The cheapest and fastest trains from Marseille to Valence
Cheapest price
€33
Average price
€39
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Valence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Valence will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
Of the 5 trains that leave Marseille for Valence on Thu, Dec 11, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 11 the direct trains cover the 186 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Thu, Dec 11 the slowest trains will take 2 h 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Marseille to Valence
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Valence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a flight costs an average of €149.
Distance: 186 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€40 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest | €271 Average price |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 37m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Marseille to Valence train times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Valence trains for today, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
886560 | On time 10:42 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2h54 | 1:36 PM Valence Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
9866 · 9826 | On time 11:12 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2h33 | 1:45 PM Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud | 1 transfer | |
876558+ 6204 | On time 11:23 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2h39 | 2:02 PM Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud | 1 transfer | |
17702 | On time 11:50 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2h32 | 2:22 PM Valence Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
4762+ 9864 | On time 12:25 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2h45 | 3:10 PM Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud | 1 transfer | |
4762+ 876416+ 6258 | On time 12:25 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 2h26 | 2:51 PM Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud | 2 transfers | |
886568 | On time 12:38 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 3h18 | 3:56 PM Valence Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, December 11 | |||||
![]() | 5:34 AM Marseille | 1h05 | 6:39 AM Valence | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:20 AM Marseille | 1h11 | 9:31 AM Valence | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Marseille to Valence
Trains from Marseille to Valence run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 186 km distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 186 km |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 05:33 |
Last train 21:50 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités, Renfe Viajeros, SNCF from Marseille to Valence trainsSNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités, Renfe Viajeros, SNCF trains will get you between Marseille and Valence from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Marseille to Valence
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Valence by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Valence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Marseille, you have various train station options to start your route from including Marseille Saint-Charles, Vitrolles Aéroport Marseille Provence and Marseille-Blancarde. When arriving in Valence, you can end your journey in train stations like Valence Ville and Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Marseille Saint-Charles, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Valence Ville, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Marseille to Valence
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station.
- The lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
- Caffe San Carlo
- DAKAO
- Espressamente Illy
- EXKi
- McDonald's
- Monop'Daily
- Starbucks
- Casa Di Pasta
- Chatime
- PAUL
- Accès Plus is a service offered to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility who need assistance at the station. For more information email [email protected] or call +33 890640650.
- Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles
- Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles
- Hotel Les Bords De Me
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet.
- Bus lines: 521, 52, 56, 82S, 533, 582, 33, 34, 49, 50, 51
- Metro lines: M1, M2
- Train lines: TGV, iDTGV, OUIGO, TGV Lyria, Eurostar, Thalys
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Square Stalingrad.
- Le Café de la Banque
- La Table de l'Ours
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Kyriad Marseille Blancarde Timone
- Ibis Marseille Timone
- Hotel Azur
- Located near the main entrance
- 115 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: access to metro and tramway connections
- Metro: Line 1
- Tramway: Line T1
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Rue Denis Papin.
- Le Café Victor Hugo
- La Table de Jeanne
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel de France
- Ibis Valence Sud
- Atrium Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- 200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Paris, Marseille, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tramway: Line T1
- Regional trains
- Mon - Sun: 09:45 - 17:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- PAUL
- Selecta
- Accessible facilities such as toilets, train platforms, and ramps and additional assistance as needed.
- ibis Styles Romans Valence Gare TGV
- Hôtel Première Classe Valence Nord
- Bed & Breakfast À la Belle Histoire
- Mon - Sun: 09:45 - 17:00
- Located in the center of the passenger building.
- Bus lines: 73, 74, 76
- Train lines: TGV, OUIGO, Thalys, AVE, TER Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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