Train from Valence Ville to Martigny

🇫🇷 Valence Ville → 🇨🇭 Martigny

Straight-line Distance

215 km

NE (51.7°)

Rail Distance

~280 km

Estimated by rail

Travel Time

~1h 10m

High_Speed

CO2 Saved vs Flight

91.3%

49.9 kg less CO2

Environmental Comparison

Train

High_Speed

CO2 Emissions 4.8 kg

Flight

Economy class

CO2 Emissions 54.7 kg

Taking the train saves 49.9 kg CO2 (91.3% less emissions)

Route Information

Requires Transfer

Stations on This Route

🇫🇷

Origin

Valence Ville
🇨🇭

Destination

Martigny

Journey Tips

Valence, on the Rhone Valley TGV axis south of Lyon, connects to Martigny via Lyon and TGV Lyria or IC services into the Valais. The journey from Valence to Lyon is short on TGV. Valence is known for its Romanesque cathedral and the birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte's early military ambition.

Scenic Highlight

The Rhone Valley corridor between Valence and Lyon narrows between limestone cliffs and the broad river, with the Vercors plateau to the east and the Ardèche hills to the west, creating a dramatic natural gateway.

Booking Tip

Book the Valence-Lyon TGV via SNCF Connect and the Lyon-Martigny international leg via Lyria.com; combined Rail Europe booking may simplify ticketing for this two-segment journey.

Continue Your Journey

Continue from Martigny

🇨🇭 Aigle 25 km 🇨🇭 Bern Hbf 98 km 🇨🇭 Lausanne 57 km 🇮🇹 Milan 179 km 🇨🇭 Neuchâtel 100 km

Also from Valence Ville

🇨🇭 Sierre/Siders 255 km 🇨🇭 Zürich HB 391 km 🇨🇭 Neuchâtel 279 km 🇨🇭 Sion 240 km 🇮🇹 Milan 343 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The estimated train journey from Valence Ville to Martigny takes approximately 1h 10m. This estimate is based on a rail distance of ~280 km using a high_speed service.
The estimated rail distance from Valence Ville to Martigny is approximately 280 km (215 km straight-line). Rail routes are longer than straight-line distances because tracks follow terrain and connect intermediate cities.
Travelling by train from Valence Ville to Martigny emits approximately 4.8 kg of CO2, compared to 54.7 kg by flight. Taking the train saves 49.9 kg of CO2 — a 91.3% reduction in emissions.
The route from Valence Ville to Martigny typically requires at least one transfer. Check operator timetables for the most direct connection available.
Check regional and national rail operator websites for services between Valence Ville and Martigny.

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Data last updated: 2026-02-27