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Valence to Lyon Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Valence to Lyon trains run north through the Rhône Valley on both the LGV Rhône-Alpes high-speed line and the classic PLM railway. TGV INOUI services usually depart from Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud and arrive at Lyon Part-Dieu, while TER Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes trains commonly use Valence Ville with arrivals at Lyon Part-Dieu, Lyon Perrache, or both. Key intermediate TER stops can include Tain-l'Hermitage-Tournon, Saint-Vallier-sur-Rhône, Le Péage-de-Roussillon, Vienne, and Lyon Jean Macé. The fastest TGV covers the roughly 92 km route from Valence TGV to Lyon Part-Dieu in about 34 minutes, while TER journeys from Valence Ville usually take about 1 hour 5 minutes to 1 hour 25 minutes. Around 30 to 40 direct trains run on a typical weekday, with Standard and First Class on TGV INOUI and single-class seating on most TER trains. One-way fares start from about €10 ($11 USD) for advance or regional fares and can rise to around €35 ($38 USD) for flexible TGV First Class. 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.

29Jun

Seats

Valence

Lyon

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

06:40

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

43m

07:23

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

Direct

OUI 5156

from

3935 USD

43m, Direct

06:40

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

07:23

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

from

3935 USD

Direct

OUI 5156

07:08

ValenceValence Ville

33m

07:41

LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV

Secondary station

Direct

OUI 6194

from

3855 USD

33m, Direct

07:08

ValenceValence Ville

07:41

LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV

Secondary station

from

3855 USD

Direct

OUI 6194

Day trains

15:13

ValenceValence Ville

40m

15:53

LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV

Secondary station

Direct

OUI 6196

from

5028 USD

40m, Direct

15:13

ValenceValence Ville

15:53

LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV

Secondary station

from

5028 USD

Direct

OUI 6196

15:14

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

39m

15:53

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

Direct

SNCF 5500

from

5988 USD

39m, Direct

15:14

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

15:53

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

from

5988 USD

Direct

SNCF 5500

Evening trains

19:12

ValenceValence Ville

34m

19:46

LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV

Secondary station

Direct

OUI 6198

from

5028 USD

34m, Direct

19:12

ValenceValence Ville

19:46

LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV

Secondary station

from

5028 USD

Direct

OUI 6198

19:12

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

38m

19:50

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

Direct

OUI 6873

from

5988 USD

38m, Direct

19:12

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

19:50

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

from

5988 USD

Direct

OUI 6873

First train

06:40

Last train

21:30

Travel duration

37m

Daily departures

Departure station

Valence

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Lyon

Ticket price

$26

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Exchange and cancellation rules depend on the selected Valence to Lyon fare. TER regional fares are usually less restrictive than discounted TGV fares, while flexible TGV tickets allow changes under the fare conditions shown at booking.

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Valence to Lyon Route Overview

This short Rhône Valley route is unusual because travelers can choose between a fast TGV from the out-of-town Valence TGV station and a slower TER from central Valence Ville. The TGV option is the fastest train from Valence to Lyon, but the TER may be more practical if starting near Valence city center or ending at Lyon Perrache. TER trains follow the river corridor past vineyards around Tain-l'Hermitage and the northern Rhône, while TGV services use the high-speed alignment with fewer close-up town views. TGV tickets are normally train-specific with reserved seats, while TER tickets usually allow more flexibility on regional services for the selected route and date.

Travel time

37m

Train type

Fastest trip

29m

Longest trip

53m

Valence

Valence sits on the east bank of the Rhône in the Drôme department, between Lyon and Avignon. Valence Ville station is close to the city center, while Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud is about 10 km northeast of town and handles most high-speed departures.

Valence TGV

Station

Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Station

Valence Ville

Station

37m

Lyon

Lyon is France's third-largest city and a major rail node for southeastern France. Lyon Part-Dieu is the main business-district station for TGV and TER services, while Lyon Perrache sits closer to the Presqu'île and the Saône-Rhône confluence.

Lyon Part Dieu

Lyon Part-Dieu

Lyon St-Exupéry TGV

Lyon Perrache

Practical Information for TGV and TER Travelers

Valence to Lyon passengers use either SNCF TGV INOUI trainsets or regional TER trains. Luggage must be labeled and kept within the storage areas provided.

Luggage Allowance

On TGV INOUI, passengers may bring 2 large pieces of luggage with a maximum size of 130 cm each, plus 1 hand baggage item. TER services do not have assigned luggage quotas in the same way, but bags must be manageable by the passenger and must not block aisles or doors.

Storage Facilities

TGV INOUI trains have overhead racks, end-of-car racks, and spaces between some seat backs. TER trains on the Valence to Lyon corridor have overhead shelves and open vestibule areas, with limited space at busy peak times into Lyon Part-Dieu.

Special Items

Folded bicycles in a cover, skis, and musical instruments may be carried when they fit the train's luggage spaces. Fully assembled bicycles on TER depend on available bike spaces and peak-hour restrictions; TGV bicycle carriage requires booking a bike space where offered or using a bike cover.

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Valence to Lyon Map

The Valence to Lyon rail route follows the Rhône Valley north toward Lyon. TGV services use Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud and the LGV Rhône-Alpes to Lyon Part-Dieu, covering about 92 km in just over half an hour. TER trains start at Valence Ville and run on the classic line via Tain-l'Hermitage-Tournon, Saint-Vallier-sur-Rhône, Le Péage-de-Roussillon, Vienne, and Lyon Jean Macé before Lyon Part-Dieu or Perrache. The classic route gives views of the Rhône, river towns, and vineyard slopes.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

37m

Price from

$16

Departures

299

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

39m

Price from

$26

Departures

232

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

38m

Price from

$40

Departures

Rating

The Valence to Lyon train links central or near-central rail stations, with the fastest TGV taking about 34 minutes and TER trains taking just over an hour. Buses between the two cities usually take about 1 hour 35 minutes to 2 hours depending on stops and road traffic. Flying is not a practical option for this short Rhône Valley route because airport access and security would take longer than the rail trip. Rail also produces lower emissions than a car or plane on this corridor.

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Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

37m

$26-$52

Bus

Apprx.

1h 45m

$6-$25

Flight

Apprx.

FAQ about the Valence - Lyon Route

How long is the train from Valence to Lyon?

The fastest TGV INOUI from Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud to Lyon Part-Dieu takes about 34 minutes. TER trains from Valence Ville to Lyon Part-Dieu or Lyon Perrache usually take about 1 hour 5 minutes to 1 hour 25 minutes, depending on the stopping pattern.

Does a French rail pass cover Valence to Lyon?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on SNCF trains between Valence and Lyon, but TGV INOUI requires a paid seat reservation before boarding. TER trains are generally covered without a reservation where pass validity applies. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How much is the train from Valence to Lyon?

One-way Valence to Lyon train fares start from about €10 ($11 USD) for advance or regional fares and can rise to around €35 ($38 USD) for flexible TGV First Class. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How fast is the Valence to Lyon TGV?

TGV INOUI services on this corridor can run at up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on the LGV Rhône-Alpes. TER trains on the classic Rhône Valley line run at lower speeds and stop at intermediate towns, so their total travel time is longer.

How do I book Valence to Lyon train tickets?

Book Valence to Lyon train tickets on Rail Monsters by entering the travel date, choosing Valence TGV or Valence Ville, and selecting a TGV INOUI or TER departure. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead and provides iOS and Android apps for managing tickets.

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