In the city, in the region, by public transport or by bike, you will find here practical information to get around in an economical, fast and more ecological way.
Bike
Grenoble and Valence run public bike rental schemes enabling you to rent a bike by the day, month or year. If you wish, you can also buy a new bike at a sports shop, or a second-hand bike.
In Grenoble
Although Grenoble is surrounded by mountains, it is also the flattest city in France: it is therefore easy to get around by bike, and its use is widespread.
On the Grenoble Alpes Métropole website, you will find all the information you need to get around by bike: map of cycle paths, traffic rules, compulsory equipment, etc.
> Useful information about cycling in Grenoble
Rent a bike with Mvélo+
The Mvélo+ public bike rental scheme offers various types of bike (conventional, folding, electrically-assisted, etc.) which you can rent for a day, a month, 3 months or a year.
To rent a bike, go to one of the three Mvélo+ agencies: on the Grenoble railway station forecourt, in the Grenoble presqu'île area, or on the St-Martin-d’Hères/Gières campus.
> Visit the Mvélo+ website to find out more
Buy a second-hand bike
If you'd rather buy a second-hand bike, you will find advice and a few good addresses on the Grenoble Alpes Métropole website.
> Visit the Grenoble Alpes Métropole website
In Valence
The Cycléo cycle network, launched by Valence Romans Mobilités, is expanding and will enable you to get around the city of Valence and beyond, and explore the surrounding towns and villages.
On the Valence Romans Mobilités website, you will find a map of cycling paths and routes, along with advice on how to get around safely, compulsory equipment, etc.
> Visit the Valence Romans Mobilités website
Rent a bike with Libélo
The Libélo service enables you to rent a bike as a one-off for a short period or for a longer period of 3, 6 or 12 months.
For a one-off rental, available 24/7, you can only pay by bank card and must use the PBSC app.
For a long-term rental, you can book online, then collect your bike from a Mobilités agency.
> Visit the Valence Romans Mobilités website for more information on
Libélo self-service, short period rentals or
Mon Libélo long-term rentals
Buy a second-hand bike
If you'd rather buy a second-hand bike, you can go to the "Maison du vélo".
> Visit the Maison du vélo website
Public transportation in the city
Each city has its own public transport network.
You can buy single-trip tickets, or tickets valid for a day or several days. There are also monthly or annual passes, which are often cheaper.
In Grenoble
The public transport network in the area of Grenoble is called M réso.
Grenoble and its urban area are served by 5 tram lines and more than 40 bus lines.
You can buy tickets and passes mainly from:
- M réso ticket offices (“Agences de Mobilité” or “Points Services”).
A list of these can be found on the M réso website.
- Certain retail outlets which act as “Relais M” (tobacconists, newsagents, etc.).
A list of these can be found on the M réso website.
- Automatic ticket vending machines available round the clock at each tram stop, as well as from bus drivers (single-trip tickets only).
> To find out more (network maps, fares, etc.) visit the M réso website.
In Valence
The public transport network in Valence and its urban area is called Citéa.
It serves 69 municipalities in Drôme and Ardèche, as well as the two main university campuses of Valence: Latour Maubourg and Pôle Briffaut.
You can buy tickets and passes at Citéa ticket offices or partner retailers.
> A list of sales outlets can be found on the Valence Romans Mobilités website
Tickets can also be purchased directly from bus drivers.
> To find out more (network maps, fares, etc.) visit the Valence Romans Mobilités website
Public transportation in the region
Bus
Two transportation networks operate bus services throughout the Isère department: M réso and cars Régions.
Fares are based on zones. There are 5 zones in the Isère department.
You can buy single-trip or 1-day tickets, or monthly or annual passes.
> Visit the websites
M réso and
cars Région to find out more
In winter, the Transaltitude lines offer direct routes to the Isère ski resorts.
> Visit the Transaltitude website for more information
Drôme (Valence)
The Drôme inter-urban network comprises 29 regular lines covering towns across the Drôme department.
Fares are based on zones.
You can buy single-trip tickets or monthly passes.
> See the routes map and fares on the website La région vous transporte
Train
Rail transport in France is operated by SNCF (Société Nationale des Chemins de Fer).
The regional trains (also known as TER) network can make your daily travel easier and help you discover the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region.
You can buy your tickets online, or at a train station.
For more information:
> Visit the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region website
> Visit the website SNCF TER Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
