What is the cheapest way to get from Lyon to Valence?

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Valence is to rideshare which costs €6 and takes 1h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lyon to Valence?

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Valence is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs €17 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Valence?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station station and arriving at Valence - Central Bus Station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Valence?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lyon Jean Mace and arriving at Valence Ville. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Lyon to Valence?

The distance between Lyon and Valence is 105 km. The road distance is 101.5 km.

How do I travel from Lyon to Valence without a car?

The best way to get from Lyon to Valence without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs €17 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Lyon to Valence?

The train from Lyon Jean Mace to Valence Ville takes 1h 6m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Valence bus from?

Lyon to Valence bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Valence train from?

Lyon to Valence train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Lyon Jean Mace station.

Train or bus from Lyon to Valence?

The best way to get from Lyon to Valence is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs €17 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €7 - €15 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Lyon to Valence bus arrive?

Lyon to Valence bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Valence - Central Bus Station.

Where does the Lyon to Valence train arrive?

Lyon to Valence train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Valence Ville station.

Can I drive from Lyon to Valence?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Valence is 101 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Lyon to Valence.

How do I get a train ticket from Lyon to Valence?

Book your Lyon to Valence train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lyon to Valence?

Book your Lyon to Valence bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Valence?

There are 938+ hotels available in Valence.

Can I share a ride from Lyon to Valence?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Lyon and Valence. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 4 ways to get from Lyon to Valence by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Jean Mace to Valence Villetrain Ter
1h 6m
€17–55
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Lyon to Guilherand-Grangesrideshare 104 km
1h 29m
€6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to Valence - Central Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
1h 20m
€7–15
Drive 101.5 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Valencecar 101.5 km
1h 10m
€16–23

Lyon to Valence by train

154Weekly Trains

1h 6mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 104.8 km
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Valence, France?

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Lyon Jean Mace to Valence Ville hourly. Tickets cost €17–35 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Zou! Lignes Express Régionales also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to Valence - Central Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €8–15 and the journey takes 1h 20m. FlixBus also services this route 3 times a day.

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