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Louvre Museum
World-famous museum with masterpieces including the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities, and grand palace interiors. Timed tickets are strongly recommended.
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Étaples - Le Touquet 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 Étaples - Le Touquet to Paris Gare du Nord will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 2 trains that leave Étaples - Le Touquet for Paris Gare du Nord on Fri, May 29, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct trains cover the 189 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest trains will take 2 h 25 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 Étaples - Le Touquet to Paris Gare du Nord among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 117 miles (189 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$36 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 10m faster (2h 31m by train vs 2h 41m by car) and roughly $10 (€8) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($36 (€29) vs $46 (€37)). 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 | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
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 Étaples - Le Touquet to Paris Gare du Nord trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:08 PM Étaples - Le Touquet | 2h25 | 4:33 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:08 PM Étaples - Le Touquet | 2h25 | 5:33 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Étaples - Le Touquet to Paris Gare du Nord run on average 23 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:08, the last at 18:11. The fastest train covers the 117 miles (189 km) distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 117 miles (189 km) |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 8:08 AM |
Last train 6:11 PM |
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World-famous museum with masterpieces including the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities, and grand palace interiors. Timed tickets are strongly recommended.
Major art museum in a former railway station, celebrated for Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collections. Advance booking is commonly recommended.
Landmark modern and contemporary art museum known for its inside-out architecture and strong permanent collection. Timed entry may be required for exhibitions.
Historic hilltop district of village lanes, artists' corners, stairways, and famous city views. A classic walk near Gare du Nord.
One of Paris's most atmospheric neighborhoods, known for historic streets, boutiques, mansions, and lively pedestrian areas.
Famous grand avenue linking Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe, best for iconic Parisian scale and evening lights.
A classic Parisian toasted ham and cheese sandwich, often topped with béchamel. It is a staple of Paris cafés and brasseries.
A brasserie favorite of grilled steak served with fries. It is one of the most iconic everyday dishes in Paris.
Traditional French onion soup made with slow-cooked onions, broth, bread, and melted cheese. It is especially associated with old Parisian dining.
A modern Paris brasserie with a strong reputation for well-executed French classics, quality ingredients, and a stylish relaxed atmosphere.
A respected traditional restaurant known for French regional cooking, generous portions, and an old-school neighborhood feel near the station area.
Historic-style bouillon near Gare du Nord serving classic French comfort dishes in a lively, affordable brasserie setting.
Prices around Gare du Nord are high for France. Budget eats exist, but hotels, sit-down meals, and drinks are usually pricey.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafes and bars.
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