- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
The World’s most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities collections, and major French masterpieces. Essential for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$190
Average price
$265
Fastest journey
5 h 24 m
Average duration
5 h 36 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
411 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Biel/Bienne to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Biel/Bienne to Paris will cost around $265 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $190.
It's difficult to get from Biel/Bienne to Paris without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 51 1624 | 1624 · IC 902 | 902+
6506+
96574
IC 5 524 | 524 · IR 90 1824 | 1824+
96574+
6506
IC 51 1612 | 1612 · IC 1 708 | 708+
9774
IC 51 1614 | 1614 · IC 1 710 | 710+
9774
IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 1812+
9774
IC 5 530 | 530 · IR 90 1830 | 1830+
9784
IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 1814+
9770
IC 5 522 | 522 · IR 90 1822 | 1822+
9776
IC 51 1622 | 1622 · IC 1 718 | 718+
9776
IC 51 1614 | 1614 · IC 1 710 | 710+
9770Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Biel/Bienne to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a train costs an average of $276.
Distance: 255 miles (411 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$287 Average price | $68 Average price Cheapest | $209 Average price | $221 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 37m Average total duration 9h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Biel/Bienne to Paris:
A bus is $140 (€115) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Biel/Bienne to Paris costing on average $209 (€171).
A bus is $218 (€179) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Biel/Bienne to Paris costing on average $287 (€235).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 2m.
Bus takes on average 9h 7m.
You'll arrive about 59m sooner (5h 2m by train vs 6h 1m by car). Tickets start at around $287 (€235) compared to roughly $221 (€181) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Biel/Bienne to Paris trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 5 510 | 510 · IR 90 1810 | 1810+ 9770 | 8:18 AM Biel/Bienne | 7h24 | 3:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
IC 5 510 | 510 · IR 90 1810 | 1810+ 9776 | 8:18 AM Biel/Bienne | 11h24 | 7:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
IC 5 510 | 510 · IR 90 1810 | 1810+ 9774 | 8:18 AM Biel/Bienne | 9h24 | 5:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
IC 51 1612 | 1612 · IC 1 708 | 708+ 9774 | 8:48 AM Biel/Bienne | 8h54 | 5:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
IC 51 1612 | 1612 · IC 1 708 | 708+ 9770 | 8:48 AM Biel/Bienne | 6h54 | 3:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
IC 51 1612 | 1612 · IC 1 708 | 708+ 9776 | 8:48 AM Biel/Bienne | 10h54 | 7:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 1812+ 9776 | 9:18 AM Biel/Bienne | 10h24 | 7:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 1812+ 9770 | 9:18 AM Biel/Bienne | 6h24 | 3:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 1812+ 9774 | 9:18 AM Biel/Bienne | 8h24 | 5:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
IC 51 1614 | 1614 · IC 1 710 | 710+ 9776 | 9:48 AM Biel/Bienne | 9h54 | 7:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
IC 51 1614 | 1614 · IC 1 710 | 710+ 9770 | 9:48 AM Biel/Bienne | 5h54 | 3:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
IC 51 1614 | 1614 · IC 1 710 | 710+ 9774 | 9:48 AM Biel/Bienne | 7h54 | 5:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 1814+ 9776 | 10:18 AM Biel/Bienne | 9h24 | 7:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 1814+ 9774 | 10:18 AM Biel/Bienne | 7h24 | 5:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 1814+ 9770 | 10:18 AM Biel/Bienne | 5h24 | 3:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
IC 5 520 | 520 · IR 90 1820 | 1820+ 96570+ 6696 | 1:18 PM Biel/Bienne | 6h16 | 7:34 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3 transfers | |
IC 5 520 | 520 · IR 90 1820 | 1820+ 9780 | 1:18 PM Biel/Bienne | 8h24 | 9:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
IC 5 520 | 520 · IR 90 1820 | 1820+ 9776 | 1:18 PM Biel/Bienne | 6h24 | 7:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
IC 51 1622 | 1622 · IC 1 718 | 718+ 9780 | 1:48 PM Biel/Bienne | 7h54 | 9:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
IC 51 1622 | 1622 · IC 1 718 | 718+ 9776 | 1:48 PM Biel/Bienne | 5h54 | 7:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
IC 51 1622 | 1622 · IC 1 718 | 718+ 96646 · 17960 | 1:48 PM Biel/Bienne | 7h12 | 9:00 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 4 transfers | |
IC 5 522 | 522 · IR 90 1822 | 1822+ 96646 · 17960 | 2:18 PM Biel/Bienne | 6h42 | 9:00 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 4 transfers | |
IC 5 522 | 522 · IR 90 1822 | 1822+ 9780 | 2:18 PM Biel/Bienne | 7h24 | 9:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
