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Valence to Paris Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Valence to Paris trains usually depart from Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud and arrive at Paris Gare de Lyon. Direct services run mainly on the LGV Rhone-Alpes and LGV Sud-Est, with some TGV INOUI and OUIGO trains calling at Lyon Saint-Exupery TGV, Avignon TGV, or other Rhone corridor stations depending on the schedule. The rail distance is about 477 km, and the fastest direct TGV takes around 2 hours 11 minutes; slower direct services take about 2 hours 45 minutes. Travelers can choose Standard and First Class on TGV INOUI, while OUIGO uses a low-cost all-Standard format with paid options for some extras. There are roughly 12 to 16 direct departures per day in one direction, with higher frequency around morning and late afternoon travel periods. One-way fares from Valence to Paris start from about €19 ($21 USD) for low-cost advance tickets and can rise to around €130 ($140 USD) for flexible First Class or late-booked TGV INOUI 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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Valence

Paris

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

06:45

ValenceValence TGV

Secondary station

2h 48m

09:33

ParisCharles de Gaulle Airport (CDG, Paris)

Direct

TGV Inoui 5156

from

71 USD

2h 48m, Direct

06:45

ValenceValence TGV

Secondary station

09:33

ParisCharles de Gaulle Airport (CDG, Paris)

from

71 USD

Direct

TGV Inoui 5156

07:05

ValenceValence TGV

Secondary station

2h 13m

09:18

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

Direct

TGV Inoui 6200

from

115 USD

2h 13m, Direct

07:05

ValenceValence TGV

Secondary station

09:18

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

from

115 USD

Direct

TGV Inoui 6200

Day trains

13:13

ValenceValence TGV

Secondary station

2h 49m

16:02

ParisCharles de Gaulle Airport (CDG, Paris)

Direct

TGV Inoui 5158

from

71 USD

2h 49m, Direct

13:13

ValenceValence TGV

Secondary station

16:02

ParisCharles de Gaulle Airport (CDG, Paris)

from

71 USD

Direct

TGV Inoui 5158

13:53

ValenceValence TGV

Secondary station

2h 19m

16:12

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

Direct

TGV Inoui 9708

from

115 USD

2h 19m, Direct

13:53

ValenceValence TGV

Secondary station

16:12

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

from

115 USD

Direct

TGV Inoui 9708

Evening trains

18:05

ValenceValence TGV

Secondary station

2h 13m

20:18

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

Direct

TGV Inoui 6206

from

115 USD

2h 13m, Direct

18:05

ValenceValence TGV

Secondary station

20:18

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

from

115 USD

Direct

TGV Inoui 6206

18:05

ValenceValence TGV

Secondary station

2h 13m

20:18

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

Direct

TGV Inoui 12336

from

115 USD

2h 13m, Direct

18:05

ValenceValence TGV

Secondary station

20:18

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

from

115 USD

Direct

TGV Inoui 12336

First train

06:45

Last train

21:09

Travel duration

2h 23m

Daily departures

Departure station

Valence

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Paris

Ticket price

$37

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Exchange and cancellation rules depend on the selected Valence to Paris fare. TGV INOUI flexible fares usually allow more changes than low-cost OUIGO tickets, which are more restricted.

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Valence to Paris Route Overview

This route links the lower Rhone Valley with Paris using France's high-speed line north of Valence, avoiding the slower classic route through central Lyon for most direct trains. A distinctive part of the trip is the quick change from vineyards and Rhone-side landscapes near Valence to the open plateaus of Burgundy before the final approach into Paris Gare de Lyon. TGV INOUI seats are reservation-only, and OUIGO tickets are tied to a specific train, so passengers should board the booked departure rather than treating the ticket as open travel. Valence TGV station is outside the city center, so allow time for the TER shuttle or local transport from Valence Ville before a Paris-bound train.

Travel time

2h 23m

Train type

Fastest trip

2h 9m

Longest trip

3h 4m

Valence

Valence sits on the Rhone River between Lyon and Avignon, with Roman heritage, canals, and access to the Drome countryside. Most Paris high-speed trains use Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud, a purpose-built station about 10 km northeast of the center and linked to Valence Ville by regional trains.

Valence TGV

Valence TGV Sud Rhône-Alpes, Rue d'Alembert, Parc d'activités de Rovaltain - Valence TGV, Alixan, Valence, Drôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, 26300, France

Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud

Station

Valence Ville

Valence-Ville, 38, Rue Denis Papin, Valence, Drôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, 26000, France

2h 23m

Paris

Paris is France's capital, with major cultural sites including the Louvre, Musee d'Orsay, Notre-Dame area, and Montmartre. Trains from Valence arrive at Paris Gare de Lyon, the main terminal for southeast France, with Metro lines 1 and 14, RER A and D, taxis, and city buses nearby.

