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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Valence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 171 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£49 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £103 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Geneva to Valence, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Valence:
A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Valence costing on average £49.
Other travel options to Valence take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 51m.
Tickets start at around £49 compared to roughly £103 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £54. The journey takes 2h 54m versus 2h 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Valence from Geneva by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Geneva to Valence is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Valence are Lyon, Avignon, Marseille, Montélimar and Nîmes. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Valence on Omio.
Lyon is known for its gastronomy, silk heritage and the Renaissance streets of Vieux Lyon. Set between the Rhône and Saône, it balances historic districts with a modern cultural scene.
Avignon is a historic Provençal city on the Rhône, known for the Palais des Papes and the Pont d’Avignon. Its walled centre blends medieval grandeur with busy squares, cafés and a strong theatre culture, especially during the Festival d’Avignon.
Marseille is France's oldest city, known for its busy Mediterranean port and multicultural energy. The Vieux-Port, Le Panier and the sea give it a rugged, sunlit character.
Montélimar is best known for nougat, but its character also comes from a sunny old centre and a relaxed Provençal atmosphere. With the Château des Adhémar above the town and cafés around its squares, it feels both historic and easy-going.
Nîmes is known for remarkably well-preserved Roman monuments, especially the Arena and Maison Carrée. Broad boulevards, shaded squares and a southern French rhythm give the city an easy, historic character.
Travel to Valence easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Geneva to Valence.
This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Valence:
A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Valence costing on average £49.
Other travel options to Valence take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 51m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Geneva and Valence as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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