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Le Mans to Avignon Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Le Mans to Avignon trains use TGV INOUI services on the French high-speed network, usually running from Le Mans station to Avignon TGV station with direct trains on selected departures or a change at Paris-Montparnasse and Paris-Gare de Lyon, Massy TGV, or Lyon Part-Dieu. The rail distance is about 655 km depending on the service pattern. Fast direct or same-network TGV journeys take about 4 hours 20 minutes, while itineraries with a Paris transfer or longer connection can take around 5 hours 45 minutes. Around 4 to 8 departures per day are normally available in one direction when direct and connecting options are counted. TGV INOUI offers Second Class and First Class seating, with some trains using Duplex double-deck sets. One-way TGV fares between Le Mans and Avignon start from about €45 ($49 USD) for advance Second Class tickets and can rise to around €160 ($174 USD) for flexible First Class fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, and July-August travel.

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Seats

Le Mans

Avignon

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Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

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Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

08:34

Le MansStation

4h 11m

12:45

AvignonAvignon TGV

Direct

SNCF 5332

from

16091 USD

4h 11m, Direct

08:34

Le MansStation

12:45

AvignonAvignon TGV

from

16091 USD

Direct

SNCF 5332

First train

08:26

Last train

17:30

Travel duration

4h 13m

Daily departures

Departure station

Le Mans

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Avignon

Ticket price

$108

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Exchange and cancellation rules depend on the selected SNCF fare for the Le Mans to Avignon TGV. Flexible fares usually allow changes before departure, while low advance fares are more restricted.

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Le Mans to Avignon Route Overview

This route links western France with Provence by combining the LGV Atlantique from Le Mans toward the Paris region with the high-speed corridor toward Lyon and the Rhone valley. A distinctive feature is that some itineraries avoid central Paris by using Massy TGV or other cross-country TGV paths, reducing the need to move between Paris stations. Direct trains, when available, are the simplest choice; connecting itineraries through Paris can require a metro or taxi transfer between Montparnasse and Gare de Lyon. TGV INOUI seats are reservation-only, so every ticket is tied to a specific train, carriage, and seat.

Travel time

4h 13m

Train type

Fastest trip

4h 10m

Longest trip

5h 10m

Le Mans

Le Mans is the main rail hub of the Sarthe department and is known for its Roman walls, old town, and the 24 Hours of Le Mans motor race. Le Mans station is southwest of the city center, with TGV services using the national high-speed network toward Paris, Nantes, Rennes, and southern France.

Le Mans

Station

4h 13m

Avignon

Avignon is a walled city on the Rhone, known for the Palais des Papes and the medieval bridge over the river. Most high-speed trains from Le Mans arrive at Avignon TGV station, located southwest of the center and linked to Avignon Centre by a short local rail shuttle.

Avignon TGV

Station

Avignon Centre

Station

Practical Information for TGV Travelers

TGV INOUI luggage rules are based on what passengers can carry and store themselves. Label bags before boarding and keep aisles and doors clear.

Luggage Allowance

On TGV INOUI, passengers may generally bring 2 large pieces of luggage, each up to 130 cm, plus 1 item of hand baggage. Bags must be labeled with the passenger's name and kept within onboard storage areas.

Storage Facilities

TGV sets have overhead racks for small bags, larger racks near carriage entrances, and spaces between some seat backs. Duplex trains also have luggage areas on both levels, but large cases are easier to place near the door racks.

Special Items

Folded bicycles may travel as luggage if packed in a cover within the accepted size limits. Assembled bicycles require a bike space only on trains where reservations are offered. Skis, snowboards, and musical instruments must be carried in protective covers and stored without blocking aisles.

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Le Mans to Avignon Map

The Le Mans to Avignon rail route runs from Le Mans station onto the LGV Atlantique toward the Paris region, then joins the eastern and southern high-speed corridors toward Lyon and the lower Rhone. Depending on the departure, trains may call at Massy TGV, Lyon Part-Dieu, Valence TGV, or Nimes Pont du Gard before Avignon TGV. The line changes from the farmland of the Sarthe to the Rhone valley and Provence before reaching Avignon.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

4h 16m

Price from

$108

Departures

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

4h 13m

Price from

$108

Departures

Rating

The train links Le Mans station with Avignon TGV station in about 4 hours 20 minutes on the fastest services, with no airport transfer or security queue. Bus travel between Le Mans and Avignon usually requires a change and takes most of the day or overnight. Flying is rarely faster door to door because Le Mans has no major commercial airport and passengers usually need to reach Paris or Nantes first, then transfer again from Marseille or another southern airport. Rail also has a lower carbon footprint than flying on this domestic route.

Plus, it’s a greener choice, reducing your carbon footprint

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

4h 13m

$108-$195

Bus

Apprx.

12h 30m

$35-$95

Flight

Apprx.

1h 30m

$90-$260

FAQ about the Le Mans - Avignon Route

How do I book Le Mans to Avignon train tickets?

Book Le Mans to Avignon train tickets on Rail Monsters by selecting a date, comparing TGV departures, and choosing Second Class or First Class. Payment is completed online, and most tickets are issued as e-tickets. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and mobile apps for iOS and Android are available for managing bookings.

How long is the train from Le Mans to Avignon?

The fastest Le Mans to Avignon TGV journeys take about 4 hours 20 minutes. Services with a Paris or Lyon connection can take around 5 hours 45 minutes, depending on the transfer and waiting time. The rail distance is about 655 km.

How much is the train from Le Mans to Avignon?

One-way TGV fares from Le Mans to Avignon start from about €45 ($49 USD) for advance Second Class tickets and can reach around €160 ($174 USD) for flexible First Class fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

Does a France rail pass cover Le Mans to Avignon?

Interrail and Eurail passes can be used on TGV INOUI services in France, but a paid seat reservation is required before boarding. Reservation availability can be limited on busy trains. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How fast is the TGV from Le Mans to Avignon?

TGV INOUI trains on this route use French high-speed lines with operating speeds up to 300 km/h (186 mph). Average speed is lower because of station stops, junctions around the Paris region, and any required connection.

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