- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
World-famous museum with masterpieces from antiquity to the 19th century, including the Mona Lisa and major Egyptian, Greek, and French collections.
Cheapest price
$99
Average price
$182
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
467 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Paris Gare de l'Est is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Paris Gare de l'Est will cost around $182 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $99.
Of the 5 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Paris Gare de l'Est on Fri, May 29, 5 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 467 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest trains will take 4 h 26 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Paris Gare de l'Est among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. 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 $30, and a flight costs an average of $100.
Distance: 290 miles (467 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$160 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $229 Average price | $158 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 2m Average total duration 7h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 41m 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Paris Gare de l'Est:
A bus is $115 (€93) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Paris Gare de l'Est costing on average $160 (€129).
A bus is $184 (€148) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Paris Gare de l'Est costing on average $229 (€185).
Other travel options to Paris Gare de l'Est take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 48m.
Bus takes on average 7h 32m.
You'll arrive about 1h 53m sooner (3h 48m by train vs 5h 41m by car). Tickets start at around $160 (€129) compared to roughly $158 (€128) 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 TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI.
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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Paris Gare de l'Est 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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![]() | 6:51 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 4h00 | 10:51 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:51 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 4h00 | 11:51 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:51 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 4h00 | 12:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:51 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 4h00 | 1:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:48 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 4h26 | 8:14 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Paris Gare de l'Est run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $81 (€65) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:51, the last at 17:53. The fastest train covers the 290 miles (467 km) distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 290 miles (467 km) |
Average train duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $81 (€65) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 45m |
First train 6:51 AM |
Last train 5:53 PM |
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Discover the best of Paris Gare de l'Est — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris Gare de l'Est trip today.
World-famous museum with masterpieces from antiquity to the 19th century, including the Mona Lisa and major Egyptian, Greek, and French collections.
Major art museum in a former railway station, best known for outstanding Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collections.
Landmark modern and contemporary art museum known for its radical inside-out architecture and strong international collection.
Historic hilltop neighborhood of winding lanes, artists' corners, stairways, and classic Paris views, still highly popular with visitors.
Lively historic district known for elegant mansions, independent boutiques, museums, and charming streets ideal for walking.
Popular canal-side area near Gare de l'Est with footbridges and quays that are especially loved for strolling and local atmosphere.
A buttery, flaky viennoiserie that is a Paris breakfast staple and one of the city’s most iconic baked goods.
The classic Parisian loaf with a crisp crust and airy crumb, central to everyday meals and bakery culture in the city.
Traditional French onion soup, usually topped with bread and melted cheese, especially associated with classic Paris brasseries.
Established French restaurant known for regional cuisine, especially seafood and Brittany-inspired dishes, with a warm classic atmosphere.
Historic-style bouillon near Gare de l’Est serving classic French comfort dishes in a lively, affordable brasserie setting.
Long-running Alsatian-influenced Paris brasserie with an elegant historic dining room, known for choucroute, seafood, and traditional service.
Prices around Gare de l'Est are high for France. Budget eats exist, but hotels, sit-down dining, and drinks cost more than in smaller cities.
Service is usually included in restaurant prices. Locals may leave small change or round up for good service; about 5-10% is generous, not required. Round up for taxis.
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