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Marseille to Valence Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Marseille to Valence trains run north from Marseille Saint-Charles toward the lower Rhone valley, with the fastest TGV INOUI services using the LGV Mediterranee to reach Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud. Key calls on some services include Aix-en-Provence TGV, Avignon TGV, and occasionally Montelimar or other Rhone valley stations on slower trains. The rail distance between Marseille Saint-Charles and Valence TGV is about 219 km. Fast TGV services take about 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes, while slower regional or connecting itineraries to Valence Ville can take around 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours. There are usually around 15 to 20 departures per day in one direction when TGV and regional options are counted. One-way fares from Marseille to Valence start from about €16 ($17 USD) for advance second-class tickets and can rise to around €60 ($65 USD) for flexible or late-booked 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

Marseille

Valence

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

07:31

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

1h 2m

08:33

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Direct

SNCF 5376

from

6918 USD

1h 2m, Direct

07:31

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

08:33

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

from

6918 USD

Direct

SNCF 5376

10:16

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

1h 8m

11:24

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Direct

SNCF 6850

from

7264 USD

1h 8m, Direct

10:16

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

11:24

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

from

7264 USD

Direct

SNCF 6850

Day trains

15:55

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

1h 9m

17:04

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Direct

SNCF 9896

from

5707 USD

1h 9m, Direct

15:55

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

17:04

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

from

5707 USD

Direct

SNCF 9896

Evening trains

18:13

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

1h 7m

19:20

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Direct

OUI 6866

from

3805 USD

1h 7m, Direct

18:13

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

19:20

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

from

3805 USD

Direct

OUI 6866

20:13

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

1h 8m

21:21

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Direct

SNCF 6852

from

2594 USD

1h 8m, Direct

20:13

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

21:21

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

from

2594 USD

Direct

SNCF 6852

First train

07:31

Last train

20:21

Travel duration

1h 8m

Daily departures

Departure station

Marseille

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Valence

Ticket price

$17

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Marseille to Valence Route Overview

This route links the Mediterranean rail hub at Marseille with Valence, where the high-speed station sits outside the city on the LGV Rhone-Alpes and connects onward toward Grenoble, Lyon, Paris, and the Alps. A distinctive feature is the split between Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud, used by the fastest long-distance trains, and Valence Ville, the central station served by regional trains and shuttle connections. TGV INOUI seats are reservation-only, while TER regional services generally use open seating without a specific seat assignment. Check the arrival station carefully if staying in central Valence, as Valence TGV is about 10 km northeast of the city center.

Travel time

1h 8m

Train type

Fastest trip

1h 2m

Longest trip

1h 17m

Marseille

Marseille is France's largest Mediterranean port, with the Vieux-Port and Le Panier district a short metro or taxi ride from the station. Marseille Saint-Charles is the main rail station, set above the city center and served by TGV, Intercites, TER, metro, and airport shuttle links.

Marseille St-Charles

Station

Marseille Blancarde

Station

1h 8m

Valence

Valence sits on the Rhone between Lyon and Avignon, with an old center around Place des Clercs and green space at Parc Jouvet. Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud handles high-speed services outside the city, while Valence Ville is the central station for local and regional trains.

Valence TGV

Station

Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Station

Valence Ville

Station

Practical Information for TGV Travelers

TGV INOUI luggage rules apply on most fast Marseille to Valence departures. Regional trains have fewer formal checks but less dedicated space for large bags.

Luggage Allowance

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

Storage Facilities

TGV Duplex and single-deck TGV sets used from Marseille have overhead racks for smaller bags, luggage stacks near carriage entrances, and some space between seat backs. Large cases should be placed in the end-of-car racks rather than in aisles.

Special Items

Folded or dismantled bicycles may travel as luggage when packed in a cover within the accepted size limits. Fully assembled bicycles require a specific bike space where available. Skis, pushchairs, and musical instruments must be stored without blocking doors or walkways.

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Marseille to Valence Map

The Marseille to Valence route runs north from Marseille Saint-Charles, joining the LGV Mediterranee after the Marseille approaches. Fast trains may call at Aix-en-Provence TGV and Avignon TGV before continuing through the lower Rhone valley to Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud. Slower regional routes follow more of the classic line through towns such as Orange and Montelimar toward Valence Ville. The line passes limestone hills north of Marseille, the Avignon area, and Rhone valley farmland.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 7m

Price from

$17

Departures

108

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 8m

Price from

$26

Departures

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 7m

Price from

$38

Departures

Rating

The Marseille to Valence train links Marseille Saint-Charles with either Valence TGV or Valence Ville without airport transfers. TGV INOUI departures cover the fastest city-to-region timing at about 1 hour, while buses usually take about 3 hours or more depending on stops and traffic around Marseille. Flying is not practical for this short corridor because there are no regular direct city-pair flights and airport access would outweigh any airborne time. Rail also has a lower carbon footprint than car or air travel on the Rhone corridor.

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Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

1h 8m

$17-$96

Bus

Apprx.

3h 15m

$10-$35

Flight

Apprx.

4h 0m

$120-$300

FAQ about the Marseille - Valence Route

How long is the train from Marseille to Valence?

The fastest TGV INOUI services from Marseille Saint-Charles to Valence TGV take about 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes over roughly 219 km. Slower TER or connecting trips to Valence Ville usually take around 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours.

How much is the train from Marseille to Valence?

One-way Marseille to Valence train fares start from about €16 ($17 USD) for advance second-class tickets and can reach around €60 ($65 USD) for flexible or first-class fares on busy departures. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How fast is the TGV from Marseille to Valence?

TGV INOUI trains on the Marseille to Valence route can run at up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on the LGV Mediterranee. Regional trains on the classic Rhone valley line operate at lower speeds and make more intermediate stops.

Does a France rail pass cover Marseille to Valence?

Eurail and Interrail passes can be used on eligible SNCF trains between Marseille and Valence, but TGV INOUI requires a paid seat reservation supplement before boarding. TER regional trains generally do not require a separate seat reservation. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

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