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Musée du Louvre
World-famous museum with masterpieces from antiquity to the 19th century, including the Mona Lisa and vast decorative arts collections.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Limoges-Bénédictins to Paris Gare de l'Est among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $98.
Distance: 216 miles (348 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$85 Average price | $34 Average price Cheapest | $329 Average price | $79 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 13m Average total duration 11h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Limoges-Bénédictins to Paris Gare de l'Est:
A bus is $51 (€41) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Limoges-Bénédictins to Paris Gare de l'Est costing on average $85 (€69).
A bus is $295 (€242) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Limoges-Bénédictins to Paris Gare de l'Est costing on average $329 (€269).
Other travel options to Paris Gare de l'Est take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 0m.
Flight takes on average 11h 13m.
You'll arrive about 32m sooner (3h 37m by train vs 4h 9m by car). Tickets start at around $85 (€69) compared to roughly $79 (€64) 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 SNCF | Intercités.
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.
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Trains from Limoges-Bénédictins to Paris Gare de l'Est run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 16:58. The fastest train covers the 216 miles (348 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 216 miles (348 km) |
Average train duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 6:30 AM |
Last train 4:58 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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World-famous museum with masterpieces from antiquity to the 19th century, including the Mona Lisa and vast decorative arts collections.
Major art museum in a Beaux-Arts railway station, best known for outstanding Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collections.
Leading modern and contemporary art museum with an iconic inside-out building and strong permanent and temporary exhibitions.
Historic hilltop district known for village-like streets, artists, stairways, viewpoints, and strong visual appeal.
Lively historic neighborhood with elegant mansions, boutiques, small museums, and one of Paris's best walking atmospheres.
Classic Paris garden with fountains, tree-lined paths, statues, and chairs ideal for a relaxed stroll or break.
A classic Paris bistro dish of grilled steak served with crispy fries, prized for its simplicity and found on menus across the capital.
Traditional onion soup gratine with beef stock, bread, and melted cheese, strongly associated with historic Parisian brasseries.
A toasted ham and cheese sandwich, often topped with bchamel, popular in Parisian cafs as a simple comfort food.
A respected traditional French bistro a short walk away, known for carefully prepared regional cuisine and a warm classic dining room.
A landmark brasserie opposite Gare du Nord known for seafood platters, Alsatian dishes, and traditional Parisian atmosphere.
Historic-style bouillon near the station serving classic French dishes in a lively, affordable brasserie setting.
Paris is pricey for dining and hotels. Budget eats exist, but sit-down meals and coffee near major stations cost more.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Round up small change or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis can be rounded up; tips are optional in cafes and bars.
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Paris Gare de l'Est, Paris -> Chatelet-Les Halles, Paris
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Limoges-Bénédictins to Paris Gare de l'Est 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 l'Est, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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