How to travel from Montpellier to Valence

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Compare train and bus for Montpellier to Valence

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Valence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, while a train costs an average of $38.

Distance: 104 miles (168 km)

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$38

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$16

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$69

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1h 40m

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1h 10m

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3h 12m

Average total duration

2h 42m

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2h 18m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Montpellier to Valence is a bus with an average price of $16.

This is compared to other travel options from Montpellier to Valence:

A bus is $22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Valence costing on average $38.

The fastest way to travel from Montpellier to Valence is by train with an average journey time of 1h 40m.

Other travel options to Valence take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 12m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Montpellier and Valence including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Montpellier to Valence among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 8m faster (1h 10m by train vs 2h 18m by car) and roughly $31 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($38 vs $69). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Montpellier to Valence

How to get from Montpellier to Valence by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Montpellier to Valence is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:15 AM2h35
    Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France
    11:50 AMValence, Gare Routière
    $101One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:15 AM2h35
    Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France
    11:50 AMValence, Gare Routière
    $101One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12350
    2:51 PM0h59
    Montpellier-Sud-de-France
    3:50 PMValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud
    $671One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • AVE09737
    11:29 AM1h14
    Montpellier-Saint-Roch
    12:43 PMValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud
    $381One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9862
    8:38 AM1h14
    Montpellier-Saint-Roch
    9:52 AMValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud
    $401One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12562
    8:38 AM1h14
    Montpellier-Saint-Roch
    9:52 AMValence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud
    $401One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus3177
    3:45 PM2h40
    Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    6:25 PMValence, Gare Routière
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:00 PM3h25
    Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    4:25 PMValence, Gare Routière
    $131One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50618
    9:00 PM2h40
    Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
    11:40 PMValence, Gare Routière
    $171One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Montpellier to Valence

Travel to Valence 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 Montpellier to Valence.

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There are 2 options to travel between Montpellier and Valence including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Montpellier to Valence is a bus with an average price of $16.

This is compared to other travel options from Montpellier to Valence:

A bus is $22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Valence costing on average $38.

The fastest way to travel from Montpellier to Valence is by train with an average journey time of 1h 40m.

Other travel options to Valence take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 12m.

The distance from Montpellier to Valence is approximately 104 miles (168 km).
The average frequency per day from Montpellier to Valence is:
  • Around 14 trains per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Montpellier to Valence:
  • Trains mostly depart from Montpellier-Saint-Roch and arrive in Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud.
  • Buses mostly depart from Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière and arrive in Valence, Gare Routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Montpellier to Valence, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with AVE, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Valence by train.
  • Travel with Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Valence by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Montpellier to Valence with the following travel companies:
  • 14 direct trains per day with AVE, SNCF | TGV INOUI.
  • 8 direct buses per day with Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Montpellier to Valence often also extend their vacation to go to Barcelona, Paris, Lyon, Madrid, Marseille. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Valence and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Valence to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days are typically sufficient to explore Valence, allowing time to visit key attractions, enjoy local cuisine, and experience the city's atmosphere.
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