IC 5 522 | 522 · IR 90 1822 | 1822+ 9776 | 2:18 PM Biel/Bienne | 5h24 | 7:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
IC 51 1624 | 1624 · IC 902 | 902+ 9780 | 2:48 PM Biel/Bienne | 6h54 | 9:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
IC 5 524 | 524 · IR 90 1824 | 1824+ 9780 | 3:18 PM Biel/Bienne | 6h24 | 9:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Biel/Bienne to Paris run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $276 (€226) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:22, the last at 19:07. The fastest train covers the 255 miles (411 km) distance in 6h 3m.
Distance 255 miles (411 km) |
Average train duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $276 (€226) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 3m |
First train 12:22 AM |
Last train 7:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
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The World’s most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities collections, and major French masterpieces. Essential for first-time visitors.
A Former railway station turned museum, best known for its outstanding Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collection including Monet, Van Gogh, and Degas.
Paris’s iconic modern and contemporary art museum, famous for its inside-out architecture and strong international collection. A top choice for modern art fans.
A Hilltop district known for village-like streets, artists, staircases, and cinematic city views. One of Paris’s most atmospheric walking areas.
A Historic neighborhood mixing elegant mansions, boutiques, galleries, and lively streets. Popular with both locals and visitors for wandering.
Paris’s most famous avenue, stretching from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe. Best known for grand urban scenery and flagship stores.
Buttery, flaky viennoiserie closely associated with Parisian breakfast culture and best enjoyed fresh from a neighborhood boulangerie.
The iconic Paris loaf with a crisp crust and chewy crumb, central to daily meals and protected by French baking tradition.
Classic onion soup enriched with stock and topped with bread and melted cheese, a long-standing Paris bistro favorite.
Luxury fine-dining restaurant at Le Bristol Paris, renowned for haute cuisine, exceptional service, and elegant surroundings.
Well-known Saint-Germain bistro celebrated for polished classic French cooking in an intimate, bustling setting.
Established Paris bistro famous for steak frites and traditional seasonal dishes with a warm neighborhood feel.
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Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis; small change is fine at cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Biel/Bienne 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.

Most Biel/Bienne to Paris trains use the Biel/Bienne to Paris Gare de Lyon station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare de l'Est. Use this guide to compare Biel/Bienne and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Biel/Bienne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Seeland, Restaurant St. Gervais
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Biel/Bienne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Biel/Bienne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Biel/Bienne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Biel/Bienne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Biel/Bienne: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Elite, Art Déco Hotel Elite, Mercure Plaza Biel.
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 de l'Est is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de l'Est 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 Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est, La Consigne, Starbucks, Factory & Co, La Place, McDonald's, Mon Chou, Go Johnny Go, Maison Pradier, PAUL, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30, Sat: 09:00 - 20:00, Sun: 09:00 - 20:30. Information desks are located between Tracks 15 and 18.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de l'Est: The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4. .
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Hôtel LOCOMO, Hôtel Parisianer.
Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Croq'Voyage, Eat'Shop, Selecta
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.".
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:45 - 18:00. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Available at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne: The station is fully accessible, including step-free access throughout the station. An office to assist people with disabilities is located next to the ticket office, open daily from 06:00 to 23:15.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Paris Bercy, Kyriad Paris Bercy Village, Hotel Le Quartier Bercy-Square.
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