How to travel to Valencia from your city

Valencia is a fascinating destination on the east coast of Spain. With its stunning architecture, golden beaches and rich cultural history, it attracts travelers from all over the world. 

To reach this Mediterranean jewel, travelers have at their disposal a wide range of transportation options.

In this article, we will guide you through a virtual trip around the world, exploring how to get to Valencia from every continent using all means of transport: plane, train, bus, boat and car.

We will discover the best options available for every traveler from Europe, America, Asia, Africa and Oceania. 

Whether you're planning a dream vacation or a business trip, this guide will provide you with the information you need to plan your arrival to this fabulous Spanish city. 

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With that said, let's start our trip around the world towards Valencia!

Air transportation to Valencia

¿How to get to Valencia from abroad?

Air transport is the most common option to get to Valencia from all continents. 

The Valencia airport, also known as Manises Airport, is the main entry and exit point for travelers in the city.

• Flights from Europe

Numerous airlines offer direct flights to Valencia from almost every European city. 

The main capitals such as London, Paris, Rome, Berlin and Amsterdam tend to have very good connections and offer flights at lower costs than other smaller cities. 

Do you want to travel cheap to Valencia? So come from the big cities and get your tickets one or two months in advance.

• Flights from Asia 

There are also direct flight options to Valencia from Asian countries. 

Airlines such as Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, Japan Airlines or China Eastern offer good connections from cities such as Dubai, Istanbul, Tokyo and Beijing.

•  Flights from America
  

America has an extensive network of flights to Valencia. From cities such as New York, Miami, São Paulo and Mexico City, you can find direct flights that connect with Manises Airport. 

Some airlines that fly to Valencia are KLM or Air Europa.

• Flights from Africa

Africa also has air connections to Valencia. Airlines such as Royal Air Maroc, Ethiopian Airlines and Tunisair offer flights from cities such as Casablanca, Addis Ababa and Tunisia.

• Flights from Oceania

From cities like Sydney, Melbourne or Wellington, there are usually no direct connections to Valencia, but there are to Madrid or Barcelona. On this trip you will have to do several scales.

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How to get from Manises airport to Valencia center?

You have several options to get from Manises airport to the city of Valencia.

• Subway: This is the cheapest and fastest option. 

In the same airport there is a station that will take you to different parts of Valencia via the line 3 and 5.

The two go to the center of the city, passing through the Xátiva stop (in the heart of Valencia) and reaching the Alameda. 

These meters run every 15 or 20 minutes from the 5.30 until 22.30.

The price of this metro ticket usually costs about 4.80 euros the one-way ticket.

• Bus: Another good option to get from Manises airport to the city of Valencia is the bus. 

The stop for this bus is located right at the door of the output terminal. 

The bus stops at Spain Square, very close to the Plaza del Ayuntamiento, and also in the area of the Central Market. 

This journey takes 30 minutes. In addition, it also makes stops in Manises, Quart de Poblet and Mislata.

The bus schedule is similar to that of the metro: 5.30 a.m. to 10 p.m. from Monday to Saturday. There is no service on Sundays. 

Its departure frequency is between 20-25 minutes on weekdays and 25 to 40 minutes on Saturdays.

The price is 4.80 euros the one-way ticket.

• Taxi: The taxi is the most expensive option, but it may be the only way to get to the city if you arrive right in the time zone when neither subways nor buses pass.

It is also the alternative more comfortable if you are loaded with suitcases. Furthermore, there are always taxis at the airport, at any time of the day.  

The journey is usually between 15 and 20 minutes to the center.

The price is not fixed, but will vary depending on where you go. Even the city center usually costs about 20 or 25 euros.

• Private transfer: Private transfer is the most comfortable option of all. It's especially good if you travel with a large group, of more than four people. In this case it is cheaper than a taxi.

Approximate prices are 32 euros for vehicles with capacity for four people, 46 euros for those with capacity for six people and 50 euros for vehicles with capacity for eight people.

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Travel to Valencia by train

Valencia is a city with a well developed train network, so it is possible to travel by train to Valencia from many cities in Spain and some international cities. 

It is possible to travel by train from nearby cities such as Paris, Lisbon, Geneva or Milan. Sometimes, these routes usually have a transfer in Barcelona, ​​before arriving in Valencia.

There are several train stations in Valencia. The main ones are:

• The North Station.
• The Joaquín Sorolla Station.
• The Cabanyal Station.

Bus transportation to Valencia

You would be surprised by the number of European cities from which you can travel to Valencia by bus. Companies like Alsa or Flitbux They make trips from countries like Holland, Belgium, Germany, Italy or France.

If you don't like flying by plane, and you are also committed to the environment, bus transportation can be a great alternative. 

Furthermore, bus tickets are usually cheaper than by train, although they are also longer and heavier journeys.

Travel by boat to Valencia

Valencia is a coastal city in Spain and has a important port, so it is possible to travel by boat to Valencia from various places in Europe and Africa. Some of these places are:

• Italy: From Italian coastal cities like Genoa and Livorno, you can take a ferry to Valencia. These routes are popular for those wishing to travel from Italy to Spain by sea. They are also very close and it is a pleasant journey.
• Marseille, France: Marseille, on the southern coast of France, offers ferry routes to Valencia. This can be an interesting option if you are in the south of France and prefer to travel by boat.
• Algeria: There are also good ferry connections from Algeria to Valencia. If you are in North Africa and want to come to Valencia by boat, this ferry may be interesting.

Travel to Valencia by car

Do you love road trips? 

Getting to the city of Valencia by car from Europe is also possible. The exact route will depend on your place of origin. 

Below we provide you with an overview of how to get to Valencia by car from some neighboring countries:

• From France: If you are in the north of France or Paris, you can take the A7 highway (also known as the Southern Highway) which will take you directly to Valencia across the French-Spanish border.  This highway passes through cities such as Lyon, Marseille and Barcelona before reaching Valencia.
• From Portugal: From Portugal, you can get to Valencia by taking the highway A-22 in an easterly direction. This highway crosses the Spanish border and takes you to the city of Valencia.
• From Italy: If you are in the north of Italy, you can take the A8 highway heading west until reaching the city of Genoa. From there, you can take a ferry across the Mediterranean to Barcelona, ​​Spain. Once in Barcelona, you can drive along the A7 highway to Valencia.
• From Andorra: If you are in Andorra, you can take the road CG-2 heading south until reaching the Spanish border. Then continue through the A7 highway to get to Valencia.

Remember that when crossing international borders by car, it is important to carry the necessary documents with you, such as your passport, driving license and vehicle documents.

As you can see, there are many options to come to Valencia. We hope this article has helped you. 

If you come by plane, check the part ofhow to get from Manises airport to Valencia center, it will help you a lot.

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Article written by Carlos Martinez for Hispania, Spanish school.

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