- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
World-famous museum with masterpieces from antiquity to the 19th century, including the Mona Lisa and vast decorative arts collections.
Cheapest price
$123
Average price
$148
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
463 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heidelberg Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heidelberg Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est will cost around $148 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $123.
It's difficult to get from Heidelberg Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est without transferring at least once.
15969+
TGV 9576
S2 · ICE 71+
TGV 9574
15971+
TGV 9574
S3 · ICE 9556
S3+
TGV 9574
15969+
TGV 9576
S2 · ICE 71+
TGV 9574
19643 · 19010+
TGV 9574
S3 · ICE 9556
S3 · ICE 9590Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $101.
Distance: 287 miles (463 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$127 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $161 Average price | $151 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 6m Average total duration 7h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Heidelberg Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est:
A bus is $87 (€71) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heidelberg Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est costing on average $127 (€103).
A bus is $122 (€99) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heidelberg Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est costing on average $161 (€131).
Other travel options to Paris Gare de l'Est take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 27m.
Bus takes on average 7h 36m.
The journey is about 2h 26m faster (3h 27m by train vs 5h 53m by car) and roughly $24 (€19) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($127 (€103) vs $151 (€122)). 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 TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI.
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 Heidelberg Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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S3+ TGV 9576 | On time 8:48 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h47 | 12:35 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
15969+ TGV 9576 | On time 9:05 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h30 | 12:35 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
S3 · ICE 9556 | On time 9:13 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h38 | 12:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
S3+ TGV 9574 | On time 9:48 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 4h19 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
15971+ TGV 9574 | On time 10:10 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h57 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
S2 · ICE 71+ TGV 9574 | On time 10:33 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h34 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
19643 · 19010+ TGV 9574 | On time 10:33 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h34 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 9590 | On time 11:13 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h38 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Heidelberg Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:07, the last at 18:13. The fastest train covers the 287 miles (463 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 287 miles (463 km) |
Average train duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 4:07 AM |
Last train 6:13 PM |
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Discover the best of Paris Gare de l'Est — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris Gare de l'Est trip today.
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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