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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 23 Sept
£101
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£105
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
3 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
3 h 49 m
Trains on 23 Sept
4
Distance
425 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fribourg to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fribourg to Paris will cost around £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £101.
To travel from Fribourg to Paris you need to make at least one change.
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18122Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Fribourg to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £57 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £57, while a flight costs an average of £380.
Distance: 425 km
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£57 Average Price Cheapest | £380 Average Price | £59 Average Price | £159 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 47m Average total duration 10h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.1kg 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 Fribourg to Paris:
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Fribourg to Paris costing on average £59.
A train is £323 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fribourg to Paris costing on average £380.
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 20m.
Coach takes on average 10h 17m.
The journey is about 52m faster (5h 20m by train vs 6h 12m by car) and roughly £102 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£57 vs £159). 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.
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 Fribourg to Paris trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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9264+ 18122 | 7:06 Neuchatel | 4h02 | 11:08 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
9264+ 18122 | 7:29 Travers | 3h39 | 11:08 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
9270+ 18128 | 16:06 Neuchatel | 3h58 | 20:04 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
9270+ 18128 | 16:29 Travers | 3h35 | 20:04 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
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Trains from Fribourg to Paris run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:37, the last at 19:22. The fastest train covers the 425 km distance in 3h 28m.
Distance 425 km |
Average train duration 5h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 0:37 |
Last train 19:22 |
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Best time to book 35 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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fribourg 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 Fribourg to Paris trains use the Fribourg to Paris Gare de Lyon station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare de l'Est. Use this guide to compare Fribourg and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Fribourg 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 Pérolles, Café du Midi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Fribourg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Fribourg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fribourg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Fribourg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fribourg: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alpha, Hotel de la Rose, NH Fribourg Hotel.
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 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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