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Train Carcassonne Valence

Book a train ticket Carcassonne - Valence

Train timetable info Carcassonne-Valence

Travel by train from Carcassonne to Valence. 9 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Carcassonne at 8h 24m and the last at 18h 29m, allowing you to cover the 362 km distance in as little as 2h 27m.

Cheap train tickets Carcassonne Valence

How much does a train ticket from Carcassonne to Valence cost?

By booking your train ticket early, you will benefit from advantageous fares. When making your booking, you can adjust the dates and times of your departure to travel at the lowest price. To stay up to date with our best offers, create an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

How long does a journey on a train from Carcassonne to Valence take?

You should allow an average of 3h 22m to travel by train from Carcassonne to Valence.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Carcassonne to Valence?

The fastest train can complete the journey from Carcassonne to Valence in 2h 27m.

How many trains run from Carcassonne to Valence each day?

To travel from Carcassonne to Valence, you can take one of the 9 trains that operate on this route every day.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Carcassonne and Valence?

There is at least one Direct Journey available between Carcassonne and Valence.

What is the distance between Carcassonne and Valence by train?

The total distance between Carcassonne and Valence by train is approximately 362 km.

What time is the first train from Carcassonne to Valence?

If you’re an early riser, you can take the first Carcassonne to Valence train at 8h 24m.

What time is the last train from Carcassonne to Valence?

The last Carcassonne to Valence train leaves the platform at 18h 29m.

To leave Carcassonne, which station(s) can I depart from?

This page presents a list of trains departing from: CARCASSONNE.

At Valence, which station(s) will I arrive at?

This page shows a list of trains with the arrival station of: VALENCE TGV RHONE-ALPES SUD.

Which train companies operate trains from Carcassonne to Valence?

For your journey from Carcassonne to Valence, you can travel with TGV INOUI, TER, TGV INOUI Spain, TGV INOUI Brussels, Intercités.

What services are offered on board?

With INTERCITÉS, travel with your family. Six-seat sections, changing tables, and play areas are available on board so your children can enjoy the journey as much as you do.

On TGV INOUI, enjoy a moment of relaxation and pleasure in a comfortable seat. Attentive and caring, our team looks after your well-being and offers you exclusive services.

If you travel with TGV INOUI Spain, you will enjoy free Wi-Fi to stay connected throughout your journey.

Cyclists are welcome on our TER trains! Travel for free with your bike on most TER services, subject to space availability. Certain bike reservation rules apply in some regions and at specific times or on certain days.

Travel between Carcassonne and Valence with TGV INOUI

The Carcassonne - Valence high-speed train is designed with your comfort in mind. Whether you're travelling solo, as a couple, or with your family, TGV INOUI has several classes and a range of onboard services to make your journey even more enjoyable.

Comfort on board the Carcassonne - Valence TGV INOUI train

Every detail has been thought of on TGV INOUI trains to ensure a comfy trip: adjustable seats, reading lights, folding tables, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi throughout the journey. There are also nursery areas for families with babies, so you can travel with complete peace of mind.

What luggage can I take on board my Carcassonne and Valence TGV INOUI?

You can take two pieces of carry-on luggage (max. 70 x 90 x 50 cm) and one piece of hand luggage (max. 40 x 30 x 15 cm). You can also take a foldable pushchair (max. 90 x 130 cm) which can be stored in a dedicated space.

TGV INOUI: "1st" class

If you travel in 1st class, you can choose your seat (single, side-by-side, facing, or saloon) and settle down in wider seats with headrests and footrests. Each seat has a foldable table, Wi-Fi connection, a power socket, and an individual reading light.

Travelling with your pet

Pets are welcome on board. Small pets can travel for €7 if they are in a pet carrier (45 x 30 x 25 cm). Muzzled dogs on a lead can also travel for €7. Guide dogs can travel free of charge and do not need a ticket.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Carcassonne to Valence?

The price of a Carcassonne – Valence train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Carcassonne to Valence thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Carcassonne to Valence.

Price of a Carcassonne – Valence Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from Carcassonne to Valence, we recommend exploring the many options available on SNCF Connect: SNCF cards and subscriptions (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions), Prem's tickets, (TGV INOUI, INTERCITÉS), & Interrail Pass.
Some discounts only apply when you book a return journey from Carcassonne to Valence with your discount card or subscription.
Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Carcassonne to Valence at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Carcassonne – Valence

Throughout the year, you can find occasional promotions and flash sales on train tickets on the SNCF Connect website and app. The latest deals on SNCF Connect are listed on our Promotions page. Be sure to check this page regularly to stay informed about the latest offers and take advantage of them. In the SNCF Connect app, notifications also keep you up to date as soon as new deals are available.

Last-minute Carcassonne – Valence Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Carcassonne to Valence. For last-minute train tickets from Carcassonne to Valence, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.

Direct train from Carcassonne to Valence and alternative routes

On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Valence on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.

Companies serving Carcassonne - Valence

If you're travelling from Carcassonne to Valence, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

TGV INOUI

With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Carcassonne to Valence on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Carcassonne to Valence: you can access content and services via the TGV INOUI portal. Each carriage has plenty of luggage space, so you can quickly and easily settle down in your seat. Enjoy the buffet car which serves a range of food and drinks. Your tickets can be exchanged or refunded, depending on the conditions, up to 3 days before your departure.

