How do you get to South of France without flying?

How do you get to South of France without flying?

Is it worth going to South of France?

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!

Do you stay in your car on Eurotunnel?

You and your pets stay in your vehicle throughout the journey - sit back and relax, it only takes 35 minutes to cross.

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).

Can you get to South of France on Eurotunnel?

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.

Can you get the Eurostar to South of France?

London to the South of France Although we can't take you there directly for the foreseeable future, you can still get to the South of France by taking a Eurostar train to Paris or Lille and changing on to a connecting TGV InOui train.

What is the cheapest way to travel to the South of France?

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.

What is the easiest way to travel South of France?

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.

How many days is enough in South of France?

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.

Is South of France or Italy cheaper?

However, while budget travelers can find a way to make do in France and luxury seekers will find no shortage of pampering in Italy, generally speaking, Italy is more affordable to travel in than France. That is especially true if you avoid the northernmost regions (and the further south you go, the cheaper it gets).

Can you stay in your car on a ferry to France?

If you are thinking of leaving your car on the ship, you will not be able to, and you must park your car at Dover and cross as a foot passenger. If you take your car on the ferry, you drive on, leave the car, join it again when told at Calais and drive off.

Is Eurotunnel cheaper than ferry?

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.

Can you just turn up at Eurotunnel?

You can pay a lot to just turn up without a booking. There are plenty of crossings (up to 4 per hour) and it runs all night, so it is never fully booked for days on end, though you might have fewer choices of departure time still available when you do book. Guess your arrival time as best you can.