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

The cheapest way to get from Valence to CERN is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Valence to CERN is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Valence and CERN?

No, there is no direct bus from Valence to CERN. However, there are services departing from Valence and arriving at Meyrin, CERN via Lyon, Genève-Aéroport, Terminal and Vernier, Blandonnet. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Valence and CERN?

No, there is no direct train from Valence to CERN. However, there are services departing from Valence Ville and arriving at Meyrin, CERN via Genève, gare Cornavin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Valence to CERN?

The distance between Valence and CERN is 275 km. The road distance is 217.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Valence to CERN without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs €55 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Valence to CERN, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Valence to CERN bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Valence to CERN train from?

Valence to CERN train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Valence Ville station.

Train or bus from Valence to CERN?

The best way to get from Valence to CERN is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs €55 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €65 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Valence to CERN bus arrive?

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

Where does the Valence to CERN train arrive?

Valence to CERN train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Geneve station.

Can I drive from Valence to CERN?

Yes, the driving distance between Valence to CERN is 217 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Valence to CERN.

Where can I stay near CERN?

There are 561+ hotels available in CERN.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Valence to CERN by train, bus, or car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Valence Ville to Genevetrain Ter
3h 49m
€56–93
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Valence to Lyonbus N235 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lyon to Geneva Airportbus 1616 / ...
5h 18m
€28–62
Drive 217.2 km
1. Drive from Valence to CERNcar 217.2 km
2h 29m
€33–48
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Valence Ville to Annecytrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Gare Routière to Bachet-Garebus 272
5h 48m
€56–82

Valence to CERN by train, tram, and foot

21Weekly Services

3h 49mAverage Duration

€56Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 274.8 km
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Valence, France and CERN, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France?

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Valence Ville to Geneve 3 times a day. Tickets cost €45–75 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Valence to CERN via Lyon, Geneva Airport, Genève-Aéroport, Terminal, Vernier, Blandonnet, and Meyrin, CERN in around 5h 18m.

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