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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
$50
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 23 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
477 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris to Valence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Valence will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 13 buses that leave Paris for Valence on Mon, Jul 13, 5 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 477 km distance in an average of 7 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
On Mon, Jul 13 the slowest buses will take 8 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.
5133 · 5695
FlixBus · FlixBus
94765 · 5867
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
50617
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Valence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $105.
Distance: 296 miles (477 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$39 Average price Cheapest | $93 Average price | $271 Average price | $173 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Valence:
A bus is $53 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Valence costing on average $93 (€76).
A bus is $231 (€190) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Valence costing on average $271 (€223).
Other travel options to Valence take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 39m.
Bus takes on average 7h 20m.
Tickets start at around $39 (€32) compared to roughly $173 (€142) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $133 (€109). The journey takes 7h 20m versus 5h 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
The table below shows live departures for Paris 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 1:10 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 7h20 | 8:30 AM Valence, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 8h40 | 3:20 PM Valence, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 7h30 | 2:30 PM Valence, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
94765 · 5867 | 9:05 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h50 | 5:55 PM Valence, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h00 | 6:00 PM Valence, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 9h05 | 3:20 AM Valence, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h50 | 3:50 AM Valence, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 8h50 | 6:30 AM Valence, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
50617 | 9:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 7h15 | 5:00 AM Valence, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 9h20 | 8:30 AM Valence, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
5133 · 5695 | 11:20 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 9h10 | 8:30 AM Valence, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 9h00 | 8:30 AM Valence, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
4787 · 5695 | 11:55 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h35 | 8:30 AM Valence, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Paris to Valence run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 296 miles (477 km) distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 296 miles (477 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Valence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Valence trip today.
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.
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Valence's best-known city park, with formal gardens, shaded walks, and fine views toward the Rhône Valley.
A central promenade and open square beside the Kiosque Peynet, popular for strolling and city views.
The old town is the most atmospheric area for historic streets, monuments, and slow walking between heritage sites.
A small, shortbread-style biscuit from Valence, traditionally flavored with orange blossom and shaped like a little person. It is one of the city’s best-known specialties.
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Delicate pasta squares filled with Comté, fresh cheese, and parsley. This regional specialty is strongly associated with the Drôme and Isère around Valence.
Legendary Michelin-starred restaurant by Anne-Sophie Pic, known for refined contemporary French cuisine and an elegant luxury setting.
Well-known brasserie in Valence offering classic French dishes, seafood, and regional specialties in a lively, traditional atmosphere.
A stylish central bistro serving polished French cuisine with a modern touch, popular for its terrace and dependable menu.
Moderate by French standards: cafés and casual meals are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated. Round up small taxi fares.
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