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Train Le Mans Valence

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Information about the Le Mans to Valence train

Travel by train from Le Mans to Valence. 11 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Le Mans at 6h 48m and the last at 16h 26m, allowing you to cover the 729 km distance in as little as 4h 07m.

Cheap train tickets from Le Mans to Valence

How much does a train ticket from Le Mans to Valence cost?

Remember to book early to take advantage of the best fares. Save on the cost of your journey by staying flexible with the date and time of your departure. Stay informed of good deals by creating an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

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

The Le Mans to Valence journey lasts approximately 4h 40m.

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

The fastest train can complete the journey from Le Mans to Valence in 4h 07m.

How many trains run from Le Mans to Valence each day?

Each day, 11 trains depart from Le Mans to Valence.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Le Mans and Valence?

You can reach Valence from Le Mans via Connecting train(s).

What is the distance between Le Mans and Valence by train?

The total distance between Le Mans and Valence by train is approximately 729 km.

What time is the first train from Le Mans to Valence?

The first Le Mans to Valence train departs at 6h 48m.

What time is the last train from Le Mans to Valence?

If you want to take your time, you can take the last train at 16h 26m.

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

The trains listed on this page depart from: LE MANS.

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

The trains listed on this page arrive at: VALENCE TGV RHONE-ALPES SUD.

Which train companies operate trains from Le Mans to Valence?

Journeys from Le Mans to Valence are operated by TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels, OUIGO, TGV INOUI Spain, TER.

What services are offered on board?

With OUIGO, travel stress-free with your family, including young children. You can travel for free with a pushchair. Just remember to select the "pushchair" option when purchasing your OUIGO ticket.

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.

Fancy a tasty break on your TGV INOUI Spain? We are waiting for you at the bar, a redesigned, more welcoming space, with a menu featuring dishes by chefs, vegetarian options, organic products, and hidden gems from the best local producers.

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 Le Mans and Valence with TGV INOUI

The Le Mans - 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 Le Mans - 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 Le Mans 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 Le Mans to Valence?

The price of a Le Mans – 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 Le Mans 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 Le Mans to Valence.

Price of a Le Mans – Valence Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from Le Mans 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 Le Mans to Valence with your discount card or subscription.
Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Le Mans to Valence at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Le Mans – Valence

We may offer occasional promotions or flash sales on train tickets from Le Mans to Valence throughout the year. Discover the current SNCF Connect Deals and feel free to subscribe to our newsletter to receive promotional offers. Notifications in the app also let you know as soon as new deals become available on our website.

Last-minute Le Mans – Valence Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Le Mans to Valence. For last-minute train tickets from Le Mans 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 Le Mans 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.

Which companies operate the train from Le Mans to Valence?

If you're travelling from Le Mans 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 Le Mans to Valence on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Le Mans 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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What travel classes are available on the Le Mans to Valence train?

To travel from Le Mans 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 Le Mans 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

What on-board services are available on the Le Mans to Valence train?

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Le Mans 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.

Le Mans to Valence train schedule for Tuesday 25 August 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
6h 48m 11h 07m 4h 19m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Le Mans
    TGV INOUI 8072
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 1h11
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6271
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
8h 34m 12h 45m 4h 11m TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Le Mans
    TGV INOUI 12402 - TGV INOUI 5332
  • Massy Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 40 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6823 - TGV INOUI Brussels 9812
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
8h 48m 12h 55m 4h 07m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Le Mans
    TGV INOUI 8052
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 56 min
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 12339 - TGV INOUI 6229
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
9h 30m 14h 45m 5h 15m TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Le Mans
    TGV INOUI 5482
  • Massy Tgv
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Connection: 1h19
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9826
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
9h 59m 14h 45m 4h 46m OUIGO, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Le Mans
    OUIGO 7624
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 50 min
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6613
  • Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 14 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9826
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
12h 27m 16h 54m 4h 27m TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Spain
Booking
  • Le Mans
    TGV INOUI 8972
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 1h19
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI Spain 9715 - TGV INOUI 12337
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
13h 31m 17h 45m 4h 14m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Le Mans
    TGV INOUI 5336
  • Massy Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 40 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 9879
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
14h 27m 19h 06m 4h 39m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Le Mans
    TGV INOUI 8874
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 1h34
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6277
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
14h 33m 19h 53m 5h 20m OUIGO, TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Le Mans
    OUIGO 4094
  • Chartres
  • Versailles Chantiers
  • Connection: 15 min
  • Versailles Chantiers
    TER 62430
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 51 min
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6225
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
15h 30m 20h 46m 5h 16m TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Le Mans
    TGV INOUI 5480
  • Massy Tgv
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Connection: 1h17
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
    TGV INOUI 12536 - TGV INOUI Brussels 9836
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
16h 26m 21h 05m 4h 39m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Le Mans
    TGV INOUI 8922 - TGV INOUI 12472
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 1h34
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6279
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud