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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Valencia
Cheapest price
£189
Average price
£189
Fastest journey
8 h 59 m
Average duration
8 h 59 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
818 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Valencia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Valencia will cost around £189 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £189.
To travel from Lyon to Valencia you need to make at least one change.
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0120114:358h59Lyon Part Dieu23:34Valencia-Estacio Del Nord£1891One-way1 change
- 09742+0120114:358h59Lyon Part Dieu23:34Valencia-Estacio Del Nord£1891One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to Valencia
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Valencia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £83. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £83, and a flight costs an average of £34.
Distance: 818 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£83 Average Price Cheapest | £84 Average Price | £240 Average Price |
8h 40m Average total duration 8h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 52m Average total duration 13h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 22m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.5 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Valencia train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Valencia trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09742+01201 | On time 14:35 Lyon Part Dieu | 8h59 | 23:34 Valencia-Estacio Del Nord | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs AVE?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for AVE, but also compare tickets for the likes of Renfe Viajeros to find the best option for your trip from Lyon to Valencia.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Lyon to Valencia.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to Valencia
France
Spain
Trains from Lyon to Valencia run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £83 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 17:57. The fastest train covers the 818 km distance in 8h 59m.
Distance 818 km |
Average train duration 8h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £83 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 8h 59m |
First train 5:25 |
Last train 17:57 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: AVE, Renfe Viajeros from Lyon to Valencia trainsAVE, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Lyon and Valencia from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lyon to Valencia train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Valencia 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 Valencia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Valencia
Most Lyon to Valencia trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Valencia Joaquín Sorolla station pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Valencia train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Valencia station do trains from Lyon arrive at?
Getting to Valencia Joaquín Sorolla from Valencia city centre
Valencia Joaquín Sorolla is 1 km from Valencia city centre. Public transport options include:
Valencia Joaquín Sorolla train station facilities and services
Valencia Joaquín Sorolla has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Coffee Coffee, The Pause – Lavazza, Mon Orxata, McDonald’s
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are located at various points in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 23:59. Information desks are located on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is open daily from 07:00 to 22:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Valencia Joaquín Sorolla: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Valencia Joaquín Sorolla: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Valencia Joaquín Sorolla: The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Petite Palace Ruzafa, Hotel Conqueridor, Senator Parque Central Hotel.
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