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Lyon to Valence Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Lyon to Valence trains run south from Lyon Part-Dieu on the Paris-Lyon-Mediterranee corridor and the Rhone Valley classic line. TGV INOUI and OUIGO services use the high-speed line to Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud, while TER Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes trains usually continue to Valence Ville in the city center. The rail distance is about 93 km to Valence Ville, with some TGV services covering the Lyon Part-Dieu to Valence TGV section in about 34 minutes. TER services normally take about 1 hour 5 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes, depending on stops such as Vienne, Saint-Clair - Les Roches, Le Peage-de-Roussillon, and Tain-l'Hermitage - Tournon. There are usually around 35 to 45 direct departures per day in one direction across TGV and TER services. One-way fares start from about €10 ($11 USD) for the cheapest advance TGV or regional fares and can rise to around €45 ($49 USD) for late-booked flexible TGV 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

Lyon

Valence

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

06:28

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

39m

07:07

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Direct

SNCF 6801

from

58 USD

39m, Direct

06:28

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

07:07

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

from

58 USD

Direct

SNCF 6801

06:36

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

40m

07:16

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Direct

SNCF 6821

from

58 USD

40m, Direct

06:36

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

07:16

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

from

58 USD

Direct

SNCF 6821

Day trains

12:07

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

40m

12:47

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Direct

SNCF 6823

from

58 USD

40m, Direct

12:07

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

12:47

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

from

58 USD

Direct

SNCF 6823

12:07

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

40m

12:47

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Direct

OUI 9812

from

58 USD

40m, Direct

12:07

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

12:47

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

from

58 USD

Direct

OUI 9812

Evening trains

18:10

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

39m

18:49

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Direct

SNCF 6825

from

58 USD

39m, Direct

18:10

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

18:49

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

from

58 USD

Direct

SNCF 6825

18:35

LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV

Secondary station

27m

19:02

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Direct

OUIGO 7845

from

78 USD

27m, Direct

18:35

LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV

Secondary station

19:02

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

from

78 USD

Direct

OUIGO 7845

First train

06:28

Last train

20:40

Travel duration

36m

Daily departures

Departure station

Lyon

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Valence

Ticket price

$26

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Lyon to Valence Route Overview

This short route leaves Lyon's dense rail approaches and follows the Rhone corridor toward the northern edge of Provence. The distinctive choice is station-based: TGV trains normally arrive at Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud, about 10 km northeast of central Valence, while TER trains arrive at Valence Ville, closer to the old town and local buses. TGV tickets are train-specific and usually include a reserved seat, while TER regional trains generally allow travel on the selected date under the fare conditions and do not require seat reservations. Travelers heading to central Valence should check the arrival station before booking, as the fastest train is not always the closest to the city center.

Travel time

36m

Train type

Fastest trip

23m

Longest trip

44m

Lyon

Lyon is France's third-largest city and a major rail junction between Paris, the Alps, Provence, and Switzerland. Most Lyon to Valence trains depart from Lyon Part-Dieu, the main long-distance station east of the Presqu'ile and linked to the metro, tram, and airport tram.

Lyon Part Dieu

Lyon Part-Dieu

Lyon St-Exupéry TGV

Lyon Perrache

36m

Valence

Valence sits on the Rhone between Lyon and Avignon, with a compact center around the old town and Parc Jouvet. Valence Ville station is central, while Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud is an out-of-town high-speed station with regional rail and road links into Valence and Romans-sur-Isere.

Valence TGV

Station

Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Station

Valence Ville

Station

Practical Information for TGV and TER Travelers

Luggage rules differ between high-speed and regional trains, so check the service type when booking Lyon to Valence tickets. TGV rules are stricter than typical TER practice.

Luggage Allowance

On TGV INOUI, passengers may normally bring 2 large pieces up to 130 cm each plus 1 item of hand baggage. OUIGO tickets include a smaller allowance unless extra baggage is added during booking; TER trains generally accept personal luggage that passengers can carry and store themselves.

Storage Facilities

TGV trainsets have overhead racks, luggage stacks near carriage entrances, and spaces between some seat backs. TER trains on the Rhone Valley route have overhead racks and open areas near doors, but large suitcase space is more limited at peak commuter times.

Special Items

Folded bicycles and compact sports equipment can usually travel as luggage if packed and kept within size limits. Full-size bicycles on TER depend on onboard space, while TGV services require the bike to be dismantled in a cover or booked in a designated bicycle space where offered.

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Lyon to Valence Map

The Lyon to Valence route runs south from Lyon Part-Dieu along the Rhone axis. TGV services use the high-speed line toward Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud, bypassing many classic-line towns. TER trains follow the river corridor through stations such as Vienne, Saint-Clair - Les Roches, Le Peage-de-Roussillon, Saint-Vallier-sur-Rhone, and Tain-l'Hermitage - Tournon before Valence Ville. The route passes vineyard slopes near Cote-Rotie and Hermitage, river industry, and low hills west of the Rhone.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Rail is the main public transport option between Lyon and Valence because the distance is short and both cities sit on the same north-south corridor. TGV trains link Lyon Part-Dieu with Valence TGV in about 34 minutes, while TER trains reach central Valence Ville in a little over 1 hour. Buses usually take around 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours and may use stops outside the rail stations. Flying is not a practical city-pair option for this route, as there are no direct commercial flights between Lyon and Valence and airport transfers would exceed the rail travel time.

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

38m

Price from

$26

Departures

306

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

36m

Price from

$16

Departures

224

Rating

Train

TGVOUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

38m

Price from

$38

Departures

Rating

Train

OUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

25m

Price from

$38

Departures

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

29m

Price from

$27

Departures

Rating

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Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

36m

$26-$59

Bus

Apprx.

1h 45m

$8-$25

Flight

Apprx.

4h 0m

$120-$300

FAQ about the Lyon - Valence Route

How much is the train from Lyon to Valence?

One-way Lyon to Valence fares start from about €10 ($11 USD) for the cheapest advance TGV or regional tickets and can rise to around €45 ($49 USD) for late-booked flexible TGV fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How fast is the TGV from Lyon to Valence?

TGV services on the Lyon to Valence high-speed section can run up to 300 km/h (186 mph). TER regional trains use the classic line and run at lower speeds because they call at intermediate stations such as Vienne and Tain-l'Hermitage - Tournon.

Does a Eurail pass cover Lyon to Valence?

Eurail passes are valid on SNCF trains in France, including TER services, but TGV services require a paid seat reservation and places for pass holders can be limited. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for Lyon to Valence trains.

How do I book Lyon to Valence train tickets?

Book Lyon to Valence train tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your travel date, comparing TGV, OUIGO, and TER departures, and selecting the arrival station that matches your plans. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and mobile apps for iOS and Android are available for managing tickets.

How long is the train from Lyon to Valence?

The fastest TGV services take about 34 minutes from Lyon Part-Dieu to Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud. TER trains to Valence Ville usually take about 1 hour 5 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes, depending on the number of Rhone Valley stops.

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