Vie Hachés: Diablines Aix — stop-on-request shuttles (maps A/B/C, fares, pass, accessibility)

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Who this is for & what you’ll get

New to Aix or done with hobbling the cobbles? This guide shows you how to use the Diablines—the little electric shuttles that weave through the old town—where they go, when they run, how to flag them, tickets (cash & contactless), accessibility, and official maps for lines A, B, C. (aixenbus.fr)

What are the Diablines?

Small, fully electric shuttles serving the narrow, semi-pedestrian streets of Aix centre. Capacity ~6–7 riders, low floor for easy access. Perfect for short hops and reduced mobility. (la-diabline.com)

When do they run?

Mon–Sat ~08:30–19:30, every ~10 minutes. No service on public holidays. (aixenbus.fr)

How to ride (yes, they stop on request!)

Inside the historic core, just wave—they’ll stop anywhere along the route. Outside the core, use the marked bus stops. Pro tip: stand where the driver can safely pull in.

Tickets, passes & payment (do they take cash?)

  • Your regular Aix/La Métropole Mobilité pass works on Diablines.

  • Buy on board: Single €1.30 (includes €0.10 reusable ticket), 10-trip €9.10. (aixenbus.fr)

  • Payment: Contactless card/phone now accepted (from Sept 1, 2025). Cash is also accepted on board (bring coins/exact change).

Routes & official maps (A, B, C)

  • A & B depart Rotonde–Mirabeau; C departs Place des Prêcheurs. They cover the pedestrian centre plus Miollis, Mazarin & Sextius, and connect to key car parks (Pasteur, Mignet, Carnot, Prêcheurs, Méjanes, Bellegarde). (Mairie d'Aix-en-Provence)

  • See the current official map & leaflet (Sept 2025 edition) with all three lines A/B/C: download the PDF (includes “stop-on-request” rules).

Accessibility

Low-floor vehicles, short distances, and stop-on-request make Diablines a mobility-friendly option through the old town’s tight streets. (Aix en Provence - Office de Tourisme)

FAQ

Can I transfer from regular buses?
Yes—all Aix/La Métropole Mobilité tickets & passes are valid on Diablines.

Do they run on Sundays/holidays?
No Sunday service; no public holidays. (Aix en Provence - Office de Tourisme)

How often do they come?
About every 10 minutes through the day. (aixenbus.fr)

Where should I stand to flag one?
Inside the centre, any safe spot along the route—make yourself visible; outside, use marked stops.

How much is a single ride?
€1.30 (with €0.10 for the reusable ticket support), or €9.10 for 10 trips. (aixenbus.fr)

Map quick-look

  • A/B start: Rotonde–Mirabeau. C start: Place des Prêcheurs.

  • Official A/B/C map & leaflet (Sept 2025): see above link for the PDF. (Mairie d'Aix-en-Provence)

Internal links (for deeper Aix-ing)

Your turn (practice & share!)

Tried the Diablines? Drop a tip in the comments: best place you flagged, easiest stop for your marché haul, or a mobility win. Practice your French at your level:

  • A1–A2: « Bonjour ! La Diabline s’arrête ici ? » / “Hi! Does the Diabline stop here?”

  • B1: « Je descends juste après la place d’Albertas, merci ! » / “I’m getting off just after Place d’Albertas, thanks!”

  • B2: « Pourriez-vous me déposer au plus près de l’entrée accessible, s’il vous plaît ? »

  • C/C+: « Dans le cœur de ville, l’arrêt à la demande est bien autorisé le long de l’itinéraire, n’est-ce pas ? »

Sources & official info

Timetable, fares, pass validity, contactless & “stop on request” rules come from Aix en Bus and the Sept 2025 official leaflet; city/tourism pages confirm hours & holiday exceptions, plus accessibility details. (aixenbus.fr)

Tags: "Étranger Things", "Vie Hachés", "Aixperiences", "Aujourd’hui"

Location: Aix-en-Provence, France