How to travel from Paris to Valenciennes

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Paris to Valenciennes

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Valenciennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 30m. 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 $33, while a flight costs an average of $633.

Distance: 116 miles (187 km)

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$85

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$33

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$633

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$61

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2h 30m

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3h 16m

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2h 46m

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5h 39m

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3h 39m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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0.6 - 1.1kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Valenciennes is a bus with an average price of $33 (€27).

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

A bus is $53 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Valenciennes costing on average $85 (€71).

A bus is $601 (€502) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Valenciennes costing on average $633 (€529).

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Valenciennes is by train with an average journey time of 2h 30m.

Other travel options to Valenciennes take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 16m.

Flight takes on average 5h 39m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Paris and Valenciennes including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Paris to Valenciennes among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 35m sooner (2h 0m by train vs 2h 35m by car). Tickets start at around $85 (€71) compared to roughly $61 (€51) 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.

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from Paris to Valenciennes

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:40 PM2h45
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    6:25 PMFamars, Station de Tramway Université
    $381One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:40 PM2h45
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    6:25 PMFamars, Station de Tramway Université
    $381One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Brussels AirlinesSN3632
    8:30 AM1h00
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    9:30 AMBrussels Airport
    $8351One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI7165
    10:52 AM1h42
    Paris Gare du Nord
    12:34 PMValenciennes
    $501One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187K13 (16455) · P60 (841510)
    1:17 PM2h52
    Paris Gare du Nord
    4:09 PMValenciennes
    $521One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI7569+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187C60 (841225)
    12:24 PM2h31
    Paris Gare du Nord
    2:55 PMValenciennes
    $541One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:55 AM2h40
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    12:35 PMFamars, Station de Tramway Université
    $411One-way
    0 transfers
  • KLMKL1410 · KL1707
    6:40 PM3h35
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    10:15 PMBrussels Airport
    $4801One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceKL2016+KLMKL1707
    4:20 PM5h55
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    10:15 PMBrussels Airport
    $5081One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY8247 · VY8986
    10:30 PM16h00
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    2:30 PMBrussels Airport
    $5681One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Paris 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 Paris to Valenciennes.

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There are 3 options to travel between Paris and Valenciennes including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Valenciennes is a bus with an average price of $33 (€27).

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

A bus is $53 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Valenciennes costing on average $85 (€71).

A bus is $601 (€502) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Valenciennes costing on average $633 (€529).

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Valenciennes is by train with an average journey time of 2h 30m.

Other travel options to Valenciennes take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 16m.

Flight takes on average 5h 39m.

The distance from Paris to Valenciennes is approximately 116 miles (187 km).
The average frequency per day from Paris to Valenciennes is:
  • Around 26 flights per day.
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Paris to Valenciennes:
  • {stationMode_1} mostly depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • {stationMode_2} mostly depart from Paris Gare du Nord and arrive in {arrivalStation_2}.
  • {stationMode_3} mostly depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arrive in Famars, Station de Tramway Université.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Paris to Valenciennes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Eurostar to go to Valenciennes by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Valenciennes by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Global Supply Systems, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa, Air Serbia, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Vueling, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, ITA, British Airways to go to Valenciennes by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Paris to Valenciennes with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 2 direct flights per day with Brussels Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Paris to Valenciennes often also extend their vacation to go to Lille, Brussels, Paris Gare du Nord, Brussels South Charleroi Airport, Dunkirk. 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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