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Musée d'Art et d'Archéologie de Valence
The city's main museum, set in the former episcopal palace, with archaeology, fine arts, and notable Rhône Valley collections in a central historic setting.
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
9 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Briançon to Valence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Briançon to Valence will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 2 buses that leave Briançon for Valence on Mon, Jul 13, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 13 the direct buses cover the 138 km distance in an average of 9 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h .
On Mon, Jul 13 the slowest buses will take 9 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Briançon to Valence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $54.
Distance: 85 miles (138 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $55 Average price | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 46m Average total duration 9h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Briançon to Valence:
A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Briançon to Valence costing on average $55 (€45).
Other travel options to Valence take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 16m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 08:56AM | Duration 13h41 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
The table below shows live departures for Briançon to Valence buses for tomorrow, Monday, July 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:20 PM Briançon | 9h00 | 4:20 AM Valence | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:20 PM Briançon | 9h00 | 5:20 AM Valence | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Briançon to Valence run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 22:20. The fastest bus covers the 85 miles (138 km) distance in 9h 0m.
Distance 85 miles (138 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 0m |
First bus 12:55 AM |
Last bus 10:20 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Briançon to Valence by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Valence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Briançon to Valence buses use the Oulx, Piazza Europa to Valence, Gare Routière station pair. Use this guide to compare Briançon and Valence bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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