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Valence to Marseille Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Valence to Marseille trains run south through the Rhone valley, with direct high-speed services using Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud and Marseille Saint-Charles. TGV INOUI trains cover the roughly 210 km route in about 1 hour 1 minute on the fastest departures, with some direct services taking around 1 hour 20 minutes depending on stops. TER regional trains from Valence Ville usually run via Montelimar, Orange, Avignon Centre, Arles, and Miramas, taking about 2 hours 35 minutes to 3 hours 10 minutes. Travelers can expect around 15 to 25 departures per day in one direction when direct TGV and TER services are counted together. One-way fares start from about €16 ($17 USD) for the cheapest advance or regional tickets and can rise to around €70 ($76 USD) for flexible TGV fares close to departure. 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 to the Mediterranean coast.

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Valence

Marseille

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

07:10

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

1h 12m

08:22

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

Direct

SNCF 6801

from

5188 USD

1h 12m, Direct

07:10

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

08:22

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

from

5188 USD

Direct

SNCF 6801

08:51

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

1h 13m

10:04

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

Direct

SNCF 6805

from

7264 USD

1h 13m, Direct

08:51

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

10:04

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

from

7264 USD

Direct

SNCF 6805

Day trains

13:53

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

1h 12m

15:05

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

Direct

SNCF 9877

from

8128 USD

1h 12m, Direct

13:53

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

15:05

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

from

8128 USD

Direct

SNCF 9877

Evening trains

19:05

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

1h 17m

20:22

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

Direct

OUIGO 7845

from

7437 USD

1h 17m, Direct

19:05

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

20:22

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

from

7437 USD

Direct

OUIGO 7845

21:20

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

1h 4m

22:24

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

Direct

OUI 5316

from

4497 USD

1h 4m, Direct

21:20

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

22:24

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

from

4497 USD

Direct

OUI 5316

First train

07:05

Last train

21:23

Travel duration

1h 9m

Daily departures

Departure station

Valence

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Marseille

Ticket price

$26

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Valence to Marseille Route Overview

This route follows the natural north-south rail corridor of the lower Rhone before turning toward the Mediterranean basin around Avignon and Aix-en-Provence. The distinctive feature is the split between Valence TGV, a purpose-built high-speed station outside the city, and Valence Ville, the central station used by regional trains. TGV INOUI services normally require a seat reservation, while TER tickets are generally valid without a reserved seat on the selected regional train type. The arrival into Marseille Saint-Charles ends on the hill above the city, with views toward the port districts from the station approach in clear weather.

Travel time

1h 9m

Train type

Fastest trip

1h 1m

Longest trip

1h 21m

Valence

Valence sits on the Rhone between Lyon and Avignon and is often used as a rail access point for the Drome and Ardeche. Long-distance high-speed trains use Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud, about 10 km from the center, while TER services also depart from Valence Ville in the city center.

Valence TGV

Station

Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Station

Valence Ville

Station

1h 9m

Marseille

Marseille is France's largest Mediterranean port, with the Vieux-Port, Le Panier, La Joliette, and the Calanques within reach by metro, tram, bus, or local train. Marseille Saint-Charles is the main station, located above the city center with metro lines M1 and M2 directly below the concourse.

Marseille St-Charles

Station

Marseille Blancarde

Station

Practical Information for TGV and TER Travelers

Valence to Marseille trains use French TGV INOUI and TER rolling stock, so luggage must be carried on board by the passenger and placed in the train's storage areas.

Luggage Allowance

On TGV INOUI, passengers may bring 2 large pieces of luggage with maximum dimensions of 130 x 90 cm each, plus 1 hand baggage item. TER services do not normally weigh bags, but luggage must fit safely in racks or designated areas and be handled by the passenger.

Storage Facilities

TGV INOUI trains have overhead racks for smaller bags and larger racks near car entrances or mid-car areas. TER trains on the Rhone valley route have overhead shelves and limited floor-level spaces near doors, so large suitcases are easier to manage outside peak commuter times.

Special Items

Folded bicycles and scooters must be packed and kept within luggage limits on TGV INOUI. Fully assembled bicycles require a booked bike space only where the train offers one. Musical instruments and sports equipment must be packed and stowed without blocking aisles or doors.

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Valence to Marseille Map

The high-speed route runs from Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud onto the LGV Mediterranee toward Avignon TGV and Aix-en-Provence TGV before descending into Marseille Saint-Charles. Regional trains from Valence Ville use the classic Rhone valley line through Montelimar, Orange, Avignon Centre, Arles, and Miramas. The route passes vineyards, river flats, limestone hills, and industrial rail yards on the approach to Marseille.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 4m

Price from

$26

Departures

112

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 12m

Price from

$30

Departures

Rating

Train

OUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 18m

Price from

$38

Departures

Rating

The train links the Valence area with Marseille Saint-Charles without using airports at either end. Direct TGV services are the fastest public transport option on this corridor, while TER trains give access to intermediate Rhone valley towns. Buses between Valence and Marseille usually take much longer because they follow motorway traffic around Avignon, Aix-en-Provence, and Marseille. Rail also has a lower carbon footprint than flying on a short domestic route where airport access would dominate total travel time.

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Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

1h 9m

$26-$63

Bus

Apprx.

4h 0m

$12-$40

Flight

Apprx.

FAQ about the Valence - Marseille Route

How long is the train from Valence to Marseille?

The fastest direct TGV INOUI trains from Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud to Marseille Saint-Charles take about 1 hour 1 minute. Direct TER trains from Valence Ville are slower, usually taking about 2 hours 35 minutes to 3 hours 10 minutes because they serve Rhone valley towns and Avignon Centre.

How fast is the TGV from Valence to Marseille?

TGV INOUI services on the Valence to Marseille route can run at up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on the LGV Mediterranee. TER trains use the classic line and run at lower speeds with more station stops.

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Book Valence to Marseille tickets on Rail Monsters by selecting your date, departure station, train time, and available class. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead and offers mobile apps for iOS and Android for managing tickets and trip details.

How much is the train from Valence to Marseille?

One-way Valence to Marseille train fares start from about €16 ($17 USD) for the cheapest advance or regional tickets and can rise to around €70 ($76 USD) for flexible TGV fares close to departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

Does a France or Eurail pass cover Valence to Marseille?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on SNCF trains on this route, but TGV INOUI requires a paid seat reservation before boarding. TER trains generally do not require a reservation. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for Valence to Marseille trains.

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