Cities Near Valence
Cities near Valence, France: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Grenoble, Saint-Étienne, Vénissieux. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Valence, France is Grenoble, about 43 mi (69 km) away — roughly 1 hr 17 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grenoble | 43 mi / 69 km | 1 hr 17 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Saint-Étienne | 43 mi / 70 km | 1 hr 18 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Vénissieux | 53 mi / 86 km | 1 hr 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Chambéry | 66 mi / 107 km | 1 hr 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Avignon | 68 mi / 109 km | 2 hr 1 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Nîmes | 80 mi / 129 km | 1 hr 52 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Arles | 87 mi / 141 km | 2 hr 2 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Annecy | 90 mi / 144 km | 2 hr 5 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Aix-en-Provence | 100 mi / 161 km | 2 hr 20 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Montpellier | 104 mi / 168 km | 2 hr 25 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Valence
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Grenoble, Saint-Étienne, Vénissieux, Chambéry, Avignon. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Valence
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Aix-en-Provence, Montpellier. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Valence include Grenoble, Saint-Étienne, Vénissieux, Chambéry, Avignon. The closest is Grenoble, about 43 miles (69 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.