- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Valenciennes
The city’s main fine arts museum, notable for sculpture, painting, and works tied to Watteau and Carpeaux.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tourcoing to Valenciennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, while a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 30 miles (49 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (54m by train vs 57m by car). Tickets start at around $14 (€12) compared to roughly $12 (€10) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Tourcoing to Valenciennes run on average 10 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 49m.
Distance 30 miles (49 km) |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 4:52 AM |
Last train 10:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
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The city’s main fine arts museum, notable for sculpture, painting, and works tied to Watteau and Carpeaux.
Center interpreting UNESCO-listed mining heritage near Valenciennes through exhibitions and guided visits.
Glass museum in nearby Sars-Poteries, valued for contemporary works and strong regional craft identity.
The main central square, lively and historic, surrounded by key civic buildings and ideal for orientation.
Pleasant urban park with lawns, walks, and a bandstand, popular for relaxing close to the city center.
Canal-side marina and promenade area offering an easy walk and a calmer view of the city’s waterways.
A rich northern stew of beef slowly braised in dark beer with onions. It is a signature dish of French Flanders and common in Valenciennes brasseries.
Welsh from the Nord is toast topped with ham, covered in melted cheddar and beer, then baked. It reflects the strong beer culture of the border region.
A savory pie from northern France filled with minced meat, often pork and veal. It is a traditional bakery and market staple in the Valenciennes area.
Refined French restaurant known for careful plating, seasonal menus, and a quieter dining room suited to a special meal.
Popular casual spot for hearty northern dishes, grills, and beer in a friendly brasserie atmosphere close to the city center.
Established brasserie in central Valenciennes serving regional classics, seafood, and French mains in a polished but relaxed setting.
More affordable than Paris or Lille; hotels, dining, and local transit are usually moderate for a small French city.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafes.
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Gare de Valenciennes -> Place d'Armes, Valenciennes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tourcoing 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.

Most Tourcoing to Valenciennes trains use the Tourcoing to Valenciennes, Place de la Gare station pair. Use this guide to compare Tourcoing and Valenciennes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Tourcoing has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Paradoxe, Le Plessy
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Tourcoing. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Tourcoing. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tourcoing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tourcoing: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tourcoing: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Première Classe Lille Nord - Tourcoing, B&B Hotel Lille Tourcoing Centre, Comfort Hotel Garden Lille Tourcoing.
Valenciennes, Place de la Gare is 1 km from Valenciennes city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Valenciennes, Place de la Gare has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Valenciennes, Place de la Gare.
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