- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
The World’s most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities collections, and major French masterpieces. Essential for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$191
Average price
$191
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 21 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
642 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gotha to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gotha to Paris will cost around $191 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $191.
It's difficult to get from Gotha to Paris without transferring at least once.
ICE 1652+
TGV 9512
ICE 1654 · ICE 9590
ICE 1654 · ICE 9590
ICE 1652+
TGV 9512Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gotha to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a flight costs an average of $202.
Distance: 398 miles (642 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$154 Average price | $66 Average price Cheapest | $308 Average price | $197 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 29m Average total duration Fastest 5h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 6m Average total duration 9h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 3m Average total duration 10h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Gotha to Paris:
A bus is $89 (€73) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gotha to Paris costing on average $154 (€126).
A bus is $243 (€199) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gotha to Paris costing on average $308 (€253).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 36m.
Flight takes on average 10h 3m.
The journey is about 2h 22m faster (5h 59m by train vs 8h 21m by car) and roughly $43 (€36) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($154 (€126) vs $197 (€162)). 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.
The table below shows live departures for Gotha to Paris trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1652+ TGV 9552 | Delayed 8:35 AM 10:31 AMGotha station | 6h19 | 4:50 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
ICE 1654 · ICE 9590 | On time 8:31 AM Gotha station | 6h20 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Gotha to Paris run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $96 (€79) but you can travel from only $48 (€40) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 398 miles (642 km) distance in 6h 19m.
Distance 398 miles (642 km) |
Average train duration 5h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $96 (€79) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 19m |
First train 1:25 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gotha to Paris 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Gotha to Paris trains use the Gotha to Paris Gare de l'Est station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare du Nord. Use this guide to compare Gotha and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gotha is 1 km from Gotha city centre. Public transport options include:
Gotha 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 options include: Eiscafé Dolomiti, Wan Bao, Am Aquarium, Dilan Grill Gotha
Wi-Fi is available at Gotha. ATMs are available at Gotha.
Ticket office support is available at Gotha. Information desks are available at Gotha.
Luggage storage is available at Gotha. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gotha: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gotha: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gotha.
Nearby hotels include Pension Cafe Suzette, Hotel am Schlosspark.
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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