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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
£19
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£19
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
57 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 1 m
Trains on 18 Sept
30
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chartres to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chartres to Paris will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 30 trains from Chartres to Paris, including 30 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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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862512Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chartres to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 78 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£17 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Chartres to Paris:
A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chartres to Paris costing on average £17.
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 31m.
The journey is about 8m faster (1h 7m by train vs 1h 15m by car) and roughly £4 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£17 vs £21). 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 TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, TER REMI.
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 Chartres 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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862402 | 5:43 Chartres station | 1h08 | 6:51 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862404 | 6:06 Chartres station | 1h15 | 7:21 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862460 | 6:32 Chartres station | 1h03 | 7:35 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862406 | 6:36 Chartres station | 1h14 | 7:50 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862502 | 6:56 Chartres station | 0h57 | 7:53 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862408 | 7:00 Chartres station | 1h06 | 8:06 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862410 | 7:04 Chartres station | 1h16 | 8:20 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862504 | 7:20 Chartres station | 1h04 | 8:24 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862462 | 7:31 Chartres station | 1h04 | 8:35 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862412 | 7:35 Chartres station | 1h15 | 8:50 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862506 | 7:49 Chartres station | 1h04 | 8:53 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862416 | 8:06 Chartres station | 1h15 | 9:21 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862540 | 8:34 Chartres station | 1h02 | 9:36 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862508 | 8:51 Chartres station | 1h02 | 9:53 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862418 | 9:31 Chartres station | 1h15 | 10:46 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862512 | 10:51 Chartres station | 1h02 | 11:53 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862422 | 11:36 Chartres station | 1h15 | 12:51 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862516 | 12:52 Chartres station | 1h01 | 13:53 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862426 | 13:36 Chartres station | 1h15 | 14:51 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862520 | 14:50 Chartres station | 1h03 | 15:53 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862430 | 15:38 Chartres station | 1h13 | 16:51 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862432 | 16:37 Chartres station | 1h00 | 17:37 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862524 | 16:51 Chartres station | 1h02 | 17:53 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862472 | 17:36 Chartres station | 1h15 | 18:51 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862436 | 18:06 Chartres station | 1h15 | 19:21 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862438 | 18:37 Chartres station | 1h08 | 19:45 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862528 | 18:53 Chartres station | 1h03 | 19:56 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862529+ 8884 | 19:08 Chartres station | 2h19 | 21:27 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
862482 | 19:36 Chartres station | 1h20 | 20:56 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862532 | 20:48 Chartres station | 1h05 | 21:53 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
862444 | 21:14 Chartres station | 1h10 | 22:24 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Chartres to Paris run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 78 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 78 km |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:32 |
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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 Chartres 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 Chartres to Paris trains use the Chartres to Paris Gare Montparnasse station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz. Use this guide to compare Chartres and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Chartres 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: Le Georges, Café Bleu
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Chartres. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Chartres. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chartres: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chartres: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chartres: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Originals Boutique, Hotel Les Poèmes de Chartres, Mercure Chartres Centre Cathédrale, Timhotel Chartres Cathédrale.
Chartres, Pôle d'Échange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurant and café available inside the station.
Wi-Fi is available at Chartres, Pôle d'Échange. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Chartres, Pôle d'Échange.
Available at Chartres, Pôle d'Échange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chartres, Pôle d'Échange: Station equipped with elevators and ramps for disabled access.
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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