- Must visit
Louvre Museum
World-famous museum with masterpieces including the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities, and grand palace interiors. Timed tickets are strongly recommended.
Cheapest price
$134
Average price
$148
Fastest journey
3 h 38 m
Average duration
3 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
463 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heidelberg Hbf to Paris Gare du Nord 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 du Nord will cost around $148 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $134.
Of the 2 trains that leave Heidelberg Hbf for Paris Gare du Nord on Mon, Jun 01, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 01 the direct trains cover the 463 km distance in an average of 3 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 38 m .
On Mon, Jun 01 the slowest trains will take 3 h 38 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg Hbf to Paris Gare du Nord 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $105.
Distance: 287 miles (463 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$135 Average price | $176 Average price | $42 Average price Cheapest | $153 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Heidelberg Hbf to Paris Gare du Nord:
A bus is $93 (€75) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heidelberg Hbf to Paris Gare du Nord costing on average $135 (€109).
A bus is $133 (€107) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heidelberg Hbf to Paris Gare du Nord costing on average $176 (€141).
Other travel options to Paris Gare du Nord take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 23m.
Bus takes on average 7h 30m.
The journey is about 2h 0m faster (3h 23m by train vs 5h 23m by car) and roughly $18 (€14) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($135 (€109) vs $153 (€123)). 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 du Nord trains for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
15969+ TGV 9576 | On time 9:05 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h30 | 12:35 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
15971+ TGV 9574 | On time 10:10 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h56 | 2:06 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
S3 · S31+ TGV 9574 | On time 10:18 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h48 | 2:06 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
15973 · ICE 9590 | On time 11:05 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h46 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
15977 · ICE 9514 | On time 1:05 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 3h47 | 4:52 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer |
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Trains from Heidelberg Hbf to Paris Gare du Nord run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 (€53) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:13, the last at 09:43. The fastest train covers the 287 miles (463 km) distance in 3h 24m.
Distance 287 miles (463 km) |
Average train duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 (€53) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 24m |
First train 7:13 AM |
Last train 9:43 AM |
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World-famous museum with masterpieces including the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities, and grand palace interiors. Timed tickets are strongly recommended.
Major art museum in a former railway station, celebrated for Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collections. Advance booking is commonly recommended.
Landmark modern and contemporary art museum known for its inside-out architecture and strong permanent collection. Timed entry may be required for exhibitions.
Historic hilltop district of village lanes, artists' corners, stairways, and famous city views. A classic walk near Gare du Nord.
One of Paris's most atmospheric neighborhoods, known for historic streets, boutiques, mansions, and lively pedestrian areas.
Famous grand avenue linking Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe, best for iconic Parisian scale and evening lights.
A classic Parisian toasted ham and cheese sandwich, often topped with béchamel. It is a staple of Paris cafés and brasseries.
A brasserie favorite of grilled steak served with fries. It is one of the most iconic everyday dishes in Paris.
Traditional French onion soup made with slow-cooked onions, broth, bread, and melted cheese. It is especially associated with old Parisian dining.
A modern Paris brasserie with a strong reputation for well-executed French classics, quality ingredients, and a stylish relaxed atmosphere.
A respected traditional restaurant known for French regional cooking, generous portions, and an old-school neighborhood feel near the station area.
Historic-style bouillon near Gare du Nord serving classic French comfort dishes in a lively, affordable brasserie setting.
Prices around Gare du Nord are high for France. Budget eats exist, but hotels, sit-down meals, and drinks are usually pricey.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafes and bars.
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