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Train Valence Saintes

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Train timetable info Valence-Saintes

Travel by train from Valence to Saintes. 7 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Valence at 7h 20m and the last at 15h 53m, allowing you to cover the 833 km distance in as little as 6h 57m.

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

Save on travel by booking your ticket in advance. Get tickets at the lowest prices by adjusting the day 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 Valence to Saintes take?

By train, allow an average of 7h 38m to complete the Valence to Saintes journey.

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

The fastest train between Valence and Saintes completes the journey in 6h 57m.

How many trains run from Valence to Saintes each day?

You can choose from 7 trains per day to travel from Valence to Saintes.

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

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

What is the distance between Valence and Saintes by train?

The rail connection between Valence and Saintes is approximately 833 km.

What time is the first train from Valence to Saintes?

If you’re an early riser, you can take the first Valence to Saintes train at 7h 20m.

What time is the last train from Valence to Saintes?

The last Valence to Saintes train leaves the platform at 15h 53m.

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

The trains shown on this page depart from: VALENCE TGV RHONE-ALPES SUD.

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

The trains listed on this page arrive at: SAINTES.

Which train companies operate trains from Valence to Saintes?

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

What services are offered on board?

If you travel on an OUIGO train, you can stay connected during your journey. With the OUIGO ESSENTIEL fare, select a seat with a power socket from 3 euros, and add the OUIFI option for 3 euros to enjoy Wi-Fi on board. These options are included if you choose OUIGO PLUS.

On INTERCITÉS night trains, enjoy a peaceful night! Book your own private compartment: 1st class (4 berths) or 2nd class (6 berths).

If you make this journey on TGV INOUI, you can travel with your bike for just 10 euros. Select this option when booking. Your bike must be stored in a dedicated space on the train.

On board your TGV INOUI Spain, travel with your pets for 10 euros if they can be placed in a container with a maximum size of 45 x 30 x 25 cm, or for 20 euros if your dog must travel on a lead.

If you miss your TER or change your mind, you can take another TER to the same destination on the same day with your existing ticket, provided you comply with the purchased fare conditions.

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

The price of a Valence – Saintes 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 Saintes 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 Saintes.

Price of a Valence – Saintes Train Ticket

On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Valence to Saintes: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.
Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Valence to Saintes at the lowest fare.

Promotional Fare for Valence – Saintes

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

On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute Valence to Saintes ticket and compare prices quickly. You can also plan and buy your train ticket several months in advance if you wish to take advantage of the best fares. During the sales events held several times per year, tickets are released for trains running months later. Depending on the rail operator and the train’s travel date, our service options allow you to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your seats at that rate before the opportunity expires.

Direct train from Valence to Saintes and alternative routes

Some services may be operated by direct trains as well as trains with connections. Likewise, different rail operators may provide all or part of a journey with different offers. To get a cheap ticket, we recommend checking the best prices shown after a search on SNCF Connect. A direct train does not necessarily guarantee the cheapest fare for Valence - Saintes. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.

Companies serving Valence - Saintes

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

To travel from Valence to Saintes, 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 Saintes 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 - Saintes

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Valence to Saintes 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-Saintes Friday 10 July 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
7h 20m 15h 31m 8h 11m TGV INOUI, Intercités
Booking
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 6821
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Beziers
  • Narbonne
  • Carcassonne
  • Toulouse Matabiau
  • 28 min
  • Toulouse Matabiau
    Intercités 4756
  • Montauban Ville Bourbon
  • Agen
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
  • 14 min
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
    Intercités 3856
  • Jonzac
  • Saintes
8h 49m 15h 46m 6h 57m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 6250
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h10
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 8379
  • Poitiers
  • Niort
  • 25 min
  • Niort
    TER 64473
  • Fors
  • Marigny
  • Beauvoir-Sur-Niort
  • Saint-Jean-D'angely
  • Saintes
10h 05m 17h 17m 7h 12m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 6202
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h09
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 8361
  • Saint-Maixent-L'ecole
  • Niort
  • Surgeres
  • La Rochelle
  • 09 min
  • La Rochelle
    TER 64811
  • Chatelaillon
  • Rochefort
  • Saintes
10h 23m 19h 30m 9h 07m TGV INOUI, Intercités
Booking
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 5300
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Montpellier Sud De France
  • 1h43
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    Intercités 4760
  • Sete
  • Narbonne
  • Carcassonne
  • Toulouse Matabiau
  • Montauban Ville Bourbon
  • Agen
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
  • 17 min
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
    Intercités 3858
  • Jonzac
  • Saintes
13h 53m 21h 31m 7h 38m TGV INOUI Spain, TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI Spain 9708 - TGV INOUI 12348
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 53 min
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 8517 - TGV INOUI 12267
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
  • 41 min
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
    TER 64816
  • Cenon
  • Saint-Andre-De-Cubzac
  • Saint-Mariens - Saint-Yzan
  • Montendre
  • Jonzac
  • Pons
  • Saintes
15h 04m 22h 04m 7h 00m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 6204
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h01
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 8397
  • Poitiers
  • Saint-Maixent-L'ecole
  • Niort
  • 19 min
  • Niort
    TER 64487
  • Fors
  • Marigny
  • Beauvoir-Sur-Niort
  • Prisse-La-Charriere
  • Villeneuve-La-Comtesse
  • Loulay
  • Saint-Jean-D'angely
  • Saint-Hilaire - Brizambourg
  • Saintes
15h 53m 23h 11m 7h 18m TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER
Booking
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 6258
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h41
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
    OUIGO 7659
  • Poitiers
  • Angouleme
  • 14 min
  • Angouleme
    TER 64560
  • Chateauneuf-Sur-Charente
  • Jarnac
  • Cognac
  • Saintes