- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Dijon
Major fine arts museum inside the Palais des Ducs, known for medieval tombs, painting, sculpture, and one of France’s richest museum collections outside Paris.
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
265 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Valence to Dijon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valence to Dijon will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 2 trains that leave Valence for Dijon on Wed, Jul 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 08 the direct trains cover the 265 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Wed, Jul 08 the slowest trains will take 3 h 40 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Valence to Dijon 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 train which can get you there in 2h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 164 miles (265 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$52 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $91 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Valence to Dijon:
A bus is $24 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Valence to Dijon costing on average $52 (€43).
Other travel options to Dijon take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 49m.
The journey is about 15m faster (2h 42m by train vs 2h 57m by car) and roughly $39 (€32) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($52 (€43) vs $91 (€75)). 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 to Dijon trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:31 AM Valence | 3h40 | 2:11 PM Dijon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:31 AM Valence | 3h40 | 3:11 PM Dijon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Valence to Dijon run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 19:43. The fastest train covers the 164 miles (265 km) distance in 2h 56m.
Distance 164 miles (265 km) |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 5:42 AM |
Last train 7:43 PM |
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Major fine arts museum inside the Palais des Ducs, known for medieval tombs, painting, sculpture, and one of France’s richest museum collections outside Paris.
Museum of Burgundian daily life with reconstructed interiors, costumes, objects, and social history displays in a former monastery.
Elegant house museum featuring French paintings, drawings, and decorative arts in a refined historic mansion near the ducal palace.
Grand semicircular square facing the ducal palace, lively day and night and one of Dijon’s most photogenic urban spaces.
Historic street by Notre-Dame, famous for the owl carving and central to Dijon’s self-guided heritage walk.
Walkable old town with medieval lanes, timbered houses, courtyards, and many of the city’s best-known monuments.
A classic Burgundy stew of beef slowly braised in red wine with onions, mushrooms, and bacon. It is one of the region’s most famous traditional dishes.
Poached eggs served in a rich red wine sauce with mushrooms, onions, and often bacon. This is a signature Burgundian dish strongly associated with Dijon and the wider region.
A traditional Burgundy terrine of ham set in parsleyed jelly, usually served cold as a starter. It is a staple of regional charcuterie.
An established fine dining restaurant offering refined modern cuisine inspired by Burgundy. It is known for elegant service and a polished atmosphere.
A popular established wine bar and restaurant with a strong Burgundy wine list and seasonal French plates. The atmosphere is stylish but relaxed.
A well-known historic restaurant in a landmark half-timbered house near the center. It is popular for traditional Burgundian cuisine in a charming old-world setting.
Moderate by French standards: cafes and casual meals are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Leaving small change or rounding up is appreciated in cafes; 5-10% for very good restaurant service is optional. Round up taxis.
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Gare de Dijon-Ville, Dijon -> Place de la Libération, Dijon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valence to Dijon 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 Dijon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Valence to Dijon trains use the Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud to Dijon station pair. Use this guide to compare Valence and Dijon 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.
Dijon is 1 km from Dijon city centre. Public transport options include:
Dijon 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: L'Epicerie & Cie, Mama Restaurant Dijon
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Dijon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Dijon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dijon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dijon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dijon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Dijon Gare, Hôtel Kyriad Dijon Gare, Hôtel Oceania Le Jura Dijon.
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