Paris Gare de l'Est

Paris-East Station, Place du 11 Novembre 1918, Quartier Saint-Vincent-de-Paul, 10th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75010, France

Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport

Station

Paris Austerlitz

Paris-Austerlitz Station, 85, Quai d'Austerlitz, Quartier de la Salpêtrière, 13th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75013, France

Paris Montparnasse

Paris-Montparnasse Station, Allée de la 2e Division Blindée, Quartier Necker, 15th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75015, France

Paris Gare de Lyon

Paris-Lyon Station, Place Louis Armand, Quartier des Quinze-Vingts, 12th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75012, France

Paris Gare de l’Est

Station

Paris St-Lazare

Paris-Saint Lazarus Station, 13, Rue d'Amsterdam, Quartier de l'Europe, 8th Arrondissement of Paris, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75008, France

Paris Gare du Nord

Paris Gare du Nord, Rue Demarquay, Quartier Saint-Vincent-de-Paul, 10th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75010, France

Paris Bercy Bourgogne-Pays d'Auvergne

Paris-Bercy-Bourgogne-Pays d'Auvergne Station, Rampe d'accès à la gare de Bercy, Quartier de Bercy, 12th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75012, France

Disneyland Paris

Station

Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG, Paris)

Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV (RER), Circuit 2, Tremblay-en-France, Le Raincy, Seine-Saint-Denis, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 95716, France

Paris Bercy Bourg. Pays d'Auv.

Station

Available Ticket Classes

TGV INOUI on the Valence to Paris route offers Second Class and First Class. Second Class has reserved seating, power sockets on many trainsets, and access to the cafe-bar when available; First Class has wider seats, more space, and quieter seating areas. Fare types can include non-flexible, semi-flexible, and flexible options, with the ticket conditions shown before payment. OUIGO services use a single Standard seating class, with optional paid extras such as additional luggage, seat choice, or onboard services depending on the train.

from

$57

2nd Class

from

$68

1st Class

Practical Information for TGV Travelers

French TGV luggage rules are based on what passengers can carry and store themselves, with stricter paid options on some OUIGO services. Label every bag before boarding.

Luggage Allowance

On TGV INOUI, passengers may generally bring 2 large bags with maximum dimensions of 130 x 90 cm each, plus 1 item of hand baggage. OUIGO tickets include a smaller allowance by default, and larger or extra bags may require a paid option selected before travel.

Storage Facilities

TGV Duplex and single-deck trainsets have overhead racks for cabin bags, luggage shelves near the doors, and some space between seat backs. Large suitcases should be placed in end-of-car racks rather than blocking aisles or vestibules.

Special Items

Folding bicycles can travel as luggage when folded and covered. Full-size bicycles, skis, snowboards, and large musical instruments must fit the operator's size rules or be booked with the correct paid option where required.

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Valence to Paris Map

The Valence to Paris route starts at Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud, northeast of Valence city center, then joins the high-speed line through the Rhone-Alpes corridor. Trains run north toward Lyon, often bypassing central Lyon by using high-speed infrastructure, then continue over the LGV Sud-Est through Burgundy toward the Paris region. The approach ends at Paris Gare de Lyon on the Right Bank of the Seine, with onward Metro, RER, and taxi connections.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 24m

Price from

$37

Departures

859

Rating

Train

OUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 11m

Price from

$49

Departures

Rating

The Valence to Paris TGV links Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud with Paris Gare de Lyon in a little over 2 hours on the fastest departures. Intercity buses between Valence and Paris usually take 7 to 9 hours and often use coach stations away from the rail platforms. Flights are not practical for central Valence because the nearest major airports require surface travel to Lyon, Marseille, or Grenoble before check-in and security. Rail also produces lower emissions than flying on this domestic corridor and gives more daily city-center arrivals in Paris.

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.

2h 23m

$37-$204

Bus

Apprx.

8h 0m

$20-$60

Flight

Apprx.

1h 10m

$80-$250

Cities at Both Ends

Valence is a Rhone Valley city known for its old center, canals, and links to the Drome and Ardeche, with high-speed departures from Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud rather than the central Valence Ville station. Paris brings travelers into Gare de Lyon, close to Bastille, the Seine, and Metro line 14 for quick access to Chatelet, Saint-Lazare, and the wider city.

Paris

France's largest rail hub, with high-speed, intercity, regional, overnight, and cross-border services from several terminal stations.

Valence

A Rhone Valley rail hub with TGV access at Valence TGV and regional TER services through Valence Ville.

FAQ about the Valence - Paris Route

How much is the train from Valence to Paris?

One-way Valence to Paris train fares start from about €19 ($21 USD) for the cheapest advance low-cost tickets and can reach around €130 ($140 USD) for late-booked or flexible First Class TGV INOUI fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

Does a Eurail or Interrail Pass cover Valence to Paris?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on TGV INOUI trains between Valence and Paris, but a paid seat reservation is required before boarding. Pass coverage on OUIGO is limited or not available on many services because OUIGO uses a separate low-cost ticket model. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How fast is the TGV from Valence to Paris?

TGV services between Valence and Paris can run up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on the LGV Rhone-Alpes and LGV Sud-Est sections. Average speed is lower because trains slow for station approaches, junctions, and the final entry into Paris.

How long is the train from Valence to Paris?

The fastest direct TGV from Valence TGV Rhone-Alpes Sud to Paris Gare de Lyon takes about 2 hours 11 minutes. Other direct services usually take between 2 hours 20 minutes and 2 hours 45 minutes, depending on the stops and train path.

How do I book Valence to Paris train tickets?

Book Valence to Paris tickets on Rail Monsters by entering the date, selecting a TGV INOUI or OUIGO departure, choosing the available class or fare, and paying online. Tickets are delivered by email for phone display or printing. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and the iOS and Android apps can be used to manage bookings.

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