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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Valence to Roanne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Valence to Roanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $36, and a bus costs an average of $40.
Distance: 85 miles (138 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$42 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price | $37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m 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 Roanne:
A train is $0.15 (€0.12) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Valence to Roanne costing on average $42 (€34).
Other travel options to Roanne take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 20m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (2h 10m by train vs 2h 13m by car). Tickets start at around $42 (€34) compared to roughly $37 (€30) 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.
Live departures
Valence to Roanne train times
The table below shows live departures for Valence to Roanne trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:31 AM Valence | 3h12 | 1:43 PM Roanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Valence to Roanne by bus or train
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Why should you book Valence to Roanne trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs TER?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for TER, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) or SNCF | TGV INOUI to find the best option for your trip from Valence to Roanne.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare TER with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Valence to Roanne.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Valence to Roanne
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Trains from Valence to Roanne run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 85 miles (138 km) distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 85 miles (138 km) |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 9:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI from Valence to Roanne trainsTER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Valence and Roanne from $36 (€29). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
SNCF | TGV INOUI
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Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Valence to Roanne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valence to Roanne 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 Roanne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Valence to Roanne
Most Valence to Roanne trains use the Valence Ville to Roanne station pair, with some services arriving at Roanne, Gare Routière. Use this guide to compare Valence and Roanne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Valence station do trains to Roanne leave from?
Getting to Valence Ville from Valence city centre
Valence Ville train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Le Café Victor Hugo, La Table de Jeanne
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Valence Ville. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Valence Ville. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Valence Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Valence Ville: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Valence Ville: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel de France, Ibis Valence Sud, Atrium Hotel.
Getting to Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud from Valence city centre
Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud is 4 km from Valence city centre. Public transport options include:
Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: PAUL, Selecta
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near the restrooms.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:45 - 17:00. Information desks are located in the center of the passenger building.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud: Accessible facilities such as toilets, train platforms, and ramps and additional assistance as needed.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Romans Valence Gare TGV, Hôtel Première Classe Valence Nord, Bed & Breakfast À la Belle Histoire.
Which Roanne station do trains from Valence arrive at?
Getting to Roanne from Roanne city centre
Roanne train station facilities and services
Roanne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Demain Charette, Now Why
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Roanne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Roanne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roanne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Roanne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roanne: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis Styles Roanne Centre Gare, Le Grand Hôtel, Hotel Terminus.
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