- Must visit
Airborne Museum
Nearby military history museum preserving the story of the 1944 Airborne landings with vehicles, artifacts, and immersive exhibits.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Valognes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Valognes will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
On Sun, Nov 01, we found 5 trains from Paris to Valognes, including 5 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 01 the direct trains cover the 287 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 52 m .
On Sun, Nov 01 the slowest trains will take 4 h 33 m 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.

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Trains from Paris to Valognes run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:32, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 178 miles (287 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 178 miles (287 km) |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 12:32 AM |
Last train 9:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Paris to Valognes.
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Valognes trains for today, Saturday, October 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:59 PM Paris | 2h52 | 9:51 PM Valognes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:59 PM Paris | 2h52 | 10:51 PM Valognes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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![]() | 8:29 AM Paris | 4h33 | 1:02 PM Valognes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:58 PM Paris | 2h54 | 5:52 PM Valognes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Nearby military history museum preserving the story of the 1944 Airborne landings with vehicles, artifacts, and immersive exhibits.
Major D-Day museum in nearby Utah Beach, explaining the landings through strong interpretation, original objects, and a dramatic coastal setting.
National museum in nearby Cherbourg featuring the famous deep-sea bathyscaphe and innovative displays on ocean exploration.
Valognes’ central square, lined with civic buildings and shops; a practical base for exploring the old town on foot.
Green public garden in Valognes offering a calm break, seasonal planting, and a softer view of this compact historic town.
Historic promenade route ideal for noticing Valognes’ surviving mansions and the layout of its old aristocratic quarter.
Tripe simmered in cider, calvados, and aromatics for hours. A Normandy classic tied to farmhouse cooking and often found in the Cotentin area.
Mussels cooked with cream, cider, shallots, and herbs. It reflects Normandy's coast and dairy-rich cuisine and is widely enjoyed in local brasseries.
Tender lamb from the salt meadows near the coast, prized for its subtly saline flavor from grazing on maritime pasture.
Refined restaurant in central Valognes known for polished French cuisine with Normandy products in an elegant setting.
Traditional crêperie in Valognes serving galettes, crêpes, and Norman cider in a relaxed, casual atmosphere.
Historic hotel restaurant in Valognes offering classic regional dishes and a formal dining room with traditional character.
Moderate for France. Small-town stays and meals are often cheaper than Paris, while transit options are limited and tourist-season lodging can raise total trip costs.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up; cafes often get small change, not mandatory.
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Gare de Valognes -> Place du Château, Valognes
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Valognes 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 Valognes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris to Valognes trains use the Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to Valognes station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris and Valognes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paris Gare Saint-Lazare is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare Saint-Lazare has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Lazarus, Naked, Burger King, Class'Croute, Fred's, La Croissanterie, Maestro, PAUL, Picto, Starbucks
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.". ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 08:00 - 19:30, Sat: 10:00 - 18:00. Information desks are open daily from 05:00 to 01:15, located on the platform level facing Track 5.
Available at Paris Gare Saint-Lazare: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare Saint-Lazare: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare Saint-Lazare: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Paris Opera, Grand Hotel Du Calvados, Austin's Saint Lazare Hotel.
Paris Gare Montparnasse is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare Montparnasse has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: YO! Sushi, McDonald's, Pierre Herme, La Fabrique à Cookies, Brioche Dorée, Yogurt Factory, IT Trattoria, PeGast, EXKi, Starbucks, & many more
Free public Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are several ATM machines inside the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00. Information desks are information services are available at the SNCF ticket office. Located in Hall 1 on Level 2 near Track 1.
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located in Hall 1 on level 2 close to Track 24.
Available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Elevators, boarding ramps, and escalators. Special assistance for disabled travelers is available at the station, located in Hall 1 on Level 2.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Le Littré, Hôtel Mistral, Royal Saint Germain.
Valognes has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Versailles, Bar Brasserie Tabac la Civette
Ticket office support is available at Valognes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Valognes.
Available at Valognes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Valognes: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Valognes: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de France, Hotel L'Erguillère, Hotel Restaurant L'Agriculture.
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