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Louvre Museum
The world’s most visited museum, famous for the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities, and French masterworks. Essential for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$115
Fastest journey
2 h 59 m
Average duration
3 h
Trains per day
17
Distance
481 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grenoble to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grenoble to Paris will cost around $115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
Of the 17 trains that leave Grenoble for Paris on Sat, Jun 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 06 the direct trains cover the 481 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
On Sat, Jun 06 the slowest trains will take 3 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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6924Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grenoble to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $101.
Distance: 298 miles (481 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$99 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $213 Average price | $185 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Grenoble to Paris:
A bus is $61 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grenoble to Paris costing on average $99 (€80).
A bus is $175 (€143) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Grenoble to Paris costing on average $213 (€173).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 39m.
Bus takes on average 5h 47m.
The journey is about 1h 19m faster (4h 39m by train vs 5h 58m by car) and roughly $86 (€70) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($99 (€80) vs $185 (€151)). 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.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Trenitalia, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
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 Grenoble to Paris trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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17600+ 6690 | 5:21 AM Gare de Grenoble | 3h41 | 9:02 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
17604+ 6608 | 6:21 AM Gare de Grenoble | 3h47 | 10:08 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
6906 | 7:47 AM Gare de Grenoble | 2h59 | 10:46 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
17612+ 6250 | 8:21 AM Gare de Grenoble | 4h13 | 12:34 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
6908 | 9:46 AM Gare de Grenoble | 3h00 | 12:46 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
17616+ 6616 | 10:21 AM Gare de Grenoble | 3h37 | 1:58 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
17618+ 6694 | 11:21 AM Gare de Grenoble | 3h29 | 2:50 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
6910 | 12:47 PM Gare de Grenoble | 2h59 | 3:46 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
17622+ 6622 | 1:21 PM Gare de Grenoble | 3h39 | 5:00 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
6920 | 2:45 PM Gare de Grenoble | 3h01 | 5:46 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
17626+ 6626 | 3:21 PM Gare de Grenoble | 3h39 | 7:00 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
17578+ 6978 | 3:26 PM Gare de Grenoble | 3h48 | 7:14 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
17628+ 6628 | 4:21 PM Gare de Grenoble | 3h47 | 8:08 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
17632+ 6128 | 5:21 PM Gare de Grenoble | 3h39 | 9:00 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
6924 | 6:45 PM Gare de Grenoble | 3h01 | 9:46 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
17640+ 32916 | 7:21 PM Gare de Grenoble | 3h44 | 11:05 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
885185+ 9706 | 7:40 PM Gare de Grenoble | 4h34 | 12:14 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Grenoble to Paris run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 298 miles (481 km) distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 298 miles (481 km) |
Average train duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 5:07 AM |
Last train 9:39 PM |
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The train connection between Grenoble and Paris is efficient and convenient, making it an excellent choice for travelers. The journey is primarily serviced by SNCF | TGV INOUI and SNCF | TGV, offering comfortable rides with modern amenities. With frequent departures throughout the day, you can easily explore the vibrant culture of Paris after enjoying the scenic views along your route from Grenoble.
Traveling from Grenoble to Paris takes approximately 2 hours and 59 minutes. There are 4 direct connections available each day, departing from Gare de Grenoble and arriving at Paris Gare de Lyon.
The first daily train from Grenoble to Paris departs at 10:46 AM, providing an early start for travelers looking to explore the vibrant capital. The last journey of the day leaves at 6:47 PM, allowing visitors ample time to enjoy their activities before heading back.
The cheapest ticket price for the train connection from Grenoble to Paris is €30. The average ticket price typically ranges around €75, making it a convenient option for travelers looking to explore these two cities in France.
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