- 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
$112
Average price
$116
Fastest journey
5 h 32 m
Average duration
5 h 52 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
470 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Les Houches to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Les Houches to Paris will cost around $116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $112.
Of the 2 trains that leave Les Houches for Paris on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 470 km distance in an average of 5 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 32 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 6 h 12 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 Les Houches to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. 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 $29, and a flight costs an average of $59.
Distance: 292 miles (470 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$132 Average price | $41 Average price Cheapest | $142 Average price | $189 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 44m Average total duration 8h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.8kg 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 Les Houches to Paris:
A bus is $91 (€75) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Les Houches to Paris costing on average $132 (€108).
A bus is $101 (€83) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Les Houches to Paris costing on average $142 (€117).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 28m.
Bus takes on average 8h 14m.
The journey is about 29m faster (5h 28m by train vs 5h 57m by car) and roughly $57 (€47) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($132 (€108) vs $189 (€155)). 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 Les Houches 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9770+ 884662 · 18910 | 10:08 AM Taconnaz | 5h34 | 3:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
9770+ 18910 · 884662 | 10:14 AM Les Houches | 5h28 | 3:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
9770+ 18910 · 884662 | 10:16 AM Viaduc-Ste-Marie | 5h26 | 3:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
884668+ 9774+ 18914 | 12:08 PM Taconnaz | 5h34 | 5:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
18914 · 884668+ 9774 | 12:14 PM Les Houches | 5h28 | 5:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
9774+ 18914 · 884668 | 12:16 PM Viaduc-Ste-Marie | 5h26 | 5:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
9776+ 884672 · 18918 | 2:08 PM Taconnaz | 5h34 | 7:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
9776+ 884672 · 18918 | 2:14 PM Les Houches | 5h28 | 7:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
9776+ 18918 · 884672 | 2:16 PM Viaduc-Ste-Marie | 5h26 | 7:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
9780+ 884676 · 18922 | 4:08 PM Taconnaz | 5h34 | 9:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
9780+ 884676 · 18922 | 4:14 PM Les Houches | 5h28 | 9:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
9780+ 884676 · 18922 | 4:16 PM Viaduc-Ste-Marie | 5h26 | 9:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
18926 · 884682+ 9784 | 6:08 PM Taconnaz | 5h51 | 11:59 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
9784+ 18926 · 884682 | 6:13 PM Les Houches | 5h46 | 11:59 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
18926 · 884682+ 9784 | 6:16 PM Viaduc-Ste-Marie | 5h43 | 11:59 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Les Houches to Paris run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 (€61) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 18:25. The fastest train covers the 292 miles (470 km) distance in 5h 26m.
Distance 292 miles (470 km) |
Average train duration 5h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€61) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 5h 26m |
First train 6:08 AM |
Last train 6:25 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Les Houches 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 Les Houches to Paris trains use the Les Houches to Paris Gare de Lyon station pair. Use this guide to compare Les Houches and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Les Houches has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Les Houches.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Les Houches. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Les Houches: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Les Houches: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Les Houches: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel du Bois, RockyPop Hotel, Chalet Hotel Les Campanules.
Taconnaz is 2 km from Les Houches city centre. Public transport options include:
Taconnaz has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and WC.
Food and drink options are available at Taconnaz.
Available at Taconnaz: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Taconnaz.
Viaduc-Ste-Marie is 1 km from Les Houches city centre. Public transport options include:
Viaduc-Ste-Marie has practical services for this route, including Dining, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Viaduc-Ste-Marie.
Available at Viaduc-Ste-Marie: WC.
Available at Viaduc-Ste-Marie: Bike Parking.
Paris Gare de Lyon is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de Lyon 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 Train Bleu, La Fabrique Cookies, The Grand Comptoir, Café Pierre Hermé, Paul, Starbucks, Golden Brioche, Mezzo di Pasta, McDonald's, The Prem1er Café, & many more
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in Hall 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Parisianer, Hôtel Locomo, Hôtel Marceau Bastille.
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