- 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
£90
Average price
£133
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 40 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
627 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cité de Carcassonne to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cité de Carcassonne to Paris will cost around £133 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.
To travel from Cité de Carcassonne to Paris you need to make at least one change.
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6204Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cité de Carcassonne to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £48.
Distance: 627 km
| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£97 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 54m Average total duration Fastest 6h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 14m Average total duration 9h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Cité de Carcassonne to Paris trains for today, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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6202+ 876203 | 6:48 Carcassonne | 5h30 | 12:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
8508+ 876218 | 8:43 Carcassonne | 6h12 | 14:55 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
4758+ 8412 | 12:31 Carcassonne | 5h58 | 18:29 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
6206+ 4659 | 13:29 Carcassonne | 6h49 | 20:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6206+ 876420 · 876257 | 14:17 Carcassonne | 6h01 | 20:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 changes | |
8516+ 876258 | 15:43 Carcassonne | 6h13 | 21:56 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
6873 · 6632 | 16:29 Carcassonne | 5h31 | 22:00 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
12338+ 876207 | 17:54 Carcassonne | 5h25 | 23:19 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
876236+ 3750 | 20:42 Carcassonne | 10h34 | 7:16 Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 1 change | |
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Trains from Cité de Carcassonne to Paris run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 627 km distance in 5h 24m.
Distance 627 km |
Average train duration 6h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 5h 24m |
First train 5:57 |
Last train 22:14 |
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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 Cité de Carcassonne 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 Cité de Carcassonne to Paris trains use the Carcassonne to Paris Gare de Lyon station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare Montparnasse. Use this guide to compare Cité de Carcassonne and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Carcassonne 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 Bistro, La Table de Norbert
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Carcassonne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Carcassonne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Carcassonne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Carcassonne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Carcassonne: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de la Bastide, Hotel Astoria, Hotel Central.
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 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.
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