Travel costs

If you have a limited budget, there are a number of ways in which you can benefit from rates that better suit your situation.

Public transport

M réso in Grenoble

Special rate for students aged 18 to 25
A reduced rate applies to students aged 18 to 25 inclusive.
To qualify, you must show proof of enrolment at university, such as your 'certificat de scolarité'.
If you do not yet have it, you can show a proof of admission to university, until you can provide proof of enrolment.
Tarif 18 - 25 ans Études - M réso
"Tarification solidaire" (solidarity-based fare system)
The solidarity-based fare system ("tarification solidaire") entitles you to reduced fares depending on your resources.
For example, you can benefit from the "tarification solidaire" if: For more information about the situations in which you can access the "tarification solidaire" and know what documents to provide: visit the M réso website, or go to a mobility agency or the "Relais M" on the St-Martin-d'Hères campus.
Tarification solidaire - M réso
Contacts and mobility agencies - M réso

Citéa in Valence

Reduced fares
Reduced fares apply automatically if you are under 26 years old.
If you are over 26, you will have to prove that your income does not exceed a certain threshold.

Please consult the Valence Romans Mobilités website before visiting one of the Mobilities agencies.

Reduced fares - Valence Romans Mobilités

Employer subsidy for salaried workers

If you use public transport for your daily commute between your home and your place of work, your employer will subsidize part (up to 75%) of the cost of your travel pass.

See the Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA) staff intranet or contact your employer’s human resources department to find out how you can benefit.

Cycling

A simple and pleasant way of getting around at a lower cost is by bike.

M vélo + or buying a second-hand bike in Grenoble

If you choose to hire a bike with M vélo +, you should know that there is a student rate, as well as a solidarity-based fare system ("tarification solidaire") adapted to your means.
M vélo + rates

If you'd rather buy a second-hand bike, you will find advice and a few good addresses on the Grenoble Alpes Métropole website.
Find a second-hand bike

Libélo or buying a second-hand bike in Valence

You can choose to hire a Libélo bike on a one-off, self-service basis, or on a long-term basis, for 3 to 12 months. For long-term hire, a reduced rate applies if you are under 26.
See the Libélo rates on the Valence Romans Mobilités website

If you'd rather buy a second-hand bike, you can go to the Maison du vélo.
Visit the Maison du vélo website for more information
 
Updated on  September 15, 2026