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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt South station to Paris Gare de Lyon
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€200
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€200
Fastest journey on Sep 19
6 h 1 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
6 h 4 m
Trains on Sep 19
4
Distance
477 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt South station to Paris Gare de Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt South station to Paris Gare de Lyon will cost around €200 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €200.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt South station to Paris Gare de Lyon without transferring at least 3 times.
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6:18 AM6h07Frankfurt South station12:25 PMParis Gare de Lyon€2001One-way3 transfers- 8:24 AM6h01Frankfurt South station2:25 PMParis Gare de Lyon€2001One-way3 transfers
- 10:24 AM6h05Frankfurt South station4:29 PMParis Gare de Lyon€2001One-way3 transfers
- 2:24 PM6h01Frankfurt South station8:25 PMParis Gare de Lyon€2001One-way3 transfers
- 8:24 AM6h01Frankfurt South station2:25 PMParis Gare de Lyon€2001One-way3 transfers
- 2:24 PM6h01Frankfurt South station8:25 PMParis Gare de Lyon€2001One-way3 transfers
- 10:24 AM6h05Frankfurt South station4:29 PMParis Gare de Lyon€2001One-way3 transfers
- 6:18 AM6h07Frankfurt South station12:25 PMParis Gare de Lyon€2001One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt South station to Paris Gare de Lyon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt South station to Paris Gare de Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €38 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €38, while a flight costs an average of €540.
Distance: 296 miles (477 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€38 Average price Cheapest | €54 Average price | €540 Average price | €93 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 52m Average total duration 8h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt South station to Paris Gare de Lyon:
A train is €16 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Frankfurt South station to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average €54.
A train is €502 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt South station to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average €540.
Other travel options to Paris Gare de Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 9m.
Bus takes on average 8h 22m.
The journey is about 1h 11m faster (4h 9m by train vs 5h 20m by car) and roughly €55 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€38 vs €93). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Frankfurt South station to Paris Gare de Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt South station to Paris Gare de Lyon trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:22 AM Frankfurt South station | 6h00 | 12:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3 transfers | |
| 8:23 AM Frankfurt South station | 6h03 | 2:26 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 4 transfers | |
| 8:23 AM Frankfurt South station | 6h06 | 2:29 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3 transfers | |
| 10:24 AM Frankfurt South station | 6h02 | 4:26 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 4 transfers | |
| 10:24 AM Frankfurt South station | 6h04 | 4:28 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3 transfers | |
| 2:24 PM Frankfurt South station | 5h58 | 8:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3 transfers | |
| 4:24 PM Frankfurt South station | 6h13 | 10:37 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 4 transfers | |
| 4:24 PM Frankfurt South station | 6h13 | 10:37 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt South station to Paris Gare de Lyon
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Trains from Frankfurt South station to Paris Gare de Lyon run on average 29 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:13, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 296 miles (477 km) distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 296 miles (477 km) |
Average train duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 29 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 6:13 AM |
Last train 8:05 PM |
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Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Eurostar, TGV from Frankfurt South station to Paris Gare de Lyon trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Eurostar, TGV trains will get you between Frankfurt South station and Paris Gare de Lyon from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt South station to Paris Gare de Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt South station to Paris Gare de Lyon 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 Gare de Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt South station to Paris Gare de Lyon
Most Frankfurt South station to Paris Gare de Lyon trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt South station and Paris Gare de Lyon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Süd from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Süd train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.
Getting to Paris Gare de Lyon from Paris city centre
Paris Gare de Lyon is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de Lyon train station facilities and services
Paris Gare de Lyon 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 and drink
Food options include: Le Train Bleu, La Fabrique Cookies, The Grand Comptoir, Café Pierre Hermé, Paul, Starbucks, Golden Brioche, Mezzo di Pasta, McDonald's, The Prem1er Café, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are in various points at the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in Hall 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Parisianer, Hôtel Locomo, Hôtel Marceau Bastille.
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