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Musée Paul Valéry
Museum on Paul Valéry with art, manuscripts and exhibitions, plus one of the city’s finest viewpoints above the Mediterranean and marine cemetery.
Cheapest price on 11 Sept
£66
Average ticket price on 11 Sept
£131
Fastest journey on 11 Sept
3 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 11 Sept
3 h 44 m
Trains on 11 Sept
11
Distance
615 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Sète is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Sète will cost around £131 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.
On Fri 11 Sept, we found 11 trains from Paris to Sète, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 615 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 50 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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6221Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Sète among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £34 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, while a train costs an average of £85.
Distance: 615 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£85 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest | £85 Average Price | £157 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 38m Average total duration 9h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 3.7kg 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 Sète:
A coach is £51 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Sète costing on average £85.
A coach is £51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Sète costing on average £85.
Other travel options to Sète take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 52m.
Coach takes on average 9h 8m.
The journey is about 54m faster (6h 52m by train vs 7h 46m by car) and roughly £72 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£85 vs £157). 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, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, 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 Paris to Sète trains for today, Thursday 10 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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5781+ 881406+ 4756 | On time 20:57 Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 12h23 | 9:20 Sète station | 2 changes | |
3751+ 6871 | On time 22:14 Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 11h23 | 9:37 Sète station | 1 change | |
3751+ 6871+ 860537 | 22:23 Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 11h14 | 9:37 Sète station | 2 changes | |
| Friday 11 September | |||||
6221 | 6:42 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h50 | 10:32 Sète station | 0 changesdirect | |
9713+ 876414 | 7:42 Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h06 | 12:48 Sète station | 1 change | |
6681 · 5521+ 876349 | 7:52 Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h52 | 13:44 Sète station | 2 changes | |
6229 | 10:42 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h49 | 14:31 Sète station | 0 changesdirect | |
6275+ 86987 | 10:56 Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h11 | 15:07 Sète station | 1 change | |
6619 · 9879+ 876429 | 15:00 Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h09 | 20:09 Sète station | 2 changes | |
6277 | 16:56 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h36 | 20:32 Sète station | 0 changesdirect | |
6225 | 17:42 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h49 | 21:31 Sète station | 0 changesdirect | |
6627 · 9836 | 17:52 Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h31 | 22:23 Sète station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Paris to Sète run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 615 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 615 km |
Average train duration 6h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 35m |
First train 5:09 |
Last train 22:14 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Sète — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sète trip today.
Museum on Paul Valéry with art, manuscripts and exhibitions, plus one of the city’s finest viewpoints above the Mediterranean and marine cemetery.
Dedicated to Georges Brassens, this interactive museum explores the singer’s life, songs and influence through recordings, objects and displays.
Regional contemporary art centre in a former warehouse, showing changing exhibitions by French and international artists near the old harbour.
Panoramic hill above Sète with walking routes, gardens and sweeping views over the port, sea, beaches and Thau lagoon.
Lively canal lined with quays, boats and townhouses. It captures Sète’s maritime character and is especially pleasant for an evening stroll.
The city’s main seafront promenade, ideal for walking beside the beach, with broad sea views and easy access to the Corniche district.
A rich tomato and saffron fish soup with monkfish or conger, potatoes and aioli. It is Sète’s signature fishermen’s dish.
Octopus stuffed with a savoury mixture, then gently braised in tomato sauce. A classic Sétois family dish linked to local Italian heritage.
Cuttlefish simmered in a tomato, wine and herb sauce, often served with rice or pasta. A staple of Sète’s port cooking.
Elegant restaurant focused on polished fish and seafood cookery, suited to a more leisurely dinner near the harbour.
Well-regarded waterside address serving refined Mediterranean dishes, especially seafood, in a smart but relaxed setting.
Lively seafood restaurant on the quays, known for shellfish platters, local fish and a traditional port atmosphere.
Moderate for southern France: lodging rises in summer, seafood dining is mid-priced, and local buses are inexpensive.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés if you wish.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Sète 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 Sète, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris to Sète trains use the Paris Gare de Lyon to Sète station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris and Sète 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.
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 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.
Sète is 1 km from Sète city centre. Public transport options include:
Sète 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: Le Grand Bleu, La Marine
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Ticket office support is available at Sète. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Sète. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sète: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sète: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sète: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de Paris, Hotel L'Orque Bleue, Hotel Azur.
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