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Classes of rail companies serving Carcassonne - Valence

To travel from Carcassonne to Valence, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

TGV INOUI

Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Carcassonne to Valence and choose from a selection of classes.

2nd Class

  • Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

1st Class

  • Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
  • Quiet zones
  • Choose your seat from the seating plan when booking
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

OPTIMUM (routes to and from Paris) :

  • Flexible tickets: free exchanges and refunds up to 30 minutes after departure
  • Access to the TGV INOUI Grand Voyageur Le Club station lounges
  • Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
  • Quiet zones (carriage at the end of the train to minimise disruptions)
  • Premium dedicated Customer Service
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

All on-board services provided by companies operating Carcassonne - Valence

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Carcassonne to Valence route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

TGV INOUI

  • Hold a ticket

    Book your tickets at a guaranteed price for a limited time. You're free to complete your purchase whenever you've made your decision.

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  • Travel in comfort

    Renovated trainsets, electrical sockets, a bar... You'll enjoy a wonderful journey on board our train.

  • Travel connected

    Free access to wifi and extensive services on the Wifi portal, such as the online order at the Bistro.

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  • Travel in first class

    With rows of 3 seats instead of 4, extra legroom, and wider seat cushions and backrests, First Class is designed for your comfort and peace of mind.

  • Travel with a staff that takes care of you

    At your service, attentive, ... Our team ensures your well-being and offers you exclusive services.

  • Space for your luggage

    In each coach, luggage storage is provided to facilitate your on-board installation. For your bulky baggage, take advantage of the home delivery option.

  • Travel with your bike

    Do not want to bike to your destination? Just click on" more criteria "and select" I'm traveling with my bike "when booking. You can take your bike for only €10!

  • Nursury space for baby's

    Especially designed for people with young children, the nursery area allows you to enjoy a changing table and bottles can be heated by TGV bar car.

  • Travel with your pet

    Book the train ticket at the same time as yours, by clicking on the "more criteria" button then on "Travel with your pet", then select the number of animals and their size.

  • Your office at 300 km/h

    On certain trains, you have free access to a space to work, this space is located between two cars of 2nd class. It allows you to work on a table with an electric socket and to have more space.

  • To travel further

    Before your departure, or once arrived at the platform, our exclusive services allow you to continue your journey to your final destination: My rental Avis, My Driver, My Luggage.

  • A gourmet break?

    We are waiting for you at the Bistro, a redesigned, more user-friendly space, with a menu of dishes prepared by chefs, vegetarian products, organic products and the best of the local producers.

  • New gestures

    Our baristas and cleaners ensure your well-being throughout your trip. For our Business PREMIÈRE customers, press and a drink are offered at the platform.

  • Don't queue at the Bistro

    Log in to the Wifi portal and let yourself be guided to order online. You can then pick them up at the Bistro without queuing.

  • A world of services via the portal

    Make your life easier with connected services on our trains from the Wifi portal: follow your journey, consut the remaining time or access content and games that will make you forget about the time.

Train timetables Carcassonne-Valence Saturday 23 May 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
8h 24m 11h 02m 2h 38m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Carcassonne
    TGV INOUI 6871
  • Narbonne
  • Beziers
  • Sete
  • Montpellier Sud De France
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
9h 22m 13h 03m 3h 41m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Carcassonne
    TER 76215
  • Lezignan-Corbieres
  • Narbonne
  • 15 min
  • Narbonne
    TER 76412
  • Beziers
  • Agde
  • Sete
  • Frontignan
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • 46 min
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TGV INOUI 5158
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
10h 21m 13h 50m 3h 29m TER, TGV INOUI vers l'Espagne
Booking
  • Carcassonne
    TER 86973
  • Lezignan-Corbieres
  • Narbonne
  • 49 min
  • Narbonne
    TGV INOUI vers l'Espagne 9708
  • Beziers
  • Montpellier Sud De France
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
11h 22m 15h 01m 3h 39m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Carcassonne
    TER 76219
  • Lezignan-Corbieres
  • Narbonne
  • 47 min
  • Narbonne
    TGV INOUI 6204
  • Beziers
  • Agde
  • Sete
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
12h 20m 16h 05m 3h 45m TER, TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles
Booking
  • Carcassonne
    TER 86975
  • Lezignan-Corbieres
  • Narbonne
  • 16 min
  • Narbonne
    TER 86966
  • Beziers
  • Agde
  • Sete
  • Frontignan
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • 46 min
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles 9864
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
13h 29m 17h 40m 4h 11m INTERCITES, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Carcassonne
    INTERCITES 4659
  • Narbonne
  • Beziers
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • 1h47
  • Montpellier Sud De France
    TGV INOUI 5358
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
14h 17m 18h 00m 3h 43m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Carcassonne
    TER 86977
  • Lezignan-Corbieres
  • Narbonne
  • 24 min
  • Narbonne
    TER 76420
  • Beziers
  • Agde
  • Sete
  • Frontignan
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • 37 min
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TGV INOUI 6206
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
16h 29m 19h 09m 2h 40m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Carcassonne
    TGV INOUI 6873
  • Narbonne
  • Beziers
  • Sete
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
18h 29m 20h 56m 2h 27m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Carcassonne
    TGV INOUI 6875
  • Narbonne
  • Beziers
  • Sete
  • Montpellier Sud De France
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud