How to travel from London to Valenciennes

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Compare train for London to Valenciennes

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Valenciennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of CHF30 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of CHF30, while a flight costs an average of CHF874.

Distance: 178 miles (287 km)

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Ferry
Driving

CHF874

Average price

CHF54

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CHF139

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CHF30

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CHF20

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(fuel + tolls)

8h 32m

Average total duration

6h 32m

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2h 0m

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4h 47m

Average total duration

4h 17m

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30m

Additional time*

12h 52m

Average total duration

12h 22m

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30m

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3h 0m

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Fastest

2h 0m

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1h 0m

Additional time*

4h 37m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.9 - 1.7kg

CO2 emissions

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from London to Valenciennes is a ferry with an average price of CHF30.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Valenciennes:

A ferry is CHF24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Valenciennes costing on average CHF54.

A ferry is CHF109 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Valenciennes costing on average CHF139.

A ferry is CHF844 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Valenciennes costing on average CHF874.

The fastest way to travel from London to Valenciennes is by ferry with an average journey time of 3h 0m.

Other travel options to Valenciennes take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 47m.

Flight takes on average 8h 32m.

Bus takes on average 12h 52m.

Yes, you can take a train between London and Valenciennes.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from London to Valenciennes among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around CHF874 compared to roughly CHF20 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about CHF-853.61. The journey takes 6h 32m versus 4h 37m by car, so you may arrive a little later, but you can relax instead of spending the time behind the wheel.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from London to Valenciennes

How to get from London to Valenciennes by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

ferry

The best way to travel from London to Valenciennes is by taking a ferry because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways
    10:00 PM2h00
    Port of Dover
    1:00 AMPort of Dunkirk
    CHF321One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways
    10:00 PM2h00
    Port of Dover
    1:00 AMPort of Dunkirk
    CHF321One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Brussels AirlinesSN2104
    6:50 AM1h05
    London Heathrow Airport
    8:55 AMBrussels Airport
    CHF991One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Eurostar9046+SNCF | TGV INOUI7195
    6:01 PM4h39
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    11:40 PMValenciennes
    CHF1441One-way
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9014+SNCF | TGV INOUI7189
    9:31 AM11h03
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    9:34 PMValenciennes
    CHF1461One-way
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9044+SNCF | TGV INOUI7195
    5:31 PM5h09
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    11:40 PMValenciennes
    CHF1581One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:59 PM15h01
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    4:00 PMFamars, Station de Tramway Université
    CHF871One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:30 PM15h05
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    12:35 PMFamars, Station de Tramway Université
    CHF981One-way
    1 transfer
  • Brussels AirlinesSN2094
    11:05 AM1h10
    London Heathrow Airport
    1:15 PMBrussels Airport
    CHF991One-way
    0 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA384
    7:40 AM1h10
    London Heathrow Airport
    9:50 AMBrussels Airport
    CHF1171One-way
    0 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA386
    12:05 PM1h15
    London Heathrow Airport
    2:20 PMBrussels Airport
    CHF1381One-way
    0 transfers
  • Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways
    2:00 PM2h00
    Port of Dover
    5:00 PMPort of Dunkirk
    CHF321One-way
    0 transfers
  • Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways
    4:00 PM2h00
    Port of Dover
    7:00 PMPort of Dunkirk
    CHF321One-way
    0 transfers
  • Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways
    8:00 PM2h00
    Port of Dover
    11:00 PMPort of Dunkirk
    CHF321One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from London to Valenciennes

Travel to Valenciennes easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Valenciennes.

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You can travel between London and Valenciennes by train.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Valenciennes is a ferry with an average price of CHF30.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Valenciennes:

A ferry is CHF24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Valenciennes costing on average CHF54.

A ferry is CHF109 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Valenciennes costing on average CHF139.

A ferry is CHF844 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Valenciennes costing on average CHF874.

The fastest way to travel from London to Valenciennes is by ferry with an average journey time of 3h 0m.

Other travel options to Valenciennes take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 47m.

Flight takes on average 8h 32m.

Bus takes on average 12h 52m.

The distance from London to Valenciennes is approximately 178 miles (287 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Valenciennes is:
  • Around 25 trains per day.
  • Around 17 flights per day.
  • Around 9 ferries per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Valenciennes as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Valenciennes:
  • {stationMode_1} mostly depart from Port of Dover and arrive in DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal.
  • {stationMode_2} mostly depart from London St Pancras International (STP) and arrive in {arrivalStation_2}.
  • {stationMode_3} mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • {stationMode_4} mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Famars, Station de Tramway Université.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Valenciennes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Valenciennes by bus.
  • Travel with Eurostar to go to Valenciennes by train.
  • Travel with Norfolk Line to go to Valenciennes by ferry.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Swiss, Helvetic Airways, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Qatar Airways to go to Valenciennes by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from London to Valenciennes with the following travel companies:
  • 9 direct ferries per day with Norfolk Line.
  • 5 direct flights per day with British Airways, Brussels Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from London to Valenciennes often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Lille, Brussels, Paris Gare du Nord, Lille Flandres. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Valenciennes and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Valenciennes to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Valenciennes is ideal to explore its historical sites, museums, and enjoy the local cuisine.

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