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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Valenciennes to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £62 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £62, while a flight costs an average of £357.
Distance: 521 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£108 Average Price | £62 Average Price Cheapest | £357 Average Price | £149 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 1m Average total duration 8h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Valenciennes to Lyon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Valenciennes to Lyon:
A coach is £47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Valenciennes to Lyon costing on average £108.
A coach is £296 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valenciennes to Lyon costing on average £357.
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 38m.
Coach takes on average 9h 1m.
The journey is about 2h 40m faster (3h 49m by train vs 6h 29m by car) and roughly £41 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£108 vs £149). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Lyon from Valenciennes by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Valenciennes to Lyon 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 Lyon are Paris, Grenoble, Avignon, Saint-Étienne and Annecy. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Lyon on Omio.
Paris is known for elegant streets, major museums and a cultural identity shaped by art, fashion and café life. Along the Seine, grand landmarks sit beside neighbourhoods that still feel local and lived in.
Grenoble is an Alpine city known for its universities, research centres and lively student life. Set between three mountain ranges, it combines a compact old town with a practical, outdoors-focused character.
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.
Saint-Étienne is known for its industrial heritage, design scene and deep football culture. Former mining and manufacturing districts sit alongside student life, modern cultural venues and quick access to the Pilat countryside.
Annecy is known for its old town, winding canals and the deep blue waters of Lake Annecy. With Alpine scenery framing medieval streets, it feels both elegant and relaxed.
Travel to Lyon 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 Valenciennes to Lyon.
This is compared to other travel options from Valenciennes to Lyon:
A coach is £47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Valenciennes to Lyon costing on average £108.
A coach is £296 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valenciennes to Lyon costing on average £357.
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 38m.
Coach takes on average 9h 1m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Valenciennes and Lyon as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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