
Business
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Free drinks
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Newspapers and magazines
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£47
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£84
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
2 h 59 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
3 h 1 m
Trains on 05 Sept
22
Distance
481 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grenoble to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grenoble to Paris will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 22 trains from Grenoble to Paris, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 481 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 3 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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6906Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grenoble to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 57m. 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 coach costs an average of £23, while a flight costs an average of £120.
Distance: 481 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£72 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £120 Average Price | £137 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.9kg 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 Grenoble to Paris:
A coach is £49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grenoble to Paris costing on average £72.
A coach is £96 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Grenoble to Paris costing on average £120.
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 43m.
Coach takes on average 5h 48m.
The journey is about 1h 15m faster (4h 43m by train vs 5h 58m by car) and roughly £64 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£72 vs £137). 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, 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 Grenoble to Paris trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | 18:38 Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne - Vallée de l'Arvan | 3h58 | 22:36 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | 19:22 Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux | 3h14 | 22:36 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
6690+ 17600 | 5:21 Gare de Grenoble | 3h41 | 9:02 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6608+ 17604 | 6:21 Gare de Grenoble | 3h47 | 10:08 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6906 | 7:47 Gare de Grenoble | 3h03 | 10:50 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
6612+ 17612 | 8:21 Gare de Grenoble | 3h47 | 12:08 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
12330+ 17510 | 8:30 Gare de Grenoble | 3h48 | 12:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6908 | 9:46 Gare de Grenoble | 3h00 | 12:46 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
6616+ 17616 | 10:21 Gare de Grenoble | 3h37 | 13:58 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6694+ 17618 | 11:21 Gare de Grenoble | 3h39 | 15:00 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6910 | 12:47 Gare de Grenoble | 2h59 | 15:46 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
6622+ 17622 | 13:21 Gare de Grenoble | 3h39 | 17:00 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6204+ 17522 | 13:30 Gare de Grenoble | 3h48 | 17:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6920 | 14:45 Gare de Grenoble | 3h01 | 17:46 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
6626+ 17626 | 15:21 Gare de Grenoble | 3h39 | 19:00 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
9246+ 17578 | 15:26 Gare de Grenoble | 3h48 | 19:14 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6628+ 17628 | 16:21 Gare de Grenoble | 3h47 | 20:08 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6206+ 17530 | 16:30 Gare de Grenoble | 3h48 | 20:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6630+ 17632 | 17:21 Gare de Grenoble | 3h39 | 21:00 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
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Trains from Grenoble to Paris run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 481 km distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 481 km |
Average train duration 4h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 5:07 |
Last train 21:39 |
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Well-known crêperie specialising in Breton galettes and sweet crêpes, with a cosy, long-established atmosphere in Montparnasse.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grenoble 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 Grenoble to Paris trains use the Gare de Grenoble to Paris Gare de Lyon station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare Montparnasse. Use this guide to compare Grenoble and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gare de Grenoble 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 Gratin Dauphinois, Le Petit Bouche
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Grenoble. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Grenoble. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Grenoble: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Grenoble: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Grenoble: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Residhotel Central Gare, ibis Styles Grenoble Centre Gare, Hotel Europole.
Grenoble, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Gratin Dauphinois, Restaurant L'Inattendu
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Grenoble, Gare Routière. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Grenoble, Gare Routière. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Grenoble, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Grenoble, Gare Routière: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grenoble, Gare Routière: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europole, Novotel Grenoble Centre, Ibis Styles Grenoble Centre Gare.
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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