- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
Paris’s flagship museum with world-famous collections spanning antiquities, sculpture, and painting. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$156
Average price
$182
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
476 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Valence Ville to Paris Gare de Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valence Ville to Paris Gare de Lyon will cost around $182 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $156.
It's difficult to get from Valence Ville to Paris Gare de Lyon without transferring at least once.
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886198Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Valence Ville to Paris Gare de Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $81.
Distance: 295 miles (476 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$99 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $236 Average price | $173 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 19m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Valence Ville to Paris Gare de Lyon:
A bus is $66 (€54) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Valence Ville to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average $99 (€81).
A bus is $203 (€166) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valence Ville to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average $236 (€193).
Other travel options to Paris Gare de Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 40m.
Bus takes on average 6h 49m.
The journey is about 2h 51m faster (2h 40m by train vs 5h 31m by car) and roughly $75 (€61) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($99 (€81) vs $173 (€142)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Valence Ville to Paris Gare de Lyon 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 |
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17564+ 5376 · 6612 | 8:16 AM Valence Ville | 3h52 | 12:08 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
17700+ 6614 | 9:25 AM Valence Ville | 3h35 | 1:00 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
17570+ 6871 · 6616 | 10:16 AM Valence Ville | 3h42 | 1:58 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
886118+ 6618 | 11:31 AM Valence Ville | 3h29 | 3:00 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
886120+ 6620 | 12:31 PM Valence Ville | 3h37 | 4:08 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
17576+ 9708 | 1:14 PM Valence Ville | 2h58 | 4:12 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
886184+ 6622 | 1:31 PM Valence Ville | 3h29 | 5:00 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
17578+ 6204 | 2:11 PM Valence Ville | 3h07 | 5:18 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
17580+ 12350 | 3:15 PM Valence Ville | 2h57 | 6:12 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
17580+ 6258 | 3:15 PM Valence Ville | 2h57 | 6:12 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
17702+ 6626 | 3:25 PM Valence Ville | 3h35 | 7:00 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
96616+ 12182 · 6628 | 4:45 PM Valence Ville | 3h23 | 8:08 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
886188+ 6630 | 5:31 PM Valence Ville | 3h29 | 9:00 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
17592+ 9704 | 7:16 PM Valence Ville | 2h48 | 10:04 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
886198+ 9706 | 8:16 PM Valence Ville | 3h02 | 11:18 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
886198+ 12338 | 8:16 PM Valence Ville | 3h02 | 11:18 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Valence Ville to Paris Gare de Lyon run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 20:07. The fastest train covers the 295 miles (476 km) distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 295 miles (476 km) |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 6:12 AM |
Last train 8:07 PM |
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Discover the best of Paris Gare de Lyon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris Gare de Lyon trip today.
Paris’s flagship museum with world-famous collections spanning antiquities, sculpture, and painting. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Major museum in a former railway station, best known for Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, and Degas.
Landmark modern and contemporary art museum with a bold inside-out design and strong permanent collections.
One of Paris’s most atmospheric districts, known for historic streets, boutiques, galleries, and lively public spaces.
Classic Paris garden with formal lawns, statues, fountains, and a relaxed Left Bank atmosphere.
Elegant planned square with arcades, red-brick mansions, and one of the city’s most pleasant places to stroll or rest.
Classic Parisian onion soup topped with bread and melted cheese, long associated with traditional brasseries and late-night dining in the capital.
A staple of Paris brasseries: grilled steak served with fries, valued for its simplicity and strong connection to everyday French dining culture.
A beloved Paris café sandwich of ham, bread, béchamel, and melted cheese, often eaten as a quick lunch in bistros and cafés.
Historic restaurant inside Gare de Lyon, famed for its ornate Belle Époque dining rooms and classic French cuisine.
Well-known brasserie opposite Gare de Lyon, popular for seafood, Alsatian touches, and dependable service in a lively station-side setting.
Established French restaurant inside the Novotel Paris Gare de Lyon, known for polished modern brasserie cooking in a quieter setting.
Prices around Gare de Lyon are high by French standards, especially for hotels and sit-down dining, though bakeries and chains offer cheaper options.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Locals may round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. Small change for cafés and taxis is appreciated but not expected.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valence Ville to Paris Gare de Lyon 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 Paris Gare de Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Valence Ville to Paris Gare de Lyon trains use the Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud to Paris Gare de Lyon station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare Montparnasse. Use this guide to compare Valence Ville and Paris Gare de Lyon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud is 4 km from Valence city centre. Public transport options include:
Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: PAUL, Selecta
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near the restrooms.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:45 - 17:00. Information desks are located in the center of the passenger building.
Available at Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud: Accessible facilities such as toilets, train platforms, and ramps and additional assistance as needed.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Romans Valence Gare TGV, Hôtel Première Classe Valence Nord, Bed & Breakfast À la Belle Histoire.
Valence Ville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Café Victor Hugo, La Table de Jeanne
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Valence Ville. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Valence Ville. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Valence Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Valence Ville: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Valence Ville: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de France, Ibis Valence Sud, Atrium Hotel.
Valence, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Valence, Gare Routière.
Wi-Fi is available at Valence, Gare Routière. ATMs are available at Valence, Gare Routière.
Available at Valence, Gare Routière: Parking, WC.
Available at Valence, Gare Routière: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Valence, Gare Routière.
Paris Gare de Lyon is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de Lyon 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: Le Train Bleu, La Fabrique Cookies, The Grand Comptoir, Café Pierre Hermé, Paul, Starbucks, Golden Brioche, Mezzo di Pasta, McDonald's, The Prem1er Café, & many more
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in Hall 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Parisianer, Hôtel Locomo, Hôtel Marceau Bastille.
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.
Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: I Love Paris by Guy Martin, Caviar House & Prunier Seafood Bar
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Moxy Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Sheraton Paris Airport Hotel & Conference Centre, Novotel Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
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