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Toulouse to Valence Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Toulouse to Valence trains usually depart from Toulouse Matabiau and arrive at Valence TGV, with some itineraries continuing by TER to Valence Ville. The principal long-distance service is TGV INOUI on the Toulouse - Montpellier - Nimes - Valence - Lyon corridor, operated by SNCF Voyageurs. Key intermediate stops can include Carcassonne, Narbonne, Beziers, Montpellier Saint-Roch or Montpellier Sud de France, Nimes, and Avignon TGV. The rail distance is about 477 km, with the fastest direct TGV schedules taking about 4 hours 10 minutes and slower one-change itineraries taking around 5 hours 30 minutes. Standard Second Class and First Class seats are available on TGV INOUI, with TER connections using regional seating. One-way fares from Toulouse to Valence start from about €30 ($32 USD) for advance Second Class fares and can rise to around €120 ($129 USD) for flexible First Class or late-booked tickets. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. There are roughly 5 to 8 usable departures per day in one direction, including direct TGVs and connecting options. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, and July-August travel.

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Toulouse

Valence

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Travel time

Arrival Time

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Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

07:39

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

3h 23m

11:02

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Direct

OUI 6871

from

15575 USD

3h 23m, Direct

07:39

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

11:02

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

from

15575 USD

Direct

OUI 6871

Day trains

15:44

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

3h 25m

19:09

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Direct

OUI 6873

from

6749 USD

3h 25m, Direct

15:44

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

19:09

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

from

6749 USD

Direct

OUI 6873

17:41

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

3h 15m

20:56

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Direct

OUI 6875

from

4327 USD

3h 15m, Direct

17:41

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

20:56

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

from

4327 USD

Direct

OUI 6875

First train

07:39

Last train

17:41

Travel duration

3h 22m

Daily departures

Departure station

Toulouse

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Valence

Ticket price

$29

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Exchange and cancellation conditions on the Toulouse to Valence route depend on the selected SNCF fare. Some TGV INOUI tickets allow changes before departure, while the lowest advance fares are usually more restricted.

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Toulouse to Valence Route Overview

The Toulouse to Valence route links the Garonne basin with the Rhone Valley without going through Paris, using the southern main line through Occitanie before turning north beyond Nimes and Avignon. A distinctive part of the trip is the long Mediterranean-side arc between Narbonne and Montpellier, followed by the approach to the Rhone corridor and the high-speed station at Valence TGV. TGV INOUI seats are reservation-only, so the ticket is tied to a specific train; TER add-ons, when used between Valence TGV and Valence Ville, generally do not require a seat reservation. Valence TGV is outside the historic center, so check whether your ticket ends at Valence TGV or includes the short regional train to Valence Ville.

Travel time

3h 22m

Train type

Fastest trip

3h 15m

Longest trip

3h 35m

Toulouse

Toulouse is the largest city in southwest France, known for Airbus, the Canal du Midi, and red-brick architecture around Capitole. Toulouse Matabiau is the main station, located northeast of the old center beside the Canal du Midi and served by metro, buses, regional trains, Intercites, and TGV services.

Toulouse Matabiau

Station

3h 22m

Valence

Valence sits on the Rhone between Lyon and Avignon and is the main rail access point for the Drome. Long-distance TGV services usually stop at Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud, about 10 km northeast of the center, while Valence Ville serves the central station area near the old town.

Valence TGV

Station

Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Station

Valence Ville

Station

Practical Information for TGV Travelers

TGV INOUI has a defined baggage policy for passengers on Toulouse to Valence services. Keep bags labeled and place them in the racks before departure.

Luggage Allowance

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

Storage Facilities

TGV INOUI trainsets have overhead racks for smaller bags, luggage stacks near carriage entrances, and floor-level spaces between some seat backs. Large suitcases should be placed in the end-of-carriage racks rather than blocking aisles or vestibules.

Special Items

Folded or dismantled bicycles must be carried in a bike cover when treated as luggage. Fully assembled bicycles require a dedicated bicycle space only on services where that option is offered. Skis, musical instruments, and other long items must fit the accepted luggage limits or require prior arrangement.

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Toulouse to Valence Map

The Toulouse to Valence rail route starts at Toulouse Matabiau, follows the classic main line through Carcassonne and Narbonne, then runs east through Beziers and Montpellier. North of Nimes and Avignon, TGV INOUI services use high-speed infrastructure toward Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud. The route passes the Canal du Midi area, Aude valley towns, Mediterranean lagoons near the Languedoc coast, and the lower Rhone corridor before reaching the Valence area.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

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Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 22m

Price from

$29

Departures

Rating

Rail gives the most direct public-transport link between central Toulouse and the Valence rail area, with several daily TGV INOUI and connection options. Long-distance buses between Toulouse and Valence usually require a longer overnight or daytime trip and may use outlying coach stops. Flying is rarely practical for this city pair because Valence has no major commercial airport, so air itineraries normally involve Lyon or Marseille plus ground transport. Train travel also produces lower emissions than flying or driving on this south-to-Rhone corridor.

Plus, it’s a greener choice, reducing your carbon footprint

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

3h 22m

$29-$135

Bus

Apprx.

8h 30m

$25-$70

Flight

Apprx.

4h 30m

$120-$320

FAQ about the Toulouse - Valence Route

How do I book Toulouse to Valence train tickets?

Book Toulouse to Valence train tickets on Rail Monsters by choosing your travel date, departure time, and available class. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and the iOS and Android apps can be used to manage the booking and view ticket details.

How much is the train from Toulouse to Valence?

One-way Toulouse to Valence train fares start from about €30 ($32 USD) for advance Second Class tickets and can reach around €120 ($129 USD) for flexible or late-booked First Class fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How long is the train from Toulouse to Valence?

The fastest direct TGV INOUI schedules take about 4 hours 10 minutes from Toulouse Matabiau to Valence TGV. Slower itineraries with a change at Montpellier, Nimes, Avignon, or Lyon can take around 5 hours 30 minutes, especially when continuing to Valence Ville.

Does a Eurail Pass cover Toulouse to Valence?

A valid Eurail Pass covering France can be used on Toulouse to Valence rail travel, but TGV INOUI trains require a paid seat reservation before boarding. TER regional connections are generally covered without a reservation. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How fast is the Toulouse to Valence TGV?

TGV INOUI trains can run at up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on high-speed sections north of Avignon and toward Valence. The full average speed is lower because the Toulouse to Montpellier part of the route uses classic mainline tracks with intermediate stops.

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