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Musée de Surgères
Museum presenting local history and heritage inside the castle area, with displays that help explain Surgères and its surroundings.
Cheapest price on 21 Sept
£43
Average ticket price on 21 Sept
£66
Fastest journey on 21 Sept
2 h 31 m
Average journey duration on 21 Sept
2 h 40 m
Trains on 21 Sept
10
Distance
384 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Surgeres is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Surgeres will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
On Mon 21 Sept, we found 10 trains from Paris to Surgeres, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 384 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 56 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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L14 (863467)
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D14 (863459)
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D14 (863451)
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D14 (863451)Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Surgeres among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £51 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, while a train costs an average of £75.
Distance: 384 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£75 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest | £109 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 44m Average total duration 8h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Surgeres:
A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Surgeres costing on average £62.
Other travel options to Surgeres take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 14m.
The journey is about 1h 49m faster (2h 44m by train vs 4h 33m by car) and roughly £47 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£62 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 Paris to Surgeres trains for today, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8361 | On time 13:35 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h19 | 15:54 Surgères | 0 changesdirect | |
8485+ D14 (863473) | On time 14:16 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h53 | 17:09 Surgères | 1 change | |
8389+ L14 (863475) | 16:45 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 3h54 | 20:39 Surgères | 1 change | |
8391 | 18:27 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h31 | 20:58 Surgères | 0 changesdirect | |
8393 | 19:19 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h42 | 22:01 Surgères | 0 changesdirect | |
8395 | 20:25 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h40 | 23:05 Surgères | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 21 September | |||||
8423+ D14 (863451) | 8:01 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h56 | 10:57 Surgères | 1 change | |
8375 | 9:31 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h31 | 12:02 Surgères | 0 changesdirect | |
8445+ L14 (863455) | 10:04 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 3h41 | 13:45 Surgères | 1 change | |
8377 | 12:18 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h40 | 14:58 Surgères | 0 changesdirect | |
8333+ D14 (863459) | 12:30 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 4h10 | 16:40 Surgères | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Paris to Surgeres run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 384 km distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 384 km |
Average train duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 5:55 |
Last train 21:30 |
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Discover the best of Surgeres — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Surgeres trip today.
Museum presenting local history and heritage inside the castle area, with displays that help explain Surgères and its surroundings.
Interpretation space on regional dairy traditions and the importance of butter-making in Charente-Maritime.
Small exhibition venue hosting temporary art displays and cultural presentations in the town’s heritage setting.
Leafy public garden beside the castle walls, ideal for a quiet stroll and views of Surgères’ historic heart.
Walkable historic quarter around the château, church and ramparts, best explored slowly to appreciate the medieval layout.
Main square in the town centre, framed by civic buildings and useful as a starting point for exploring shops and heritage sites.
Small oysters from the nearby Marennes-Oléron basin, prized locally for their refined, briny flavour and strong coastal tradition.
Mussels cooked with local ingredients such as white wine, cream or Charentais flavours, reflecting the shellfish culture of the Atlantic coast.
A rich fish soup from the Charente coast, traditionally made with several fish and shellfish and valued as a classic regional seaside dish.
Casual crêperie in the centre of Surgères, known for savoury galettes, sweet crêpes and an easy-going atmosphere.
Traditional French restaurant in Surgères serving regional dishes in a relaxed small-town setting.
Established local restaurant offering French cuisine and a welcoming dining room suited to a relaxed meal in town.
Surgeres is cheaper than major French tourist cities. Dining and local stays are moderate, and day-to-day transport costs are usually low.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Surgeres 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 Surgeres, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris to Surgeres trains use the Paris Gare Montparnasse to Surgères station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris and Surgeres train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Surgères 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 Bistrot de la Gare, Restaurant L'Atelier Gourmand
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Surgères. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Surgères. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Surgères: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Surgères: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Surgères: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de la Gare, Hotel Le Logis de la Garenne, Hotel Le Saint Georges.
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