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Louvre Museum
The world’s largest art museum, famous for the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and vast collections spanning antiquity to the 19th century. A defining Paris visit and often best booked ahead.
Cheapest price
$150
Average price
$156
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 3 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
440 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Forbach to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Forbach to Paris will cost around $156 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $150.
Of the 3 trains that leave Forbach for Paris on Fri, Jun 26, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 26 the direct trains cover the 440 km distance in an average of 4 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Fri, Jun 26 the slowest trains will take 4 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 Forbach to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a flight costs an average of $108.
Distance: 273 miles (440 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$146 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest | $189 Average price | $130 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 3m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 33m Average total duration 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Forbach to Paris:
A bus is $99 (€82) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Forbach to Paris costing on average $146 (€120).
A bus is $142 (€117) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Forbach to Paris costing on average $189 (€156).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 33m.
Bus takes on average 6h 3m.
You'll arrive about 1h 53m sooner (3h 33m by train vs 5h 26m by car). Tickets start at around $146 (€120) compared to roughly $130 (€107) 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
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 Forbach to Paris trains for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:42 AM Forbach | 3h53 | 11:35 AM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:42 AM Forbach | 4h25 | 1:07 PM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:01 AM Forbach | 3h50 | 12:51 PM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:01 AM Forbach | 3h50 | 1:51 PM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Forbach to Paris run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $83 (€69) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:53, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 273 miles (440 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 273 miles (440 km) |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $83 (€69) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 6:53 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
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The world’s largest art museum, famous for the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and vast collections spanning antiquity to the 19th century. A defining Paris visit and often best booked ahead.
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A historic hilltop district of artists, stairways, viewpoints, and village-like streets, still one of the most atmospheric areas to explore on foot.
A lively central neighborhood known for elegant mansions, boutiques, museums, and a dense network of charming old streets.
Paris’s most famous avenue, stretching from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe, ideal for a classic city walk.
A buttery, flaky viennoiserie that is a Paris breakfast staple and one of the city’s most iconic bakery items.
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Traditional French onion soup made with slow-cooked onions, broth, toasted bread, and melted cheese, strongly associated with Paris bistros.
Grand historic restaurant inside Gare De Lyon, known for ornate interiors and classic French cuisine in an upscale setting.
Well-known bistro with Provençal influences, popular for its lively courtyard, classic dishes, and generous desserts.
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Service is usually included in restaurant bills. A small tip is appreciated: round up in cafes, leave 5-10% for great service, and round up for taxis.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Forbach 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 Forbach to Paris trains use the Forbach(Schwarzw) to Paris Gare de l'Est station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare du Nord. Use this guide to compare Forbach and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Forbach(Schwarzw) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Forbach(Schwarzw).
ATMs are available at Forbach(Schwarzw).
Available at Forbach(Schwarzw): Parking, WC.
Available at Forbach(Schwarzw): Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Forbach(Schwarzw).
Gausbach has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Gausbach.
ATMs are available at Gausbach.
Available at Gausbach: Parking, WC.
Available at Gausbach: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gausbach.
Langenbrand is 2 km from Forbach city centre. Public transport options include:
Langenbrand has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Langenbrand.
Available at Langenbrand: Parking.
Available at Langenbrand: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Langenbrand.
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 Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare du Nord: Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
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