How far is it from Valence to Lyon?

The distance between Valence and Lyon is 103 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Valence to Lyon?

The drive from Valence to Lyon takes approximately 1 h 20 min by car.

What is the best route from Valence to Lyon?

The fastest route from Valence to Lyon covers 103 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 20 min.

Which direction is Lyon from Valence?

Lyon lies roughly to the north of Valence.

Which roads does the route from Valence to Lyon follow?

The drive from Valence to Lyon mainly follows A 7.

Which towns do you pass between Valence and Lyon?

Towns on the route from Valence to Lyon include Vienne, Vénissieux.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Valence and Lyon?

Along the route from Valence to Lyon you can fill up at TotalEnergies (24/7), Station Esso (24/7), E. Leclerc (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I stop to rest between Valence and Lyon?

On the route from Valence to Lyon you can take a break at Aire de Pont-de-l'Isère-Les Vinays, Aire de Saint-Rambert-d'Albon Ouest, Aire de Communay-Sud.

Valence Lyon

Distance: 103 kmDrive time: 1 h 20 min

Driving from Valence to Lyon takes about 1 h 20 min via A 7. The distance is 103 km. The straight-line distance is 93 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Valence, Vienne, Vénissieux. Driving directions

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Driving directions31 · 103 km

1 Depart onto Rue Madier de Montjau 35 m
2 Turn right onto Rue Farnerie 227 m
3 Enter roundabout slightly right onto Boulevard du Cire 38 m
4 Exit roundabout right onto Boulevard du Cire 88 m
5 Enter roundabout straight onto Boulevard du Cire 2 m
6 Exit roundabout right onto Boulevard du Cire 179 m
7 Continue straight onto Boulevard du Général de Gaulle 406 m
8 Enter roundabout straight 13 m
9 Exit roundabout slightly right 38 m
10 Turn right onto Rue Joseph Vérot 93 m
11 At end of road, turn left onto Avenue Marc Urtin 463 m
12 Continue straight onto Avenue de Lyon 363 m
13 Enter roundabout slightly right onto Avenue de Lyon 37 m

14 Exit roundabout slightly right onto Avenue de Lyon 2 km
15 Enter roundabout right onto Montée du Long 70 m
16 Exit roundabout slightly right onto Montée du Long 735 m
17 Enter roundabout slightly right 111 m
18 Exit roundabout slightly right 551 m
19 Keep slightly right 223 m
20 Merge slightly left onto Autoroute du Soleil 93 km
21 Take exit slightly right 180 m
22 Keep slightly right 43 m
23 Take ramp straight onto Pont de la Mulatière 120 m
24 Merge slightly left onto Autoroute du Soleil 3 km
25 Take exit slightly left onto Quai Perrache 336 m
26 Turn straight onto Quai du Docteur Gailleton 529 m
27 Keep slightly right onto Quai du Docteur Gailleton 424 m
28 Turn left onto Rue de la Barre 258 m
29 Turn right onto Rue Président Édouard Herriot 644 m
30 Turn right onto Rue Henri Germain 112 m
31 Arrive left onto Rue Henri Germain

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The return trip from Lyon to Valence covers roughly the same distance, 103 km.

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How far is it from Valence to Lyon?: The distance between Valence and Lyon is 103 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Valence to Lyon?: The drive from Valence to Lyon takes approximately 1 h 20 min by car.
What is the best route from Valence to Lyon?: The fastest route from Valence to Lyon covers 103 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 20 min.
Which direction is Lyon from Valence?: Lyon lies roughly to the north of Valence.
Which roads does the route from Valence to Lyon follow?: The drive from Valence to Lyon mainly follows A 7.
Which towns do you pass between Valence and Lyon?: Towns on the route from Valence to Lyon include Vienne, Vénissieux.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Valence and Lyon?: Along the route from Valence to Lyon you can fill up at TotalEnergies (24/7), Station Esso (24/7), E. Leclerc (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I stop to rest between Valence and Lyon?: On the route from Valence to Lyon you can take a break at Aire de Pont-de-l'Isère-Les Vinays, Aire de Saint-Rambert-d'Albon Ouest, Aire de Communay-Sud.

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