables
Standard Class
OUIGO comes with only one class, Standard Class, which is the equivalent of TGV's Second Class. On board you'll find WiFi and a café-bar (on services in Spain). There may be a trolley service on Train Classique services in France. You can pay extra to guarantee a seat with a plug socket, as not all seats currently have one.
- Fold-down table
- Luggage storage
- Bar/restaurant carriage (1)
- Catering at your seat (2)
- WiFi (3)
- Power sockets
- (1) Available on OUIGO Spain services only
- (2) Snack service available on some OUIGO Classique trains
- (3) WiFi available for a fee on services in France; may be free in Spain
Onboard services on AVE and OUIGO
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre.
AVE
OUIGO
With AVE, you can travel with up to 3 pieces of luggage that do not exceed 290 cm and 25 kg. In total, the maximum measurements of each piece of luggage are 85 x 55 x 35 cm. Musical instruments also count as hand luggage as long as they do not exceed the dimensions 30 x 120 x 38 cm and are stored in a case.
If you’d like to stretch your legs and grab a coffee during your journey, AVE trains have an onboard bar carriage serving drinks and snacks. If you’d prefer to stay in your seat, AVE staff sell food and drinks from a trolley that will pass through the train during the journey.
On AVE trains, you can take advantage of PlayRenfe – their free WiFi and entertainment service. Giving you access to exclusive content and fast connection speeds, PlayRenfe can be downloaded from the app store on your phone. Once you’re connected, you can access the PlayRenfe portal, where you’ll find exclusive live sport, news, films and TV series.
Children under 3 years old travel for free with AVE, as long as they do not occupy a seat and have their free child ticket. Children from 3 to 14 years old can take advantage of a 40% discount on ticket prices.
On all AVE trains, each passenger can take one bicycle or scooter on board, as long as it’s folded and carried inside a case. Also, the pedals must be removed and handlebars turned 90 degrees. Lastly, if the sum of the dimensions of the case is less than 180cm, it is considered as hand luggage. However, if it’s bigger, it will be considered as special luggage (max dimensions 120 x 90 x 40 cm).
With AVE, you can travel with a pet as long as it weighs no more than 10 kg and travels inside a cage or carrier (60 x 35 x 35 cm). Your pet must have their own pet ticket, unless you’re travelling with a Premium ticket, in which case the pet ticket is free. Guide and assistance dogs travel for free.
AVE offer a free assistance and care service for people with reduced mobility. To request the service, passengers should contact AVE directly.
One piece of hand luggage (36 x 27 x 15 cm) and one piece of cabin luggage (55 x 35 x 25 cm) can be taken onboard. You can take additional or larger bags with you (max. 30kg) for an extra fee or by paying for OUIGO Plus.
On OUIGO trains in France: an at-seat service of snacks is available on Train classique services. This service is not available on high-speed OUIGO trains.
On OUIGO trains in Spain: OUIBAR is located in coach 4 of each train and offers a selection of hot and cold drinks, plus snacks.
WiFi (OUIFI) and an entertainment portal (OUIFUN) are available at an additional cost.
For OUIGO trains in France: Passengers under 12 years old pay a fixed price for tickets all year round - €5 for journeys on Train classique services, and €8 for high speed services.
For OUIGO trains in Spain: Passengers under 12 pay €5 per ticket for all journeys.
You can take your bicycle on board OUIGO trains if you add the 'Bike' option onto your ticket for an additional fee of at least €5. Your bike must be folded or dismantled and placed in a storage bag for transport.
Pets are only allowed on board OUIGO trains if the 'Pets' option is added to your ticket at the time of booking. (1 pet per adult, per booking, €10 per pet.)
For disabled passengers or those with reduced mobility, you can request assistance through 'Accès Plus'. With this service, a member of staff will meet you at the station and help you get to your seat on the train. To book assistance, contact Accès Plus after you book your tickets (and no later than 48 hours before your train is due to depart).
Cheap train tickets from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
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Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
How long does the train from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre take?
The average journey time by train between Avignon Centre and Aix-en-Provence Centre is 2 hours and 39 minutes, with around 31 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What's the fastest journey time between Avignon Centre and Aix-en-Provence Centre by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre is 1 hour and 55 minutes.
How much does the train from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre cost?
Train ticket prices from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre can start from as little as £9.95 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Is there a direct train from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre?
No, there are no direct train services from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre. Travelling from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
What time does the first train from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre leave?
The first train from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre leaves at 05:55. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre leave?
The last train from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre leaves at 21:44. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Avignon Centre and Aix-en-Provence Centre by train?
Trains travelling from Avignon Centre to Aix-en-Provence Centre cover a distance of around 43 miles (69 km) during the journey.
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