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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 18 Sept
£21
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£62
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
6 h 12 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
6 h 31 m
Trains on 18 Sept
10
Distance
438 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aurillac to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aurillac to Paris will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 10 trains from Aurillac to Paris, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 438 km distance in an average of 6 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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873704Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aurillac to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £45 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £45, while a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 438 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
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£45 Average Price Cheapest | £121 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 3m Average total duration Fastest 7h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Aurillac to Paris:
A train is £105 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aurillac to Paris costing on average £150.
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 33m.
Coach takes on average 7h 52m.
Tickets start at around £45 compared to roughly £121 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £76. The journey takes 7h 33m versus 5h 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Aurillac to Paris trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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873800+ 5962 | 5:52 Aurillac station | 6h12 | 12:04 Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 1 change | |
412405+ L32 (865216)+ 8580 | 6:40 Aurillac station | 9h15 | 15:55 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2 changes | |
3650+ 412408 | 11:00 Aurillac station | 7h46 | 18:46 Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 1 change | |
871206+ 5990 | 16:33 Aurillac station | 6h33 | 23:06 Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 1 change | |
871211+ 3750 | 16:49 Aurillac station | 14h27 | 7:16 Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 1 change | |
3665+ 3750+ 412190 | 17:15 Aurillac station | 14h01 | 7:16 Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 2 changes | |
3754+ 64221 | 21:50 Aurillac station | 10h41 | 8:31 Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 1 change | |
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Trains from Aurillac to Paris run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 438 km distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 438 km |
Average train duration 7h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 5m |
First train 5:52 |
Last train 22:41 |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aurillac 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 Aurillac to Paris trains use the Aurillac to Paris Gare d'Austerlitz station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne. Use this guide to compare Aurillac and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Aurillac is 1 km from Aurillac city centre. Public transport options include:
Aurillac has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Saint-Exupéry, Le Renaissance
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Aurillac. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Aurillac. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aurillac: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aurillac: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aurillac: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include ibis Aurillac, Campanile Aurillac, Hotel des Carmes.
Paris Gare d'Austerlitz is 1 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare d'Austerlitz 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: Brioche Dorée, Dalloyau, La Croissanterie
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 08:00 - 20:00. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Seine entrance and on the underground level near the RER stairs and escalator.
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located across from Platforms 1 and 2 and are open daily from 06:00 to 22:00. .
Available at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz: The station is fully accessible, including handicapped parking, lifts, ramps, handicapped restrooms, and lowered counters.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Libertel Austerlitz Jardin des Plantes, OFF Paris Seine, Hotel Devillas.
Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Croq'Voyage, Eat'Shop, Selecta
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.".
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:45 - 18:00. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Available at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne: The station is fully accessible, including step-free access throughout the station. An office to assist people with disabilities is located next to the ticket office, open daily from 06:00 to 23:15.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Paris Bercy, Kyriad Paris Bercy Village, Hotel Le Quartier Bercy-Square.
Paris Gare Montparnasse is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare Montparnasse 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: YO! Sushi, McDonald's, Pierre Herme, La Fabrique à Cookies, Brioche Dorée, Yogurt Factory, IT Trattoria, PeGast, EXKi, Starbucks, & many more
Free public Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are several ATM machines inside the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00. Information desks are information services are available at the SNCF ticket office. Located in Hall 1 on Level 2 near Track 1.
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located in Hall 1 on level 2 close to Track 24.
Available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Elevators, boarding ramps, and escalators. Special assistance for disabled travelers is available at the station, located in Hall 1 on Level 2.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Le Littré, Hôtel Mistral, Royal Saint Germain.
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