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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 12 Sept
£39
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£86
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
2 h 41 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
2 h 41 m
Trains on 12 Sept
39
Distance
577 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Avignon to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Avignon to Paris will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
On Sat 12 Sept, we found 39 trains from Avignon to Paris, including 15 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 577 km distance in an average of 2 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 41 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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6116Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Avignon to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £62 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £62, while a flight costs an average of £164.
Distance: 577 km
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£62 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price | £164 Average Price | £160 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 3m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 6m Average total duration 7h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.5kg 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 Avignon to Paris:
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Avignon to Paris costing on average £64.
A train is £102 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Avignon to Paris costing on average £164.
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 33m.
Coach takes on average 7h 36m.
The journey is about 1h 43m faster (5h 33m by train vs 7h 16m by car) and roughly £99 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£62 vs £160). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Trenitalia, Regionale, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Avignon to Paris trains for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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6850 · 6694+ 879618 | Delayed 9:07 10:13Avignon Centre | 4h48 | 15:01 Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6104 | 10:47 Avignon TGV | 2h47 | 13:34 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
6850 · 6694 | Delayed 9:07 10:57Avignon TGV | 4h04 | 15:01 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6116+ 879694 | 12:16 Avignon Centre | 3h06 | 15:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
12348+ 876307 | 12:20 Avignon Centre | 3h52 | 16:12 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6116 | 12:41 Avignon TGV | 2h41 | 15:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
12566 · 6620 | 12:49 Avignon TGV | 3h19 | 16:08 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6204+ 86987+ 879342 | 13:12 Avignon TGV | 4h06 | 17:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 changes | |
6204+ 86987 | 13:34 Avignon Centre | 3h44 | 17:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6120+ 879634 | 14:13 Avignon Centre | 3h09 | 17:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6120 | 14:41 Avignon TGV | 2h41 | 17:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
6122+ 879355 | 15:13 Avignon Centre | 3h09 | 18:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6122 | 15:41 Avignon TGV | 2h41 | 18:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6108 | 15:58 Avignon TGV | 2h48 | 18:46 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
12374+ 879642 | 16:13 Avignon Centre | 3h09 | 19:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6206+ 876425 | 16:32 Avignon Centre | 3h46 | 20:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
12374 | 16:41 Avignon TGV | 2h41 | 19:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
6124 | 16:41 Avignon TGV | 2h41 | 19:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
6128+ 879369 | 17:44 Avignon Centre | 3h08 | 20:52 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6198 | 18:04 Avignon Centre | 3h42 | 21:46 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
6128 | 18:14 Avignon TGV | 2h38 | 20:52 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
6260+ 876313 | 18:21 Avignon Centre | 3h43 | 22:04 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6866 · 6260 | 18:50 Avignon TGV | 3h14 | 22:04 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6132+ 879658 | 19:13 Avignon Centre | 3h20 | 22:33 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
9706+ 876431 | 19:33 Avignon Centre | 3h50 | 23:23 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6148 | 19:41 Avignon TGV | 2h48 | 22:29 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
6132 | 19:49 Avignon TGV | 2h44 | 22:33 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
6180 | 19:58 Avignon TGV | 2h43 | 22:41 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 12 September | |||||
6106+ 879309 | 6:46 Avignon Centre | 3h36 | 10:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6194 | 7:03 Avignon Centre | 3h47 | 10:50 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
886182+ 6612 | 7:06 Avignon Centre | 5h02 | 12:08 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6140 | 7:32 Avignon TGV | 3h14 | 10:46 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
6202+ 876407 | 7:36 Avignon Centre | 4h42 | 12:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6106 | 7:41 Avignon TGV | 2h41 | 10:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
12183 · 6612+ 879319 | 8:13 Avignon Centre | 3h55 | 12:08 Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 changes | |
5354 · 6202+ 879323 | 8:44 Avignon Centre | 3h34 | 12:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 changes | |
12183 · 6612 | 8:49 Avignon TGV | 3h19 | 12:08 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
5354 · 6202 | 9:06 Avignon TGV | 3h12 | 12:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6112+ 879325 | 9:13 Avignon Centre | 3h09 | 12:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6112 | 9:41 Avignon TGV | 2h41 | 12:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
12176 · 6616+ 879327 | 9:44 Avignon Centre | 4h14 | 13:58 Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Avignon to Paris run on average 25 times per day, taking around 5h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 577 km distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 577 km |
Average train duration 5h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 5:38 |
Last train 22:13 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 77 days |
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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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Whenever travellers need to make the journey between the two French desinations, they won't be lacking in choice for for trains between Avignon and Paris. Reaching the capital is easy, with 2 direct services on weekdays and 3 on Saturdays (but only indirect options on Sundays). Expect a journey time of around 3 hours 45 minutes for direct journeys. But check for indirect options, as they can often be even quicker.
Trains from Avignon to the French capital are operated by SNCF, which offers high speed TGV connections, and InOui. Both companies offer comfortable, fast links between the two cities, with daily options for passengers to choose.
Train times vary a lot when travelling between Avignon and Paris, so check schedules before booking. Direct trains take between 3 hours 30 minutes and 3 hours 55 minutes. However, many indirect services can be faster, with some reaching Paris in as little as 2 hours 56 minutes.
On any of the week, travellers can expect to choose from up to 3 direct trains to Paris, with service regularity continuing through the weekend. However, there will be 17-21 indirect services on any given day, with very competative travel times, so there's no lack of possibilities.
Departure train station: Trains to Paris from Avignon will depart from Avignon Centre. The station is centrally located, so is very handy for those staying in hotels in the historic city centre. There's a Gare Routiere (bus station) right outside the station entrance, which offers convenient public transport connections to Avignon's suburbs and nearby towns. Look for the LER 18, 22 or 23. All stop at the station.
Arrival train station: Trains from Avignon will arrive at Paris' Gare de Lyon - the main terminus for arrivals from the south. When travellers disembark, they can transfer easily to the Paris Metro, Take the RER D to reach the Gare du Nord. Alternatively, leave the station and head to the Boulevard Diderot, where the bus stop provides access to all areas in central Paris. The station itself has a variety of amenities, including buffet bars and supermarkets, so stocking up on essentials shouldn't be difficult.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Avignon 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 Avignon to Paris trains use the Avignon TGV to Paris Gare de Lyon station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare Montparnasse. Use this guide to compare Avignon and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Avignon TGV is 3 km from Avignon city centre. Public transport options include:
Avignon TGV has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Eric Kayser, Selecta
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located on the south entrance of the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:15 - 12:55, 14:00 - 17:30. Information desks are located at the ticket office in the departure hall.
Available at Avignon TGV: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Avignon TGV: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Avignon TGV: Wheelchair access, personalized assistance service. Contact +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Aparthotel Adagio, Hôtel Mercure Avignon Gare TGV, Hôtel Kyriad Avignon Courtine Gare.
Avignon Centre has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Goût du Jour, Restaurant L'Essentiel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Avignon Centre. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Avignon Centre. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Avignon Centre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Avignon Centre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Avignon Centre: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Novotel Avignon Centre, Mercure Avignon Centre Palais des Papes Hotel, Hotel de l'Horloge.
Montfavet is 5 km from Avignon city centre. Public transport options include:
Montfavet has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montfavet.
Paris Gare de Lyon is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de Lyon 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 Train Bleu, La Fabrique Cookies, The Grand Comptoir, Café Pierre Hermé, Paul, Starbucks, Golden Brioche, Mezzo di Pasta, McDonald's, The Prem1er Café, & many more
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in Hall 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Parisianer, Hôtel Locomo, Hôtel Marceau Bastille.
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.
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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