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Valence to Lyon train

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Train timetable info Valence-Lyon

Travel by train from Valence to Lyon. 28 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Valence at 7h 01m and the last at 21h 27m, allowing you to cover the 103 km distance in as little as 0h 38m. Tickets are available from 14€ (1).

Best prices Valence-Lyon

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Monday 18 May
Tuesday 19
Wednesday 20
Thursday 21
Friday 22
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22 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Sunday 24 May
22 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Monday 25
23 € (1) TER
TER
Tuesday 26
22 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Wednesday 27
18 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Thursday 28
17 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Friday 29
15 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Saturday 30
22 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Sunday 31
23 € (1) TER
TER
Monday 1st June June
22 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Tuesday 2
17 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Wednesday 3
15 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Thursday 4
14 € (1) TGV INOUI
The cheapest
TGV INOUI
Friday 5
14 € (1) TGV INOUI
The cheapest
TGV INOUI
Saturday 6
18 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Sunday 7
22 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Monday 8
22 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Tuesday 9
17 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Wednesday 10
15 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Thursday 11
18 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Friday 12
15 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Saturday 13
22 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Sunday 14
23 € (1) TER
TER

Terms and conditions

(1) Fares include VAT, for one person, one way, 2nd class, on a selection of trains and dates and subject to availability. Offers subject to conditions of exchange and refund from the carriers concerned, to be consulted when ordering. Payment must be made online. Offers cannot be combined with other SNCF promotions.

Cheap train tickets Valence Lyon

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

To take advantage of the best fares, plan ahead and purchase your train ticket early. If you are flexible with the time and date of your journey, you can get tickets at the lowest prices. To be notified of the best offers, you can create an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

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

The Valence to Lyon journey lasts 1h 01m on average.

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

The journey from Valence to Lyon on the fastest train takes 0h 38m.

How many trains run from Valence to Lyon each day?

You can choose from 28 trains per day to travel from Valence to Lyon.

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

Between Valence and Lyon, the service may be a Direct Journey.

What is the distance between Valence and Lyon by train?

The train journey between Valence and Lyon, covers around 103 km.

What time is the first train from Valence to Lyon?

Looking for an early start? Take the Valence to Lyon train at 7h 01m.

What time is the last train from Valence to Lyon?

If you prefer to arrive later, you can take the last train departing Valence at 21h 27m.

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

This page lists trains departing from: VALENCE VILLE, VALENCE TGV RHONE-ALPES SUD.

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

The trains shown on this page arrive at: LYON JEAN MACE, LYON PART DIEU.

Which train companies operate trains from Valence to Lyon?

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

What services are offered on board?

If you travel on TGV INOUI, treat yourself to first class. With rows of 3 seats instead of 4, much more legroom, and wider seat and backrest, the first-class seat on your TGV INOUI journey has been designed for your comfort and peace of mind.

Save time with SNCF Connect and buy your TER tickets in just a few clicks on our website or app.

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

The price of a Valence – Lyon 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 Valence to Lyon 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 Valence to Lyon.

Price of a Valence – Lyon Train Ticket

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

Promotional Fare for Valence – Lyon

We may offer occasional promotions or flash sales on train tickets from Valence to Lyon 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 Valence – Lyon Train

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

On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Lyon 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 Valence - Lyon

If you're travelling from Valence to Lyon, 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 Valence to Lyon on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Valence to Lyon: 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 Valence - Lyon

To travel from Valence to Lyon, 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 Valence to Lyon 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 Valence - Lyon

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Valence to Lyon 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 Valence-Lyon Sunday 24 May 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
7h 01m 8h 12m 1h 11m TER
Booking
  • Valence Ville
    TER 86174
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Lyon Jean Mace
7h 43m 8h 24m 0h 41m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 9898
  • Lyon Part Dieu
9h 25m 10h 49m 1h 24m TER
Booking
  • Valence Ville
    TER 17700
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Lyon Part Dieu
9h 55m 10h 45m 0h 50m TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles 9862 - TGV INOUI 12562
  • Lyon Part Dieu
11h 07m 11h 48m 0h 41m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 6871
  • Lyon Part Dieu
11h 21m 12h 40m 1h 19m TER
Booking
  • Valence Ville
    TER 86118
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Lyon Part Dieu
12h 26m 13h 48m 1h 22m TER
Booking
  • Valence Ville
    TER 86120
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Lyon Part Dieu
13h 14m 13h 53m 0h 39m TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles
Booking
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles 9866
  • Lyon Part Dieu
13h 35m 14h 52m 1h 17m TER
Booking
  • Valence Ville
    TER 86184
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Lyon Part Dieu
14h 43m 15h 23m 0h 40m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 6864
  • Lyon Part Dieu
15h 08m 16h 19m 1h 11m TER
Booking
  • Valence Ville
    TER 86126
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Lyon Jean Mace
15h 14m 15h 53m 0h 39m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 12184 - TGV INOUI 5500
  • Lyon Part Dieu
15h 20m 16h 40m 1h 20m TER
Booking
  • Valence Ville
    TER 17702
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Lyon Part Dieu
16h 10m 16h 49m 0h 39m TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles
Booking
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles 9864
  • Lyon Part Dieu
17h 03m 18h 14m 1h 11m TER
Booking
  • Valence Ville
    TER 86130
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Lyon Jean Mace
17h 07m 17h 51m 0h 44m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 9896
  • Lyon Part Dieu
17h 26m 18h 40m 1h 14m TER
Booking
  • Valence Ville
    TER 86188
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Lyon Part Dieu
17h 43m 18h 24m 0h 41m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 5358
  • Lyon Part Dieu
18h 05m 19h 16m 1h 11m TER
Booking
  • Valence Ville
    TER 86134
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Lyon Jean Mace
18h 45m 20h 06m 1h 21m TER
Booking
  • Valence Ville
    TER 86190
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Lyon Part Dieu
18h 59m 20h 23m 1h 24m TER
Booking
  • Valence Ville
    TER 86194
  • Lyon Part Dieu
19h 07m 20h 24m 1h 17m TER
Booking
  • Valence Ville
    TER 86136
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Lyon Jean Mace
19h 12m 19h 50m 0h 38m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 6873
  • Lyon Part Dieu
19h 22m 20h 02m 0h 40m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 6866
  • Lyon Part Dieu
19h 23m 20h 40m 1h 17m TER
Booking
  • Valence Ville
    TER 17704
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Lyon Part Dieu
20h 43m 22h 06m 1h 23m TER
Booking
  • Valence Ville
    TER 86192
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Lyon Part Dieu
21h 19m 22h 01m 0h 42m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 6875 - TGV INOUI 12364
  • Lyon Part Dieu
21h 27m 22h 08m 0h 41m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 6852
  • Lyon Part Dieu