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Palais Lumière
Main exhibition venue in a former thermal palace, presenting art and heritage shows in one of Évian’s finest historic buildings.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£65
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£104
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 21 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 21 m
Trains on 18 Sept
13
Distance
419 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Évian-les-Bains is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Évian-les-Bains will cost around £104 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.
To travel from Paris to Évian-les-Bains you need to make at least 2 changes.
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L1 (23324)Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Évian-les-Bains among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £38 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 £38, while a flight costs an average of £100.
Distance: 419 km
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£77 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest | £100 Average Price | £131 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 13m Average total duration 8h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.5kg 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 Paris to Évian-les-Bains:
A coach is £39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Évian-les-Bains costing on average £77.
A coach is £62 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Évian-les-Bains costing on average £100.
Other travel options to Évian-les-Bains take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 24m.
Coach takes on average 8h 43m.
The journey is about 1h 58m faster (4h 24m by train vs 6h 22m by car) and roughly £54 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£77 vs £131). 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 Paris to Évian-les-Bains 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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9761+ 34517 | On time 6:16 Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h54 | 12:10 Évian-les-Bains station | 1 change | |
6641+ 34517+ 96504 | 6:20 Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h50 | 12:10 Évian-les-Bains station | 2 changes | |
9763+ 884517 | 8:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h21 | 13:39 Évian-les-Bains station | 1 change | |
9763+ 884613+ L1 (23316) | 8:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h21 | 12:39 Évian-les-Bains station | 2 changes | |
9765+ 884521 | 10:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h21 | 15:39 Évian-les-Bains station | 1 change | |
9765+ 884701+ L1 (23318) | 10:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h21 | 14:39 Évian-les-Bains station | 2 changes | |
9773+ 884525 | 12:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h21 | 17:39 Évian-les-Bains station | 1 change | |
9775+ 884625+ L1 (23322) | 14:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h21 | 18:39 Évian-les-Bains station | 2 changes | |
9777+ 884539 | 16:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h21 | 21:39 Évian-les-Bains station | 1 change | |
9777+ L1 (23324)+ 884629 | 16:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h21 | 20:39 Évian-les-Bains station | 2 changes | |
9781+ 884543 | 18:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h21 | 23:39 Évian-les-Bains station | 1 change | |
9781+ 884633+ L1 (23328) | 18:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h21 | 22:39 Évian-les-Bains station | 2 changes | |
6669+ 96530 · 884543 | 18:26 Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h13 | 23:39 Évian-les-Bains station | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Paris to Évian-les-Bains run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:10, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 419 km distance in 4h 21m.
Distance 419 km |
Average train duration 4h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 21m |
First train 2:10 |
Last train 20:18 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Évian-les-Bains — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Évian-les-Bains trip today.
Main exhibition venue in a former thermal palace, presenting art and heritage shows in one of Évian’s finest historic buildings.
Small civic museum focused on local history, old documents and objects that help explain the town’s spa and lakeside identity.
Nearby art and heritage museum in a historic castle above the lake, worth the short trip for regional collections and views.
Popular promenade along the lake with mountain views, seating and easy walking access to many of the town’s main sights.
Landscaped lakeside park with flowers, sculptures and broad views over Lake Geneva, ideal for a gentle stroll in central Évian.
Central pedestrian street lined with shops and historic façades, useful for exploring the heart of town between the station and lake.
Savoyard dish of potatoes, Reblochon cheese, lardons and onions, baked until melting. A mountain staple widely eaten around Lake Geneva.
Melted cheese dish of Abondance, Beaufort and Emmental with white wine, served with bread. Traditional in Haute-Savoie and popular in winter.
Thin buckwheat pancakes from nearby Savoie, often filled with cheese, ham or egg. The plain buckwheat batter is traditional and regionally common.
Elegant hotel restaurant serving refined French cuisine with lake views. Best for a polished meal in a grand Belle Époque setting.
Established restaurant in the Hôtel Ermitage area with seasonal French dishes and an upscale yet calm resort feel.
Traditional lakeside brasserie known for regional dishes, fish and classic French cooking. Relaxed atmosphere near the waterfront.
Moderate for France: lakeside hotels can be pricey in peak season, but dining and local transport are generally manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Gare d'Évian-les-Bains -> Palais Lumière, Évian-les-Bains
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Évian-les-Bains 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 Évian-les-Bains, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris to Évian-les-Bains trains use the Paris Gare de Lyon to Évian-les-Bains station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris and Évian-les-Bains train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Évian-les-Bains has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Cygne, La Table du Baron
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Ticket office support is available at Évian-les-Bains. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Évian-les-Bains. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Évian-les-Bains: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Évian-les-Bains: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Évian-les-Bains: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Evian-les-Bains, Hotel Royal - Evian Resort, Hôtel de France.
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