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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 17 Sept
£47
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£53
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
3 h 52 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
4 h 7 m
Trains on 17 Sept
6
Distance
405 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Paris will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
To travel from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Paris you need to make at least one change.
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858866 · 464114Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. 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 £21, while a flight costs an average of £134.
Distance: 405 km
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£63 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £134 Average Price | £109 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg 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 Les Sables-d'Olonne to Paris:
A coach is £43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Paris costing on average £63.
A coach is £113 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Paris costing on average £134.
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 53m.
Coach takes on average 5h 15m.
The journey is about 30m faster (3h 53m by train vs 4h 23m by car) and roughly £45 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£63 vs £109). 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.
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 Les Sables-d'Olonne to Paris trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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12472+ 464114 · 858866 | 12:50 Gare des Sables d'Olonne | 4h32 | 17:22 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2 changes | |
8880+ 464116 · 858868 | 13:48 Gare des Sables d'Olonne | 4h34 | 18:22 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2 changes | |
8984+ 67874 | 15:00 Gare des Sables d'Olonne | 4h17 | 19:17 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
8926+ 858872 | 16:28 Gare des Sables d'Olonne | 3h52 | 20:20 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
8884+ 858874 | 17:27 Gare des Sables d'Olonne | 4h00 | 21:27 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
8886+ 858876 | 18:31 Gare des Sables d'Olonne | 3h54 | 22:25 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
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Trains from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Paris run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 20:43. The fastest train covers the 405 km distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 405 km |
Average train duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 5:26 |
Last train 20:43 |
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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 Les Sables-d'Olonne 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 Les Sables-d'Olonne to Paris trains use the Gare des Sables d'Olonne to Paris Gare Montparnasse station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare de l'Est. Use this guide to compare Les Sables-d'Olonne and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gare des Sables d'Olonne has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Fatra, Le Quai des Saveurs, Deliziosa
Ticket office support is available at Gare des Sables d'Olonne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Gare des Sables d'Olonne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare des Sables d'Olonne: Bike Rental.
Nearby hotels include Kyriad Les Sables d'Olonne, Ibis Les Sables d'Olonne Centre.
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.
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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