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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Grenoble to Valenciennes
Cheapest price
$260
Average price
$260
Fastest journey
5 h 48 m
Average duration
8 h 4 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
599 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grenoble to Valenciennes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grenoble to Valenciennes will cost around $260 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $260.
It's difficult to get from Grenoble to Valenciennes without transferring at least 2 times.
12:46 PM5h48Grenoble6:34 PMValenciennes$2601One-way2 transfers- 2:45 PM6h49Grenoble9:34 PMValenciennes$2601One-way2 transfers
- 4:45 PM6h53Grenoble11:38 PMValenciennes$2601One-way2 transfers
- 8:47 PM12h47Grenoble9:34 AMValenciennes$2601One-way2 transfers
- 12:46 PM5h48Grenoble6:34 PMValenciennes$2601One-way2 transfers
- 2:45 PM6h49Grenoble9:34 PMValenciennes$2601One-way2 transfers
- 4:45 PM6h53Grenoble11:38 PMValenciennes$2601One-way2 transfers
- 8:47 PM12h47Grenoble9:34 AMValenciennes$2601One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Grenoble to Valenciennes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grenoble to Valenciennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $86. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $86, and a train costs an average of $260.
Distance: 372 miles (599 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$269 Average price | $86 Average price Cheapest | $147 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 26m Average total duration Fastest 7h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 18m Average total duration 15h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Grenoble to Valenciennes:
A bus is $183 (€150) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grenoble to Valenciennes costing on average $269 (€220).
Other travel options to Valenciennes take longer:
Bus takes on average 15h 48m.
Tickets start at around $269 (€220) compared to roughly $147 (€120) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-121.55 (€-99.48). The journey takes 7h 56m versus 7h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Grenoble to Valenciennes train times
The table below shows live departures for Grenoble to Valenciennes trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:46 PM Grenoble | 5h48 | 6:34 PM Valenciennes | 2 transfers | |
| 2:45 PM Grenoble | 6h49 | 9:34 PM Valenciennes | 2 transfers | |
| 4:45 PM Grenoble | 6h53 | 11:38 PM Valenciennes | 2 transfers | |
| 8:47 PM Grenoble | 12h47 | 9:34 AM Valenciennes | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grenoble to Valenciennes
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Trains from Grenoble to Valenciennes run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $260 (€213) but you can travel from only $86 (€70) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:46, the last at 20:47. The fastest train covers the 372 miles (599 km) distance in 5h 32m.
Distance 372 miles (599 km) |
Average train duration 7h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $260 (€213) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 32m |
First train 6:46 AM |
Last train 8:47 PM |
Train companies: Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI from Grenoble to Valenciennes trainsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Grenoble and Valenciennes from $86 (€70). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Grenoble to Valenciennes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grenoble to Valenciennes by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Valenciennes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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