- 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
$124
Average price
$227
Fastest journey
3 h 43 m
Average duration
3 h 45 m
Trains per day
99
Distance
475 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 (Main) Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est will cost around $227 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $124.
Of the 99 trains that leave Frankfurt (Main) Hbf for Paris Gare de l'Est on Wed, Jun 03, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct trains cover the 475 km distance in an average of 3 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 43 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest trains will take 3 h 47 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.
ICE 9556
ICE 9558
ICE 73 · ICE 9572
TGV 9580
TGV 9580
ICE 9568
9568
9560
TGV 9560
ICE 71+
TGV 9574Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $130.
Distance: 295 miles (475 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$161 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest | $316 Average price | $158 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 18m Average total duration 7h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 35m 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 (Main) Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est:
A bus is $113 (€91) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est costing on average $161 (€130).
A bus is $269 (€217) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est costing on average $316 (€256).
Other travel options to Paris Gare de l'Est take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 8m.
Bus takes on average 7h 48m.
You'll arrive about 1h 27m sooner (4h 8m by train vs 5h 35m by car). Tickets start at around $161 (€130) 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, Deutsche Bahn.
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 (Main) Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 9558 | On time 5:54 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h56 | 9:50 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
9558 | 5:54 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h56 | 9:50 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 275+ 9576 | 6:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h45 | 12:35 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9568 | On time 6:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h43 | 10:36 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 9568+ 9576 | On time 6:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h42 | 12:35 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9568+ 9574 | On time 6:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h14 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
9568 | 6:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h43 | 10:36 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
4557 · ICE 101+ 9574 | 7:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h47 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
4557 · ICE 101+ 9576 | 7:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h15 | 12:35 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
4557 · ICE 101+ 9590 | 7:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h31 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ECE 151+ TGV 9576 | On time 8:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h33 | 12:35 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ECE 151+ 9576 | On time 8:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h33 | 12:35 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ECE 151+ 9574 | On time 8:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h05 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ECE 151+ 9590 | On time 8:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h49 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 277+ 9590 | 8:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h01 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 277+ 9574 | 8:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h17 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9556 | On time 8:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h58 | 12:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
9556 | 8:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h58 | 12:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 593 · ICE 103+ 9574 | 9:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h17 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 593 · ICE 103+ 9590 | 9:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h01 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 71+ 9570 | On time 10:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h53 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 71+ TGV 9574 | On time 10:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h47 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 71+ 9590 | On time 10:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h31 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 279+ 9570 | 10:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h23 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9590 | On time 11:01 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h50 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 9590+ 9570 | On time 11:01 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h12 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
9590 | 11:01 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h50 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
4565 · ICE 105+ 9560 | 11:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h22 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
4565 · ICE 105+ 9570 | 11:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h53 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
4565 · ICE 105+ 9572 | 11:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h56 | 6:16 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 371+ 9570 | 12:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h23 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 371+ 9572 | 12:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h26 | 6:16 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 371+ 9560 | 12:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h52 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
9552 | 12:53 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h57 | 4:50 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
TGV 9552 | On time 12:53 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h57 | 4:50 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 577 · ICE 107+ 9570 | 1:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h53 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 577 · ICE 107+ 9560 | 1:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h22 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
4569 · ICE 107+ 9560 | 1:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h22 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
4569 · ICE 107+ 9570 | 1:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h53 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
4569 · ICE 107+ 9570 | 1:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h53 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
4569 · ICE 107+ 9560 | 1:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h22 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
4569 · ICE 107+ 9572 | 1:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h56 | 6:16 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 577 · ICE 107+ 9572 | 1:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h56 | 6:16 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
4569 · ICE 107+ 9572 | 1:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h56 | 6:16 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 597 · ICE 107 | 1:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h52 | 8:42 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 597 · ICE 107 | 1:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h23 | 10:13 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 597 · ICE 107 | 1:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h26 | 6:16 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 597 · ICE 107+ 9560 | 1:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h52 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 597 · ICE 107+ 9572 | 1:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h26 | 6:16 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 597 · ICE 107+ 9570 | 1:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h23 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
TGV 9580 | 2:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h11 | 10:13 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
TGV 9580+ 9570 | 2:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h11 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
TGV 9580+ 9560 | 2:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h40 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
TGV 9580 | 2:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h40 | 8:42 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
TGV 9580 | 2:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h14 | 6:16 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
TGV 9580+ 9560 | 2:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h40 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
TGV 9580+ 9570 | 2:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h11 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
TGV 9580 · 9572 | 2:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h14 | 6:16 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
TGV 9580 · 9572 | 2:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h14 | 6:16 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 73 | On time 2:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h22 | 8:42 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 73 | On time 2:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h53 | 10:13 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 73 · ICE 9572 | On time 2:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h56 | 6:16 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 73+ 9570 | On time 2:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h53 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 73+ 9570 | On time 2:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h53 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 73+ 9560 | On time 2:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h22 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 73 · ICE 9572 | On time 2:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h56 | 6:16 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 73+ 9560 | On time 2:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h22 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
14+ 9370 | 2:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h01 | 7:35 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
ICE 373 | 2:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h52 | 8:42 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 373 | 2:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h23 | 10:13 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 373+ 9560 | 2:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h52 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 373+ 9560 | 2:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h52 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 373+ 9570 | 2:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h23 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 373+ 9570 | 2:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h23 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
1716+ 9474 | 3:01 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h04 | 8:05 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
29648 · ICE 109+ 9570 | 3:24 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h49 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
29648 · ICE 109+ 9560 | 3:24 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h18 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
29648 · ICE 109+ 9560 | 3:24 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h18 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
29648 · ICE 109+ 9570 | 3:24 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h49 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
4671 · ICE 799+ 9570 | 3:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h39 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
4671 · ICE 799+ 9560 | 3:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h08 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
4671 · ICE 799+ 9560 | 3:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h08 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
4671 · ICE 799+ 9570 | 3:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h39 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 599 · ICE 109 | 3:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h52 | 8:42 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 599 · ICE 109 | 3:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h23 | 10:13 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 599 · ICE 109+ 9560 | 3:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h52 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 599 · ICE 109+ 9570 | 3:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h23 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 7 | 4:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h22 | 8:42 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 7 | 4:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h53 | 10:13 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 7+ 9560 | 4:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h22 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 7+ 9570 | 4:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h53 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 7+ 9560 | 4:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h22 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 7+ 9570 | 4:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h53 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 375 | 4:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h23 | 10:13 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 375+ 9570 | 4:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h23 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 375+ 9570 | 4:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h23 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
9560 | 4:55 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h47 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
TGV 9560 | On time 4:55 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h47 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 75+ TGV 9570 | On time 6:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h53 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $83 (€67) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:54, the last at 17:53. The fastest train covers the 295 miles (475 km) distance in 3h 47m.
Distance 295 miles (475 km) |
Average train duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $83 (€67) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 47m |
First train 3:54 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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