The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Valenciennes
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
1 h 42 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Valenciennes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Valenciennes will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Of the 12 trains that leave Paris for Valenciennes every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 187 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 57 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.
7173
7165
7569+
C60 (841225)
7043+
K61 (841915)
7037+
K60 (841813)
7165
7185
7181
7057+
K60 (841821)
7043+
K61 (841915)Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Paris to Valenciennes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Valenciennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. 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 coach costs an average of £10, and a flight costs an average of £118.
Distance: 187 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£41 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest | £247 Average Price |
2h 41m Average total duration 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Paris to Valenciennes train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Valenciennes trains for today, Tuesday 3 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7015+ C60 (841217) | 07:45 Paris Gare du Nord | 2h07 | 09:52 Valenciennes | 1 change | |
7165 | 09:52 Paris Gare du Nord | 1h42 | 11:34 Valenciennes | 0 changesdirect | |
7569+ C60 (841225) | 11:25 Paris Gare du Nord | 2h30 | 13:55 Valenciennes | 1 change | |
7037+ K60 (841813) | 12:14 Paris Gare du Nord | 1h58 | 14:12 Valenciennes | 1 change | |
K13 (16455) · P60 (841510) | 12:17 Paris Gare du Nord | 2h52 | 15:09 Valenciennes | 1 change | |
7173 | 13:28 Paris Gare du Nord | 2h03 | 15:31 Valenciennes | 0 changesdirect | |
7043+ K61 (841915) | 13:43 Paris Gare du Nord | 1h57 | 15:40 Valenciennes | 1 change | |
7047+ K61 (841917) | 14:42 Paris Gare du Nord | 1h58 | 16:40 Valenciennes | 1 change | |
7053+ K61 (841919) | 15:43 Paris Gare du Nord | 1h57 | 17:40 Valenciennes | 1 change | |
7057+ K60 (841821) | 16:12 Paris Gare du Nord | 1h56 | 18:08 Valenciennes | 1 change | |
7181 | 16:48 Paris Gare du Nord | 1h46 | 18:34 Valenciennes | 0 changesdirect | |
7065+ K60 (841823) | 17:12 Paris Gare du Nord | 1h57 | 19:09 Valenciennes | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Valenciennes
Trains from Paris to Valenciennes run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 187 km distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 187 km |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 04:52 |
Last train 22:01 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF TER from Paris to Valenciennes trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF TER trains will get you between Paris and Valenciennes from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Paris to Valenciennes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Valenciennes 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 Valenciennes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paris and Valenciennes
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance.
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 18 Rue de Dunkerque.
- Terminus Nord
- Chez Casimir
- Brasserie Terminus Nord
- McDonald’s
- Bonne Journeé
- Autogrill Grignotin
- Autogrill Chips & Snacks
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
- €0.70
- Hotel Whistler
- Mercure Paris Gare du Nord
- Ibis Paris Gare du Nord
- Le Matissia
- OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- 1200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-19 for train to Lille, Brussels, Amsterdam, Cologne
- Hall 2: Eurostar check-in for train to London
- Hall 3: Eastern side concourse served by platform 20-21 & 30-36 used by TER & suburban trains
- Hall 4: leading to RER platform
- Metro: Line 4, Line 5
- RER: Line B, Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via the airport's parking facilities.
- I Love Paris by Guy Martin
- Caviar House & Prunier Seafood Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Moxy Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
- Sheraton Paris Airport Hotel & Conference Centre
- Novotel Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
- Located in the main hall
- 30 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for TGV and Thalys trains
- Hall 2: RER B platforms
- Hall 3: access to airport terminals
- RER: Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- Airport shuttle: CDGVAL connects all terminals
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