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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 20 Sept
£48
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£74
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
1 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
2 h 17 m
Trains on 20 Sept
8
Distance
334 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Forbach to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Forbach to Paris will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £48.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 8 trains from Forbach to Paris, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 334 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 45 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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2892Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Forbach to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a flight costs an average of £110.
Distance: 334 km
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£50 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £110 Average Price | £88 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 1h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg 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 Forbach to Paris:
A coach is £23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Forbach to Paris costing on average £50.
A coach is £350 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Forbach to Paris costing on average £376.
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 8m.
Coach takes on average 4h 46m.
The journey is about 1h 55m faster (2h 3m by train vs 3h 58m by car) and roughly £38 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£50 vs £88). 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 TGV, 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 Forbach to Paris trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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88824+ 2654 | On time 5:03 Gare de Forbach | 3h47 | 8:50 Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
2860+ 88830 | 7:33 Gare de Forbach | 2h47 | 10:20 Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
2870+ 88846 | 13:33 Gare de Forbach | 2h57 | 16:30 Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
9552 | 15:12 Gare de Forbach | 1h38 | 16:50 Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 changesdirect | |
2872+ 88862 | 15:33 Gare de Forbach | 2h57 | 18:30 Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
2550+ 23754 · 88532 | 17:33 Gare de Forbach | 3h32 | 21:05 Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 changes | |
2886+ 23820 | 18:33 Gare de Forbach | 2h40 | 21:13 Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
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Trains from Forbach to Paris run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 21:12. The fastest train covers the 334 km distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 334 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 21:12 |
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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 Forbach 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 Forbach to Paris trains use the Gare de Forbach to Paris Gare de l'Est station pair. Use this guide to compare Forbach and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gare de Forbach has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Petit Gourmet, Restaurant La Table d'Anna
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Forbach. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Forbach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Forbach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Forbach: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Forbach: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Forbach, Hotel Premium.
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.
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