The average train between Cologne and Valence takes 9h 34m and the fastest train takes 7h. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Valence. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Cologne and Valence. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 4:43 PM which arrives into Valence at 9:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Paris Nord and take an average of 9h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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17h 3m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Cologne to Valence? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Valence. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Valence station via Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 34m.
Cologne to Valence train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Valence train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud station.
Book your Cologne to Valence train tickets online with Eurostar, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) and TGV inOui.
The distance between Cologne and Valence is 685 km. The road distance is 1,067 km.
You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Valence Ville via Paris Nord, Paris Gare De Lyon, and Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud in around 7h 24m.