How do you get to southern France?

Getting to Southern France The two main ways to travel to Avignon are by flying into Paris or Marseille. From Charles de Gaulle airport in Paris, you can take the TGV train to Avignon's TGV station and then transfer to the city center (about 3 hours).



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For an even cheaper option on how to get to the South of France, I recommend looking up OuiBus, Eurolines, and Flixbus. These European bus companies have regular buses with minimal stops between France and other nearby countries. It should be very inexpensive to take a bus from Paris to Nice or Marseilles.

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See more of France with this brilliant journey to its south. You can set the pace, planning your journey to Nice that takes in more than a few sights along the way. And even if you don't have as much time for your trip, our shuttles will get you to Calais from Folkestone in just 35 minutes.

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The best way to explore the region is over a week or two, allowing you to soak up the scenery at your own pace. Starting at the port of Marseille and working up to the sunny shores of Nice, our South of France 10-day itinerary covers all the essentials.

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While the South of France is perhaps best known for its fresh produce, fine wines and ancient sights, it also makes a perfect place for your family holiday – you'll be surprised by the wealth of things to do with kids all year round!

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The South of France is made up of several distinct regions. Travelers can get from Paris to any of the regions in as quickly as 3 hours by taking the high-speed TGV train. Train service is dependable throughout most of France and is usually a more efficient choice than traveling by bus, plane, or even by car.

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When is the Best Time to Visit the South of France? The best time to visit the South of France is between May and October which bring long, bright, and sunny days. This is the perfect season to enjoy what the region is best known for – turquoise coastlines, Medieval villages, and rustic beach shacks.

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Take the (slow) train – Train travel in Europe is cheap and it's the easiest way to get around France. The TGV line can be expensive, but if you get the slow train or have a Eurail pass, you'll save money. Drink wine – In France, the wine is cheaper than water (well, almost!).

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Dover - Calais ferry tickets start at around €36 for foot passengers and at about €80 for passengers who travel with a vehicle. On the other hand, prices for the Eurotunnel start at over €100 for a one-way drive to France from the UK. Conclusion: the ferry from the UK to France is usually cheaper than the Eurotunnel.

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