- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
Paris’s flagship museum with world-famous collections spanning antiquities, sculpture, and painting. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Take a train from Charleville-Mézières station to Paris Gare de Lyon and enjoy the approximately 123 miles (199 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 1 trains per day.
Distance 123 miles (199 km) |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
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Paris’s flagship museum with world-famous collections spanning antiquities, sculpture, and painting. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Major museum in a former railway station, best known for Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, and Degas.
Landmark modern and contemporary art museum with a bold inside-out design and strong permanent collections.
One of Paris’s most atmospheric districts, known for historic streets, boutiques, galleries, and lively public spaces.
Classic Paris garden with formal lawns, statues, fountains, and a relaxed Left Bank atmosphere.
Elegant planned square with arcades, red-brick mansions, and one of the city’s most pleasant places to stroll or rest.
Classic Parisian onion soup topped with bread and melted cheese, long associated with traditional brasseries and late-night dining in the capital.
A staple of Paris brasseries: grilled steak served with fries, valued for its simplicity and strong connection to everyday French dining culture.
A beloved Paris café sandwich of ham, bread, béchamel, and melted cheese, often eaten as a quick lunch in bistros and cafés.
Historic restaurant inside Gare de Lyon, famed for its ornate Belle Époque dining rooms and classic French cuisine.
Well-known brasserie opposite Gare de Lyon, popular for seafood, Alsatian touches, and dependable service in a lively station-side setting.
Established French restaurant inside the Novotel Paris Gare de Lyon, known for polished modern brasserie cooking in a quieter setting.
Prices around Gare de Lyon are high by French standards, especially for hotels and sit-down dining, though bakeries and chains offer cheaper options.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Locals may round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. Small change for cafés and taxis is appreciated but not expected.
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Paris Gare de Lyon -> Chatelet-Les Halles, Paris
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charleville-Mézières 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.

Most Charleville-Mézières station to Paris Gare de Lyon trains use the Charleville-Mézières to Paris Gare de l'Est station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare du Nord. Use this guide to compare Charleville-Mézières station and Paris Gare de Lyon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Charleville-Mézières has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Pichet, La Table d'Arthur R
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Charleville-Mézières. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Charleville-Mézières. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Charleville-Mézières: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Charleville-Mézières: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Charleville-Mézières: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Le Pelican Hotel, Hotel de Paris, Hotel Le Cleves.
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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