- Must visit
Musée d'art et d'archéologie de Valence
Main fine arts and archaeology museum with collections ranging from antiquity to painting, housed in a renovated historic building.
Cheapest price
£2
Average price
£2
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
14 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Privas to Valence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Privas to Valence will cost around £2 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £2.
Of the 5 buses that leave Privas for Valence every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 32 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 20 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.










The table below shows live departures for Privas to Valence coaches for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:50 Privas | 0h20 | 20:10 Valence | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 20 August | |||||
![]() | 7:00 Privas | 0h10 | 7:10 Valence | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:10 Privas | 0h20 | 8:30 Valence | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:00 Privas | 0h10 | 12:10 Valence | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:30 Privas | 0h20 | 16:50 Valence | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Privas to Valence run on average 22 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 22 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:50, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 32 km distance in 51m.
Distance 32 km |
Average bus duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 22 |
Fastest bus 51m |
First bus 7:50 |
Last bus 23:00 |
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Discover the best of Valence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Valence trip today.
Main fine arts and archaeology museum with collections ranging from antiquity to painting, housed in a renovated historic building.
Centre devoted to drawings and original works by Tomi Ungerer, offering a compact cultural stop in the historic centre.
Contemporary art venue presenting changing exhibitions in a distinctive urban setting, suitable for visitors seeking recent creative work.
Valence’s signature city park with lawns, fountains and shaded paths, ideal for a relaxed walk near the centre.
Terraced promenade above the Rhône, popular for sweeping river views, sunsets and easy walks beside the old centre.
Historic quarter of narrow streets, small squares and old façades, best explored on foot for atmosphere and heritage details.
A rich fish stew from the Rhône, traditionally made with river fish, wine and aromatics. A classic of Valence linked to the nearby river and regional cooking.
Drôme-style ravioli filled with Comté, fresh cheese and parsley. It is a local staple around Valence, prized for its delicate pasta and creamy filling.
A potato gratin baked slowly with cream and milk until tender. This comforting regional side is deeply associated with the Dauphiné area around Valence.
Stylish restaurant in central Valence known for refined seasonal French cooking in an elegant but approachable setting.
Contemporary bistro serving polished regional dishes and set menus. Smart atmosphere suited to a leisurely lunch or dinner.
Traditional venue for trying local specialities such as ravioles and other Dauphiné dishes in a relaxed setting.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually lower than in Lyon or Paris, while local buses and cafés remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is included in restaurant bills. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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