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Valence to Montpellier Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Valence to Montpellier trains include TGV INOUI high-speed services and TER regional trains operated by SNCF. TGV services usually depart from Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud and arrive at Montpellier Saint-Roch or Montpellier Sud de France, with common stops including Avignon TGV and Nimes Pont du Gard or Nimes Centre depending on the train. TER services generally use Valence Ville and run through the Rhone Valley toward Avignon, Nimes, and Montpellier Saint-Roch. The rail distance is about 193 km, with the fastest direct TGV taking about 1 hour 10 minutes and slower TER or connecting trips taking around 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours. One-way fares from Valence to Montpellier start from about €16 ($17 USD) for advance TGV or regional fares and can rise to around €65 ($70 USD) for later-booked flexible tickets. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. There are roughly 12 to 18 departures per day in one direction when direct TGV and TER options are combined, and Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, and July-August travel.

27Jun

Seats

Valence

Montpellier

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

07:20

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

1h 15m

08:35

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

Direct

SNCF 6821

from

4530 USD

1h 15m, Direct

07:20

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

08:35

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

from

4530 USD

Direct

SNCF 6821

08:59

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

1h 12m

10:11

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

Direct

SNCF 9711

from

6850 USD

1h 12m, Direct

08:59

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

10:11

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

from

6850 USD

Direct

SNCF 9711

Day trains

12:52

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

1h 11m

14:03

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

Direct

OUI 9812

from

4866 USD

1h 11m, Direct

12:52

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

14:03

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

from

4866 USD

Direct

OUI 9812

13:00

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

1h 12m

14:12

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

Direct

OUI 12339

from

5537 USD

1h 12m, Direct

13:00

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

14:12

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

from

5537 USD

Direct

OUI 12339

Evening trains

18:52

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

1h 10m

20:02

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

Direct

SNCF 6825

from

4866 USD

1h 10m, Direct

18:52

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

20:02

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

from

4866 USD

Direct

SNCF 6825

19:15

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

57m

20:12

MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France

Direct

SNCF 6277

from

5705 USD

57m, Direct

19:15

ValenceValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

20:12

MontpellierMontpellier Sud de France

from

5705 USD

Direct

SNCF 6277

First train

07:19

Last train

22:05

Travel duration

1h 7m

Daily departures

Departure station

Valence

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Montpellier

Ticket price

$30

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Valence to Montpellier Route Overview

The Valence to Montpellier route follows the lower Rhone Valley before turning across the Gard and Herault toward the Mediterranean plain. One distinctive feature is the choice between two Valence stations: Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud for high-speed trains on the LGV Mediterranee and Valence Ville for TER trains closer to the city center. TGV INOUI seats are reservation-only, while TER services normally use open seating without a compulsory seat reservation. Some trains arrive at Montpellier Saint-Roch in the city center, while others use Montpellier Sud de France, which requires a tram, shuttle, taxi, or local transfer to reach central Montpellier.

Travel time

1h 7m

Train type

Fastest trip

57m

Longest trip

1h 30m

Valence

Valence sits on the Rhone between Lyon and Avignon and is often used as a rail base for the Drome and Ardeche. Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud is outside the city on the high-speed line, while Valence Ville is the central station on the classic Rhone corridor.

Valence TGV

Station

Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Station

Valence Ville

Station

1h 7m

Montpellier

Montpellier is a university city near the Mediterranean coast with a compact historic center around the Ecusson and Place de la Comedie. Montpellier Saint-Roch is the central station, while Montpellier Sud de France is on the edge of the city and is mainly used by high-speed services.

Montpellier Saint-Roch

Station

Montpellier Sud de France

Station

Montpellier St-Roch

Station

Practical Information for TGV and TER Travelers

French TGV and TER trains on the Valence to Montpellier route allow passengers to bring luggage on board, but bags must be manageable without staff assistance.

Luggage Allowance

On TGV INOUI, passengers may bring 2 large pieces of luggage with maximum dimensions of 130 x 90 cm each and 1 item of hand baggage. TER luggage is not usually checked, but items must fit in train storage areas and remain under passenger control.

Storage Facilities

TGV INOUI trainsets have overhead racks, luggage stacks near carriage entrances, and spaces between some seat backs. TER trains on the Rhone Valley corridor have overhead racks and limited floor-level luggage areas near doors.

Special Items

Folded bicycles in a cover, compact sports gear, and musical instruments can usually travel as luggage if they fit the size limits. Non-folded bicycles require a dedicated bike space where available and may not be accepted on every TGV service.

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Valence to Montpellier Map

The Valence to Montpellier rail route runs south from Valence through the Rhone Valley toward Avignon and Nimes, then west across the Languedoc plain to Montpellier. TGV services use Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud and sections of the LGV Mediterranee, with stops such as Avignon TGV and Nimes Pont du Gard on some departures. TER trains use the classic line from Valence Ville via Orange, Avignon Centre, Nimes Centre, and Lunel before Montpellier Saint-Roch.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

The train links Valence and Montpellier without airport transfers, and the fastest TGV takes about 1 hour 10 minutes between high-speed stations. Long-distance buses usually take around 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours 30 minutes depending on stops and road traffic around Avignon, Nimes, and Montpellier. There are no practical direct flights for this short corridor, and flying via another city would take much longer door to door. Rail is also the lower-carbon choice for this route compared with car or air travel.

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 7m

Price from

$30

Departures

446

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 12m

Price from

$31

Departures

161

Rating

Train

TGVOUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 0m

Price from

$31

Departures

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

58m

Price from

$31

Departures

Rating

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Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

1h 7m

$30-$65

Bus

Apprx.

4h 0m

$10-$35

Flight

Apprx.

4h 30m

$120-$300

FAQ about the Valence - Montpellier Route

How do I book Valence to Montpellier train tickets?

Book Valence to Montpellier train tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your travel date, choosing TGV INOUI or TER, and selecting the fare and class that match your plans. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and the iOS and Android apps can be used to manage tickets.

How much is the train from Valence to Montpellier?

One-way fares from Valence to Montpellier start from about €16 ($17 USD) for advance TGV or regional fares and can rise to around €65 ($70 USD) for flexible or late-booked tickets. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How long is the train from Valence to Montpellier?

The fastest direct TGV INOUI trains take about 1 hour 10 minutes between Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud and Montpellier. TER services from Valence Ville to Montpellier Saint-Roch are slower, commonly taking around 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours depending on stops and connections.

Does a France or Eurail pass cover Valence to Montpellier?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on SNCF trains in France, including Valence to Montpellier, but TGV INOUI requires a paid seat reservation and passholder places can be limited. TER trains are generally covered without a compulsory reservation. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How fast is the Valence to Montpellier TGV?

TGV INOUI services on this corridor can reach up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on high-speed sections of the LGV Mediterranee. TER trains run on the classic line at lower speeds and stop more often through the Rhone Valley and Languedoc.

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