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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gare de Forbach to Paris Gare de Lyon
Cheapest price
$149
Average price
$151
Fastest journey
1 h 51 m
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
332 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gare de Forbach 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 Gare de Forbach to Paris Gare de Lyon will cost around $151 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $149.
It's difficult to get from Gare de Forbach to Paris Gare de Lyon without transferring at least once.
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8:12 AM1h51Gare de Forbach10:03 AMParis Gare de Lyon$1491One-way1 transfer- 9:12 PM8h32Gare de Forbach5:44 AMParis Gare de Lyon$1491One-way1 transfer
- 9:12 PM1h55Gare de Forbach11:07 PMParis Gare de Lyon$1561One-way2 transfers
- 8:12 AM1h51Gare de Forbach10:03 AMParis Gare de Lyon$1491One-way1 transfer
- 9:12 PM1h55Gare de Forbach11:07 PMParis Gare de Lyon$1561One-way2 transfers
- 9:12 PM8h32Gare de Forbach5:44 AMParis Gare de Lyon$1491One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Gare de Forbach to Paris Gare de Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gare de Forbach to Paris Gare de Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $163.
Distance: 206 miles (332 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$79 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $189 Average price | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gare de Forbach to Paris Gare de Lyon:
A bus is $47 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gare de Forbach to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average $79 (€65).
A bus is $157 (€129) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gare de Forbach to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average $189 (€155).
Other travel options to Paris Gare de Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 57m.
Bus takes on average 5h 37m.
You'll arrive about 1h 40m sooner (1h 57m by train vs 3h 37m by car). Tickets start at around $79 (€65) compared to roughly $76 (€62) 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.
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.
Live departures
Gare de Forbach to Paris Gare de Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Gare de Forbach to Paris Gare de Lyon trains for today, Thursday, July 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 8:12 PM Gare de Forbach | 1h40 | 9:52 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gare de Forbach to Paris Gare de Lyon
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Trains from Gare de Forbach to Paris Gare de Lyon run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 (€62) but you can travel from only $21 (€18) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 16:33, the last at 20:12. The fastest train covers the 206 miles (332 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 206 miles (332 km) |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 (€62) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 4:33 PM |
Last train 8:12 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Gare de Forbach to Paris Gare de Lyon trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Gare de Forbach and Paris Gare de Lyon from $21 (€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 Gare de Forbach to Paris Gare de Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gare de Forbach 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 Gare de Forbach to Paris Gare de Lyon
Most Gare de Forbach to Paris Gare de Lyon trains use the Gare de Forbach to Paris Gare de l'Est station pair. Use this guide to compare Gare de Forbach 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 Gare de Forbach from Forbach city centre
Gare de Forbach train station facilities and services
Gare de Forbach has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Petit Gourmet, Restaurant La Table d'Anna
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Forbach. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Forbach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gare de Forbach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gare de Forbach: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Forbach: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Forbach, Hotel Premium.
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