What is the cheapest way to get from Solothurn to Valence?

The cheapest way to get from Solothurn to Valence is to bus which costs €30 - €55 and takes 9h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Solothurn to Valence?

The fastest way to get from Solothurn to Valence is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Solothurn and Valence?

No, there is no direct bus from Solothurn to Valence. However, there are services departing from Solothurn, Baseltor and arriving at Valence via Bern, Bahnhof and Bern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Solothurn and Valence?

No, there is no direct train from Solothurn to Valence. However, there are services departing from Solothurn and arriving at Valence Ville via Lausanne and Lyon Part Dieu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

How far is it from Solothurn to Valence?

The distance between Solothurn and Valence is 452 km. The road distance is 389.2 km.

How do I travel from Solothurn to Valence without a car?

The best way to get from Solothurn to Valence without a car is to train via Lyon which takes 6h 58m and costs €110 - €230.

How long does it take to get from Solothurn to Valence?

It takes approximately 6h 58m to get from Solothurn to Valence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solothurn to Valence bus from?

Solothurn to Valence bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bern station.

Where do I catch the Solothurn to Valence train from?

Solothurn to Valence train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Solothurn station.

Train or bus from Solothurn to Valence?

The best way to get from Solothurn to Valence is to train via Lyon which takes 6h 58m and costs €110 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Solothurn to Valence bus arrive?

Solothurn to Valence bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Valence station.

Where does the Solothurn to Valence train arrive?

Solothurn to Valence train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Lausanne station.

Can I drive from Solothurn to Valence?

Yes, the driving distance between Solothurn to Valence is 389 km. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Solothurn to Valence.

How do I get a train ticket from Solothurn to Valence?

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Where can I stay near Valence?

There are 833+ hotels available in Valence.

Solothurn to Valence - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Solothurn to Valence by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Lyon
best
1. Take the train from Solothurn to LausanneIc5 / ...
2. Take the train from Lausanne to Lyon Part DieuTgv
3. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Valence VilleTer
6h 58m
€117–225
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bern to ValenceFlixBus N1156
9h 45m
€34–50
Drive 389.2 km
1. Drive from Solothurn to Valence389.2 km
4h 20m
€69–99
Train
1. Take the train from Solothurn to LausanneIc5 / ...
2. Take the train from Lausanne to Annemasse
3. Take the train from Annemasse to AnnecyTer
4. Take the train from Annecy to Valence VilleTer
9h 2m
€111–161

Solothurn to Valence by train

5Weekly Trains

6h 58mAverage Duration

€117Cheapest Price

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Distance: 452.4 km
Duration: 6h 58m

What companies run services between Solothurn, Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland and Valence, France?

You can take a train from Solothurn to Valence Ville via Lausanne and Lyon Part Dieu in around 6h 58m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bern to Valence 6 times a week. Tickets cost €30–45 and the journey takes 7h 40m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route 4 times a week.

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