- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
One of the world’s greatest museums, housing masterpieces from antiquity to the nineteenth century, including the Mona Lisa.
Cheapest price on 04 Sept
£280
Average ticket price on 04 Sept
£280
Fastest journey on 04 Sept
12 h 53 m
Average journey duration on 04 Sept
13 h 4 m
Trains on 04 Sept
3
Distance
970 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aarhus to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aarhus to Paris will cost around £280 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £280.
To travel from Aarhus to Paris you need to make at least 3 changes.
ICL 26 · IC 5757 · 11171 · ICE 75
IC 424 · ECE 393 · ICE 75+
TGV 9570
ICL 10 · IC 5753 · 11163 · ICE 73
ICL 26 · IC 5757 · 11171 · ICE 75
ICL 10 · IC 5753 · 11163 · ICE 73
IC 424 · ECE 393 · ICE 75+
TGV 9570Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Aarhus to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £98 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 10h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £98, while a train costs an average of £299.
Distance: 970 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£299 Average Price | £98 Average Price Cheapest | £284 Average Price | £207 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 50m Average total duration 12h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 34m Average total duration 11h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 7m Average total duration Fastest 8h 7m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 2.9 - 5.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Aarhus to Paris:
A coach is £186 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aarhus to Paris costing on average £284.
A coach is £201 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aarhus to Paris costing on average £299.
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Coach takes on average 11h 4m.
Train takes on average 12h 20m.
You'll arrive about 1h 0m sooner (12h 20m by train vs 13h 20m by car). Tickets start at around £299 compared to roughly £207 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Aarhus to Paris trains for tomorrow, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICL 10 · IC 5753 · 11163 · ICE 73 | On time 5:20 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 12h56 | 18:16 Paris Gare de l'Est | 4 changes | |
IC 424 · ECE 393 · ICE 75+ TGV 9570 | On time 8:50 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 13h23 | 22:13 Paris Gare de l'Est | 3 changes | |
ICL 26 · IC 5757 · 11171 · ICE 75 | On time 9:20 Aarhus Hovedbanegård | 12h53 | 22:13 Paris Gare de l'Est | 4 changes | |
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Trains from Aarhus to Paris run on average 2 times per day, taking around 12h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £280 but you can travel from only £59 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:37, the last at 19:07. The fastest train covers the 970 km distance in 12h 25m.
Distance 970 km |
Average train duration 12h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £280 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 12h 25m |
First train 0:37 |
Last train 19:07 |
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One of the world’s greatest museums, housing masterpieces from antiquity to the nineteenth century, including the Mona Lisa.
World-renowned museum of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art in a grand former railway station on the Seine.
Museum devoted to Claude Monet and other Impressionists, best known for the immersive Water Lilies rooms.
Historic hilltop district with artists, stairways, village atmosphere, and some of the best panoramic views in Paris.
Elegant avenue running from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe, famous for shops and national events.
Stylish historic district of mansions, courtyards, boutiques, and museums, ideal for wandering central Paris streets.
Slow-cooked beef stew braised in red wine with bacon, mushrooms and onions. A classic French bistro dish linked to Burgundy and beloved in Paris.
Rich onion soup topped with toasted bread and melted cheese. In its traditional form it uses beef stock, making it a famous but non-vegetarian Paris bistro staple.
Duck confit cooked slowly in its own fat until tender, often served with potatoes. A traditional French speciality commonly found on Paris menus.
Elegant dining room by the Seine offering refined French cuisine and polished service in a landmark Paris setting.
Well-known crêperie specialising in Breton galettes and sweet crêpes, with a cosy, long-established atmosphere in Montparnasse.
Historic Art Nouveau brasserie near Gare de Lyon, known for classic French dishes and a grand Belle Époque dining room.
Very expensive for Europe: hotels, dining, and attractions cost more than in most French cities, though metros and bakeries help keep short stays manageable.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. In cafés and taxis, rounding up the fare or bill is customary.
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Paris Gare du Nord -> Châtelet–Les Halles, Paris
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aarhus to Paris by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Aarhus to Paris trains use the Aarhus Hovedbanegård to Paris Gare de l'Est station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare du Nord. Use this guide to compare Aarhus and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Aarhus Hovedbanegård has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: McDonald's, Sunset Boulevard
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aarhus Hovedbanegård: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ritz Aarhus City, Scandic Aarhus City, Comwell Aarhus.
Aarhus, Banegårdspladsen (togbus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several cafes and fast food outlets inside the station
Free Wi-Fi available across the station. ATMs are aTMs located in the main concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Aarhus, Banegårdspladsen (togbus).
Available at Aarhus, Banegårdspladsen (togbus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aarhus, Banegårdspladsen (togbus): Elevators and ramps for wheelchair access.
Paris Gare de l'Est is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de l'Est has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est, La Consigne, Starbucks, Factory & Co, La Place, McDonald's, Mon Chou, Go Johnny Go, Maison Pradier, PAUL, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30, Sat: 09:00 - 20:00, Sun: 09:00 - 20:30. Information desks are located between Tracks 15 and 18.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de l'Est: The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4. .
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Hôtel LOCOMO, Hôtel Parisianer.
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare du Nord: Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
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