The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Paris
Cheapest price
£371
Average price
£523
Fastest journey
5 h 12 m
Average duration
5 h 17 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
374 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Paris will cost around £523 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £371.
To travel from Reading to Paris you need to make at least 2 changes.
G15045+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+
903612:475h15Reading station (RDG)19:02Paris Gare du Nord£3711One-way2 changes
W35227+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+
903612:355h27Reading station (RDG)19:02Paris Gare du Nord£3711One-way2 changes
G14902+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+
903612:435h19Reading station (RDG)19:02Paris Gare du Nord£3711One-way2 changes
L80706+
Tube from Vauxhall to London St Pancras International+
904412:397h21Reading station (RDG)21:00Paris Gare du Nord£5471One-way2 changes
W35367+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+
904413:026h58Reading station (RDG)21:00Paris Gare du Nord£5591One-way2 changes
W35434+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+
904414:485h12Reading station (RDG)21:00Paris Gare du Nord£5591One-way2 changes
G15045+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+
903612:475h15Reading station (RDG)19:02Paris Gare du Nord£3711One-way2 changes
G14904+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+
904414:445h16Reading station (RDG)21:00Paris Gare du Nord£5591One-way2 changes
G14902+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+
903612:435h19Reading station (RDG)19:02Paris Gare du Nord£3711One-way2 changes
W35231+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+
904414:365h24Reading station (RDG)21:00Paris Gare du Nord£5591One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Reading to Paris
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Reading to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £57.
Distance: 374 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£89 Average Price | £55 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 22m Average total duration 10h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Reading to Paris train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Paris trains for tomorrow, Friday 22 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W35227+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ 9036 | 12:35 Reading station (RDG) | 5h27 | 19:02 Paris Gare du Nord | 2 changes | |
L80706+ Tube from Vauxhall to London St Pancras International+ 9044 | 12:39 Reading station (RDG) | 7h21 | 21:00 Paris Gare du Nord | 2 changes | |
G14902+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ 9036 | 12:43 Reading station (RDG) | 5h19 | 19:02 Paris Gare du Nord | 2 changes | |
G15045+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ 9044 | 12:47 Reading station (RDG) | 7h13 | 21:00 Paris Gare du Nord | 2 changes | |
G15045+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ 9036 | 12:47 Reading station (RDG) | 5h15 | 19:02 Paris Gare du Nord | 2 changes | |
G15045+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ 9038 | 12:47 Reading station (RDG) | 5h43 | 19:30 Paris Gare du Nord | 2 changes | |
W35367+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ 9038 | 13:02 Reading station (RDG) | 5h28 | 19:30 Paris Gare du Nord | 2 changes | |
W35367+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ 9046 | 13:02 Reading station (RDG) | 7h22 | 21:24 Paris Gare du Nord | 2 changes | |
W35367+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ 9044 | 13:02 Reading station (RDG) | 6h58 | 21:00 Paris Gare du Nord | 2 changes | |
G14992+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ 9044 | 14:29 Reading station (RDG) | 5h31 | 21:00 Paris Gare du Nord | 2 changes | |
G14992+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ 9046 | 14:29 Reading station (RDG) | 5h55 | 21:24 Paris Gare du Nord | 2 changes | |
W35231+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ 9044 | 14:36 Reading station (RDG) | 5h24 | 21:00 Paris Gare du Nord | 2 changes | |
G14904+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ 9044 | 14:44 Reading station (RDG) | 5h16 | 21:00 Paris Gare du Nord | 2 changes | |
G14904+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ 9046 | 14:44 Reading station (RDG) | 5h40 | 21:24 Paris Gare du Nord | 2 changes | |
W35434+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ 9044 | 14:48 Reading station (RDG) | 5h12 | 21:00 Paris Gare du Nord | 2 changes | |
W35434+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ 9046 | 14:48 Reading station (RDG) | 5h36 | 21:24 Paris Gare du Nord | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Paris
Trains from Reading to Paris run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 374 km distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 374 km |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 6:01 |
Last train 21:13 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Eurostar from Reading to Paris trainsEurostar trains will get you between Reading and Paris from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Reading to Paris train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Paris
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance.
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 18 Rue de Dunkerque.
- Terminus Nord
- Chez Casimir
- Brasserie Terminus Nord
- McDonald’s
- Bonne Journeé
- Autogrill Grignotin
- Autogrill Chips & Snacks
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
- €0.70
- Hotel Whistler
- Mercure Paris Gare du Nord
- Ibis Paris Gare du Nord
- Le Matissia
- OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- 1200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-19 for train to Lille, Brussels, Amsterdam, Cologne
- Hall 2: Eurostar check-in for train to London
- Hall 3: Eastern side concourse served by platform 20-21 & 30-36 used by TER & suburban trains
- Hall 4: leading to RER platform
- Metro: Line 4, Line 5
- RER: Line B, Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
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