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Musée de Vire
Local museum presenting Vire’s history, daily life and wartime memory. A practical first stop for understanding the town and surrounding Bocage.
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£39
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£59
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
2 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
2 h 36 m
Trains on 19 Sept
8
Distance
237 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Vire is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Vire will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 8 trains from Paris to Vire, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 237 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 40 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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3453Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris to Vire among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £50 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £50, while a flight costs an average of £539.
Distance: 237 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£50 Average Price Cheapest | £539 Average Price | £54 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Vire:
A train is £323 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Vire costing on average £357.
Other travel options to Vire take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 11m.
Flight takes on average 13h 44m.
The journey is about 1h 15m faster (2h 40m by train vs 3h 55m by car) and roughly £20 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£34 vs £54). 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 TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.
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 Vire trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3453 | 8:53 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h40 | 11:33 Gare de Vire | 0 changesdirect | |
3405 | 8:53 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h40 | 11:33 Gare de Vire | 0 changesdirect | |
3411 | 10:54 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h30 | 13:24 Gare de Vire | 0 changesdirect | |
8717+ 852862+ 3430 | 11:57 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 4h29 | 16:26 Gare de Vire | 2 changes | |
3421 | 13:54 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h38 | 16:32 Gare de Vire | 0 changesdirect | |
8723+ 3459+ 852868 | 14:57 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 4h23 | 19:20 Gare de Vire | 2 changes | |
3429 | 16:52 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h33 | 19:25 Gare de Vire | 0 changesdirect | |
3447 | 19:53 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h39 | 22:32 Gare de Vire | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Paris to Vire run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 237 km distance in 2h 24m.
Distance 237 km |
Average train duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 5:12 |
Last train 20:40 |
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Discover the best of Vire — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vire trip today.
Local museum presenting Vire’s history, daily life and wartime memory. A practical first stop for understanding the town and surrounding Bocage.
Interpretation space devoted to local rural heritage and the bocage landscape. A good choice for visitors interested in regional traditions.
Small heritage exhibition space highlighting local archives, images and temporary displays. Worth a brief visit for town history enthusiasts.
Central square framed by civic buildings and shops. It is a natural starting point for exploring Vire on foot and watching local life.
Scenic walking area along the river and valley edge. It offers fresh air, greenery and some of the best easy strolls near the centre.
Pleasant green space for a short walk, close to the historic core. It is popular for relaxing and seeing the town from a calmer angle.
Andouille de Vire is a smoked pork chitterling sausage, slowly dried over beechwood. It is the town’s signature speciality with a deep, robust flavour.
Tripes à la mode de Caen is a long-simmered Norman tripe stew with cider, calvados and vegetables. It is a classic regional comfort dish.
Boudin noir is a rich blood sausage often served with apples in Normandy. It reflects the region’s traditional pork cookery and farmhouse cuisine.
Refined hotel restaurant in a historic setting, serving polished French cuisine with a quieter atmosphere for a more formal meal.
Traditional crêperie serving galettes, crêpes and Norman cider in a relaxed town-centre setting popular for casual meals.
Established French restaurant offering classic regional dishes and a comfortable brasserie atmosphere suited to lunch or dinner.
Moderate for rural France: stays and meals cost less than in Paris or the coast, while local transport is limited and most visitors rely on a car.
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Vire 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 Vire, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris to Vire trains use the Paris Gare Montparnasse to Vire station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris and Vire 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.
Paris Gare Saint-Lazare is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare Saint-Lazare has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Lazarus, Naked, Burger King, Class'Croute, Fred's, La Croissanterie, Maestro, PAUL, Picto, Starbucks
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.". ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 08:00 - 19:30, Sat: 10:00 - 18:00. Information desks are open daily from 05:00 to 01:15, located on the platform level facing Track 5.
Available at Paris Gare Saint-Lazare: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare Saint-Lazare: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare Saint-Lazare: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Paris Opera, Grand Hotel Du Calvados, Austin's Saint Lazare Hotel.
Vire is 1 km from Vire city centre. Public transport options include:
Vire 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 La Table, Le Robbery
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Ticket office support is available at Vire. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Vire. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vire: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vire: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vire: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de France Vire, Campanile Vire.
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