
1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Luggage
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£31
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£73
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
3 h 29 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
3 h 43 m
Trains on 17 Sept
11
Distance
312 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Valence to Toulouse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valence to Toulouse will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 11 trains from Valence to Toulouse, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 312 km distance in an average of 3 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 10 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.
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86987Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Valence to Toulouse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, while a flight costs an average of £143.
Distance: 312 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£57 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest | £143 Average Price | £110 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 33m Average total duration 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Valence to Toulouse:
A coach is £35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Valence to Toulouse costing on average £57.
A coach is £121 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valence to Toulouse costing on average £143.
Other travel options to Toulouse take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 44m.
Coach takes on average 6h 3m.
The journey is about 26m faster (3h 44m by train vs 4h 10m by car) and roughly £53 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£57 vs £110). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Valence to Toulouse trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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6821 | 7:19 Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud | 3h33 | 10:52 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0 changesdirect | |
6221+ 4758 | 8:56 Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud | 4h17 | 13:13 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1 change | |
9713+ 876256 | 9:58 Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud | 4h43 | 14:41 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1 change | |
5300+ 4760 | 10:20 Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud | 4h55 | 15:15 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1 change | |
6823 | 12:50 Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud | 3h30 | 16:20 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0 changesdirect | |
6229+ 4762 | 12:58 Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud | 4h20 | 17:18 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1 change | |
6275+ 4762+ 86987 | 13:08 Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud | 4h10 | 17:18 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 2 changes | |
9826+ 4764 | 14:50 Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud | 4h26 | 19:16 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1 change | |
9715+ 4766 | 16:57 Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud | 4h22 | 21:19 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1 change | |
6825 | 18:50 Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud | 3h29 | 22:19 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 0 changesdirect | |
5120+ 4770 | 19:25 Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud | 3h51 | 23:16 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 1 change | |
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Trains from Valence to Toulouse run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 312 km distance in 3h 26m.
Distance 312 km |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 4:28 |
Last train 22:45 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Discover the best of Toulouse — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Toulouse trip today.
Leading aerospace museum with aircraft, Concorde visits and space displays. A strong choice for families and anyone interested in aviation history.
Art museum inside Hôtel d'Assézat, showing paintings, bronzes and decorative arts in an elegant Renaissance setting near the river.
Museum of Toulouse history in a former convent. Its Romanesque cloister, medieval sculpture and gardens make it one of the city's most atmospheric visits.
Main central square framed by brick facades and arcades. It is the city's social hub for architecture, events and easy access to nearby streets.
Long canal-side promenade lined with plane trees. Ideal for walking, cycling and seeing a calmer side of Toulouse close to the centre.
Broad landscaped garden with lawns, statues and formal paths beside the museum district. A pleasant break for strolling and people-watching.
Slow-cooked white bean casserole with Toulouse sausage, duck confit and pork. It is the city’s signature comfort dish from south-west France.
Coarse fresh pork sausage, traditionally seasoned simply and central to Toulouse cooking, especially in cassoulet and grilled bistro dishes.
Slow-cooked duck leg preserved in its own fat, a hallmark of south-west French cuisine often served with potatoes or cassoulet.
Historic brasserie famed for cassoulet and classic south-west dishes in a grand Belle Époque dining room.
Traditional Toulouse address known for hearty cassoulet, duck dishes and a warm old-school bistro atmosphere.
Elegant dining room serving refined south-west French cuisine with seasonal ingredients near the Capitole.
Moderate for France: meals and hotels are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transport and café prices stay reasonable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau -> Place du Capitole, Toulouse
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valence to Toulouse 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 Toulouse, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Valence to Toulouse trains use the Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud to Toulouse Matabiau station pair. Use this guide to compare Valence and Toulouse train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud is 4 km from Valence city centre. Public transport options include:
Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: PAUL, Selecta
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near the restrooms.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:45 - 17:00. Information desks are located in the center of the passenger building.
Available at Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud: Accessible facilities such as toilets, train platforms, and ramps and additional assistance as needed.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Romans Valence Gare TGV, Hôtel Première Classe Valence Nord, Bed & Breakfast À la Belle Histoire.
Valence Ville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Café Victor Hugo, La Table de Jeanne
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Valence Ville. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Valence Ville. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Valence Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Valence Ville: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Valence Ville: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de France, Ibis Valence Sud, Atrium Hotel.
Valence, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Valence, Gare Routière.
Wi-Fi is available at Valence, Gare Routière. ATMs are available at Valence, Gare Routière.
Available at Valence, Gare Routière: Parking, WC.
Available at Valence, Gare Routière: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Valence, Gare Routière.
Toulouse Matabiau is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse Matabiau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Canteen & Bowl, PAUL, Starbucks, Selecta
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are the ATM is located in the connecting corridor between Hall 1 and Hall 2 opposite Relay.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 08:15 - 19:40, Sat: 08:15 - 18:40, Sun: 09:35 - 19:40. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is service provided by Grand Hôtel d'Orléans, located opposite the station. Fixed pricing per piece of baggage: small baggage: €5.50, medium baggage: €7.50, large baggage: €9.50.
Available at Toulouse Matabiau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Toulouse Matabiau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse Matabiau: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Disabled Passenger Assistance Service (PSH / PMR). Access Train liO can be reached at +33 0800313131.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mermoz, Best Western Hotel Innes by HappyCulture, Appart Hotel Clement Ader.
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