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Lille to Valence Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Lille to Valence trains use SNCF TGV INOUI services over the LGV Nord, the Paris eastern bypass, the LGV Sud-Est, and the Rhone Valley high-speed line. Direct trains depart from Lille Europe and arrive at Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud, with intermediate calls that may include Marne-la-Vallee Chessy, Lyon Part-Dieu, or Avignon TGV depending on the train. The rail distance is about 706 km, and the fastest direct TGV takes around 3 hours 39 minutes, while slower direct or one-change journeys usually take about 4 hours 15 minutes to 5 hours 30 minutes. There are usually around 4 direct departures per day in one direction, with more options if changing at Lyon Part-Dieu or in the Paris area. One-way TGV fares from Lille to Valence start from about €45 ($49 USD) for advance second-class tickets and can rise to around €150 ($163 USD) for flexible first-class fares close to departure. 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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Lille

Valence

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

07:23

LilleLille-Europe

3h 55m

11:18

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Direct

OUI 12510

from

6910 USD

3h 55m, Direct

07:23

LilleLille-Europe

11:18

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

from

6910 USD

Direct

OUI 12510

07:23

LilleLille-Europe

3h 55m

11:18

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Direct

OUI 9810

from

23840 USD

3h 55m, Direct

07:23

LilleLille-Europe

11:18

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

from

23840 USD

Direct

OUI 9810

Day trains

15:20

LilleLille-Flandres

3h 42m

19:02

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Direct

OUIGO 7845

from

16757 USD

3h 42m, Direct

15:20

LilleLille-Flandres

19:02

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

from

16757 USD

Direct

OUIGO 7845

17:01

LilleLille-Europe

3h 49m

20:50

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Direct

SNCF 9836

from

23840 USD

3h 49m, Direct

17:01

LilleLille-Europe

20:50

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

from

23840 USD

Direct

SNCF 9836

First train

07:23

Last train

17:01

Travel duration

3h 48m

Daily departures

Departure station

Lille

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Valence

Ticket price

$47

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Lille to Valence Route Overview

This route is useful because many direct TGVs avoid central Paris, using the high-speed interconnection around the capital instead of requiring a station transfer. South of Lyon, the train enters the lower Rhone corridor, where Valence TGV is set outside the city on the dedicated high-speed line rather than at the older Valence-Ville station. TGV INOUI seats are reserved by default, so each ticket is tied to a specific train and seat rather than an open boarding system. If your final destination is central Valence, allow extra time for the TER shuttle between Valence TGV and Valence-Ville.

Travel time

3h 48m

Train type

Fastest trip

3h 38m

Longest trip

4h 5m

Lille

Lille is the main rail hub of northern France, with high-speed trains to Paris, Brussels, London, Lyon, and the south. Lille to Valence TGV services normally depart from Lille Europe, the modern through station east of the city center and a short walk from Lille Flandres.

Lille Europe

Lille Flandres

Lille-Europe

Lille-Flandres

3h 48m

Valence

Valence sits on the Rhone between Lyon and Avignon, close to the Drome and Ardeche regions. Long-distance TGV services arrive at Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud, about 10 km northeast of the center, with regional trains linking to Valence-Ville.

Valence TGV

Station

Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Station

Valence Ville

Station

Practical Information for TGV Travelers

TGV INOUI luggage rules apply on Lille to Valence services. Bring only items you can carry and place in the designated storage spaces.

Luggage Allowance

On TGV INOUI, passengers may bring 2 large pieces of luggage with maximum dimensions of 130 x 90 cm each, plus 1 item of hand baggage. Each item must be labelled with the passenger's name.

Storage Facilities

TGV carriages have overhead racks for smaller bags, luggage stacks near carriage entrances, and spaces between some seat backs for medium cases. Keep bags clear of aisles and door areas, especially on busy Lille Europe departures.

Special Items

Folded or dismantled bicycles must travel in a cover, usually up to 130 x 90 cm, unless a dedicated bike space is offered on the selected train. Skis, folded pushchairs, and musical instruments count toward the luggage allowance when carried on board.

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Lille to Valence Map

The Lille to Valence route starts at Lille Europe on the LGV Nord, runs south toward the Paris high-speed interconnection, then continues on the LGV Sud-Est toward Lyon and the Rhone Valley. Some trains call at Marne-la-Vallee Chessy, Lyon Part-Dieu, or Avignon TGV before Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud. The route changes from the flat plains of northern France to the Saone and Rhone corridors south of Lyon.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

The Lille to Valence TGV links northern France with the Rhone Valley without an airport transfer and, on direct services, without crossing Paris by metro or taxi. Long-distance buses between Lille and Valence usually require many hours and often a connection through Paris or Lyon. Flying is rarely direct for this city pair; routes usually involve airports at Lille or Brussels and Lyon, then a surface transfer to Valence. Electric high-speed rail also has a lower carbon impact than most car or air options on this corridor.

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 52m

Price from

$47

Departures

117

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 51m

Price from

$99

Departures

Rating

Train

OUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 41m

Price from

$54

Departures

Rating

Train

TGVOUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

4h 4m

Price from

$54

Departures

Rating

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Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

3h 48m

$47-$211

Bus

Apprx.

12h 0m

$35-$90

Flight

Apprx.

1h 15m

$90-$260

FAQ about the Lille - Valence Route

How much is the train from Lille to Valence?

One-way TGV tickets from Lille to Valence start from about €45 ($49 USD) in Second Class when booked ahead and can reach around €150 ($163 USD) for flexible First Class fares on busy dates. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How fast is the TGV from Lille to Valence?

TGV INOUI trains on this corridor can reach 300 km/h (186 mph) on the LGV sections between northern France, the Paris bypass, Lyon, and the Rhone Valley. Average speed is lower because of station stops, junctions, and the approach to Valence TGV.

Does a Eurail or Interrail pass cover Lille to Valence?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on SNCF TGV INOUI services in France, including Lille to Valence, but a paid seat reservation is required before boarding. Pass-holder places can be limited on busy trains. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How do I book Lille to Valence train tickets?

Book Lille to Valence TGV tickets on Rail Monsters by selecting your travel date, choosing a direct or connecting departure, and paying online. E-tickets are sent by email and can be managed in the Rail Monsters iOS and Android apps. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of departure.

How long is the Lille to Valence train?

The fastest direct Lille to Valence TGV takes about 3 hours 39 minutes from Lille Europe to Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud. Other direct or one-change services usually take about 4 hours 15 minutes to 5 hours 30 minutes, depending on stops and connection time.

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