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Montpellier to Valence Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Montpellier to Valence trains run north from Montpellier Saint-Roch or Montpellier Sud de France toward Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud, with some regional services using Valence Ville. Direct high-speed services are mainly TGV INOUI on the Mediterranean and Rhone Valley high-speed corridor, while TER options may require more stops through Nimes, Avignon, Orange, Montelimar, and Valence. The rail distance is about 205 km on the direct high-speed route. The fastest TGV INOUI services take about 1 hour 10 minutes, while slower TER or connecting itineraries can take around 2 hours 30 minutes. Around 10 to 15 departures per day are typically available in one direction, with frequency varying by weekday and season. One-way fares between Montpellier and Valence start from about €15 ($16 USD) for advance regional or low TGV fares and can rise to around €65 ($70 USD) for late-booked or more 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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Montpellier
Valence

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Morning trains

05:46
MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch
1h 13m
06:59
ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud
Direct
OUI 6200
from
98 USD
1
1h 13m, Direct
05:46
MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch
06:59
ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud
from
98 USD
1
Direct
06:27
MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch
1h 10m
07:37
ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud
Direct
SNCF 9898
from
80 USD
1
1h 10m, Direct
06:27
MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch
07:37
ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud
from
80 USD
1
Direct

Day trains

12:51
MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France
59m
13:50
ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud
Direct
OUI 12348
from
64 USD
1
59m, Direct
12:51
MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France
13:50
ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud
from
64 USD
1
Direct
12:51
MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France
59m
13:50
ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud
Direct
SNCF 9708
from
87 USD
1
59m, Direct
12:51
MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France
13:50
ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud
from
87 USD
1
Direct

Evening trains

18:00
MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch
1h 9m
19:09
ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud
Direct
OUI 6873
from
70 USD
1
1h 9m, Direct
18:00
MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch
19:09
ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud
from
70 USD
1
Direct
18:50
MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France
59m
19:49
ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud
Direct
OUI 12352
from
87 USD
1
59m, Direct
18:50
MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France
19:49
ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud
from
87 USD
1
Direct
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First train

05:25
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Last train

20:03
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Travel duration

1h 5m
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Daily departures

25
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Montpellier
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Valence
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Ticket price

$26
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Exchange and cancellation conditions depend on the selected fare. TGV INOUI tickets from Montpellier to Valence may offer more flexible conditions on higher fare types, while some low advance fares are more restricted.
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Montpellier to Valence Route Overview

This route links the Languedoc coast area with the middle Rhone Valley, using high-speed sections north of Montpellier and the LGV Mediterranee toward Valence. A distinctive feature is the arrival at Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud, a purpose-built high-speed station outside central Valence with TER links to Valence Ville and Romans-Bourg-de-Peage. TGV INOUI seats are reserved, so the ticket is tied to a specific train, while TER tickets on this corridor are generally non-reserved and used on the selected regional service. For travelers continuing toward Grenoble, Annecy, or Lyon, Valence TGV often works as a rail junction rather than a city-center arrival point.
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Travel time

1h 5m

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Fastest trip

57m

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Longest trip

1h 27m

Montpellier

Montpellier is the main city of Herault, with a historic center around Place de la Comedie and a large student population. Montpellier Saint-Roch is the central station beside the old town, while Montpellier Sud de France serves some TGV departures on the edge of the city with tram and shuttle connections.

Montpellier Saint-Roch

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Montpellier Sud de France

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Montpellier St-Roch

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Valence

Valence sits on the east bank of the Rhone, between Lyon and Avignon, with a compact center around the cathedral and Parc Jouvet. Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud is about 10 km northeast of the center, while Valence Ville is the central station for TER links and local access.

Valence TGV

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Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

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Valence Ville

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Practical Information for TGV INOUI Travelers

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Montpellier to Valence TGV and TER trains allow passengers to carry their own luggage, but bags must be manageable and stored without blocking aisles or doors.
Luggage Allowance
On TGV INOUI, passengers may bring 2 large pieces up to 130 cm each plus 1 item of hand baggage, provided each item can be carried and lifted without staff assistance. TER trains follow similar self-carry rules, with no checked luggage service.
Storage Facilities
TGV INOUI coaches have overhead racks for smaller bags and larger luggage areas near coach entrances or mid-coach shelves. TER trains on the Rhone corridor usually have overhead racks and open spaces near doors, with less room for large suitcases at busy times.
Special Items
Folded bicycles in a cover, skis, and musical instruments can usually travel if they fit the onboard luggage spaces. Fully assembled bicycles require a designated bike space where available and may need a bike reservation on some long-distance services.

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Montpellier to Valence Map

The Montpellier to Valence route runs north from Montpellier Saint-Roch or Montpellier Sud de France through the lower Rhone corridor. TGV services use high-speed infrastructure via the Nimes and Avignon area before reaching Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud. Slower TER routes can pass Nimes, Avignon Centre, Orange, Pierrelatte, and Montelimar before Valence Ville. The line follows flat Languedoc terrain, vineyards, and the Rhone Valley approach to the Drome.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

The train links Montpellier and Valence without airport transfers, and the fastest TGV INOUI services cover the trip in close to 1 hour 10 minutes. Intercity buses between the two cities usually take around 3 to 4 hours and may use stops outside the rail stations. Flying is rarely practical for this city pair because there are no useful direct flights, and routing through another airport makes total travel time much longer than rail. Electric rail travel also produces lower emissions than driving or flying on this short Rhone Valley corridor.

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Travel time

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Departures

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 4m

Price from

$26

Departures

338

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 8m

Price from

$30

Departures

247

Rating

Train

TGVOUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

59m

Price from

$29

Departures

39

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 0m

Price from

$57

Departures

1

Rating

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Train

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1h 5m

$26-$91

Bus

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3h 30m

$10-$35

Flight

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5h 0m

$120-$300

FAQ about the Montpellier - Valence Route

Does Eurail cover Montpellier to Valence?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on eligible SNCF trains between Montpellier and Valence. TGV INOUI requires a paid seat reservation in addition to the pass, while TER services generally do not require a reservation. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How much is the train from Montpellier to Valence?

One-way Montpellier to Valence fares start from about €15 ($16 USD) for advance regional or low TGV fares and can rise to around €65 ($70 USD) for late-booked or more flexible TGV fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How fast is the TGV from Montpellier to Valence?

TGV INOUI trains on this route can run at up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on high-speed sections of the LGV Mediterranee. TER trains use classic lines at lower speeds and make more intermediate stops.

How do I book Montpellier to Valence train tickets?

Book Montpellier to Valence train tickets on Rail Monsters by choosing your date, departure station, and preferred TGV INOUI or TER service. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and mobile apps for iOS and Android are available for managing tickets and schedule updates.

How long is the train from Montpellier to Valence?

The fastest TGV INOUI trains from Montpellier to Valence TGV take about 1 hour 10 minutes. Slower TER or connecting journeys can take around 2 hours 30 minutes, especially when traveling through Nimes, Avignon, Orange, and Montelimar.
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