- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
World-famous museum with masterpieces including the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities, and grand French collections. Timed entry is commonly required and advance booking is strongly advised.
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
4 h 32 m
Average duration
4 h 37 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
419 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brive-la-Gaillarde station to Paris Gare du Nord is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brive-la-Gaillarde station to Paris Gare du Nord will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 3 trains that leave Brive-la-Gaillarde station for Paris Gare du Nord on Sun, Jun 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 419 km distance in an average of 4 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 32 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 4 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brive-la-Gaillarde station to Paris Gare du Nord among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $107.
Distance: 260 miles (419 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$56 Average price | $43 Average price Cheapest | $183 Average price | $123 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brive-la-Gaillarde station to Paris Gare du Nord:
A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brive-la-Gaillarde station to Paris Gare du Nord costing on average $56 (€45).
A bus is $140 (€115) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brive-la-Gaillarde station to Paris Gare du Nord costing on average $183 (€150).
Other travel options to Paris Gare du Nord take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 35m.
Bus takes on average 5h 10m.
The journey is about 36m faster (4h 35m by train vs 5h 11m by car) and roughly $67 (€55) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($56 (€45) vs $123 (€101)). 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 | Intercités.
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 Brive-la-Gaillarde station to Paris Gare du Nord 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 |
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![]() | 4:38 PM Brive-la-Gaillarde station | 4h32 | 9:10 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Brive-la-Gaillarde station to Paris Gare du Nord run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€23) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 17:38. The fastest train covers the 260 miles (419 km) distance in 4h 32m.
Distance 260 miles (419 km) |
Average train duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€23) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 4h 32m |
First train 6:45 AM |
Last train 5:38 PM |
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World-famous museum with masterpieces including the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities, and grand French collections. Timed entry is commonly required and advance booking is strongly advised.
Major art museum in a former railway station, best known for Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, and Renoir. Popular time slots often sell out.
Leading modern and contemporary art museum with iconic inside-out architecture and strong permanent and temporary exhibitions. Advance tickets are commonly recommended.
Atmospheric hilltop district of steep lanes, artists' corners, viewpoints, and village-like charm. One of the best areas in Paris for wandering and photography.
Paris's most famous avenue, linking Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe. Known for grand urban scenery, flagship stores, and major national events.
Historic central district known for elegant mansions, small streets, boutiques, and lively squares. Popular for walking and discovering a more intimate side of Paris.
A classic Paris café sandwich of toasted bread, ham, and melted cheese, often finished with béchamel. It is a staple of traditional brasseries and quick lunches.
One of the great French brasserie standards: grilled steak served with fries, often with peppercorn or béarnaise sauce. It is especially associated with everyday Paris dining.
Parisian onion soup made from slowly caramelized onions in rich broth, topped with bread and melted cheese. It is a historic comfort dish linked to the city’s markets and bistros.
Well-regarded modern brasserie in the 10th arrondissement offering polished versions of French comfort dishes with a warm, bustling atmosphere.
Established bistro near Gare du Nord with a strong reputation for traditional French cooking, especially seafood and regional dishes, served in an intimate classic setting.
Historic brasserie directly opposite Gare du Nord, known for classic French dishes, seafood, and Art Nouveau style. A dependable choice for a traditional Paris meal near the station.
Paris is expensive for tourists. Meals and coffee near Gare du Nord cost more than in many French cities, though budget options still exist.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Leaving small change or about 5-10% for excellent service is appreciated but not required. Round up for taxis.
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