- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
The city’s most famous museum, home to the Mona Lisa and major collections from ancient civilizations to European masters.
Cheapest price
$101
Average price
$154
Fastest journey
6 h 48 m
Average duration
8 h 50 m
Trains per day
25
Distance
637 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Centrale to Paris Gare de Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Centrale to Paris Gare de Lyon will cost around $154 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $101.
Of the 25 trains that leave Milan Centrale for Paris Gare de Lyon on Wed, Jun 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct trains cover the 637 km distance in an average of 8 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 48 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest trains will take 10 h 23 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.
Regionale Veloce 2014 · SFM3 26910+
9250
Regionale Veloce 2018 · SFM3 26914+
9250
Regionale Veloce 2024 · SFM3 26920+
9250
Regionale Veloce 2026 · SFM3 26922+
9250
Regionale TRENORD 2934 · Regionale Veloce 2020 · SFM3 26916+
9250
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296+
9250
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+
SFM3 26916+
9254
Regionale Veloce 2022 · SFM3 26918+
9254
Regionale Veloce 2026 · SFM3 26922+
9250Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Centrale to Paris Gare de Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $64.
Distance: 395 miles (637 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$149 Average price | $133 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $358 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 19m Average total duration Fastest 3h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 55m Average total duration 9h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milan Centrale to Paris Gare de Lyon:
A bus is $94 (€76) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan Centrale to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average $133 (€107).
A bus is $110 (€89) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan Centrale to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average $149 (€120).
Other travel options to Paris Gare de Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 55m.
Bus takes on average 9h 25m.
The journey is about 2h 50m faster (5h 55m by train vs 8h 45m by car) and roughly $209 (€169) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($149 (€120) vs $358 (€289)). 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 Trenitalia, Regionale.
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 Milan Centrale to Paris Gare de Lyon trains for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 60+ 9222 | 7:10 AM Milan Centrale | 10h28 | 5:38 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 60+ 9226 | 7:10 AM Milan Centrale | 12h28 | 7:38 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 60+ 9234 | 7:10 AM Milan Centrale | 15h34 | 10:44 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2014 · SFM3 26960+ 9254 | 7:15 AM Milan Centrale | 13h59 | 9:14 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2014 · SFM3 26960+ 9250 | 7:15 AM Milan Centrale | 16h23 | 11:38 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9600+ SFM3 26998+ 9254 | 7:53 AM Milan Centrale | 13h21 | 9:14 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9600+ SFM3 26998+ 9250 | 7:53 AM Milan Centrale | 15h45 | 11:38 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2018 · SFM3 26964+ 9254 | 9:15 AM Milan Centrale | 11h59 | 9:14 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2018 · SFM3 26964+ 9250 | 9:15 AM Milan Centrale | 14h23 | 11:38 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9508+ SFM3 26964+ 9250 | 10:02 AM Milan Centrale | 13h36 | 11:38 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9508+ SFM3 26964+ 9254 | 10:02 AM Milan Centrale | 11h12 | 9:14 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2022 · SFM3 26968+ 9250 | 11:15 AM Milan Centrale | 12h23 | 11:38 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2022 · SFM3 26968+ 9254 | 11:15 AM Milan Centrale | 9h59 | 9:14 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+ SFM3 26968+ 9250 | 12:02 PM Milan Centrale | 11h36 | 11:38 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+ SFM3 26968+ 9254 | 12:02 PM Milan Centrale | 9h12 | 9:14 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2026 · SFM3 26972+ 9250 | 1:15 PM Milan Centrale | 10h23 | 11:38 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9626+ SFM3 26972+ 9250 | 2:10 PM Milan Centrale | 9h28 | 11:38 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | 3:48 PM Milan Centrale | 6h48 | 10:36 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296+ 9250 | 3:48 PM Milan Centrale | 7h50 | 11:38 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, June 3 | |||||
Regionale Veloce 2010 · SFM3 26906 · treno 26906 effettuato con bus TO042+ 9254 | 5:15 AM Milan Centrale | 15h59 | 9:14 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Milan Centrale to Paris Gare de Lyon run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $64 (€52) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 14:53. The fastest train covers the 395 miles (637 km) distance in 6h 43m.
Distance 395 miles (637 km) |
Average train duration 5h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€52) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 6h 43m |
First train 4:20 AM |
Last train 2:53 PM |
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Discover the best of Paris Gare de Lyon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris Gare de Lyon trip today.
The city’s most famous museum, home to the Mona Lisa and major collections from ancient civilizations to European masters.
A landmark museum in a former railway station, best known for its outstanding Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collections.
Major modern and contemporary art museum with an iconic inside-out design and strong permanent and temporary exhibitions.
One of Paris’s most beautiful squares, lined with red-brick arcades and a classic stop for strolling in the Marais.
Historic district known for elegant mansions, boutiques, galleries, and lively streets that remain highly popular with visitors.
Classic Paris garden with tree-lined promenades, statues, chairs, and a refined Left Bank atmosphere.
Classic Parisian onion soup made with slow-cooked onions, rich broth, toasted bread, and melted cheese. It is a traditional bistro staple closely associated with Paris.
A quintessential French brasserie dish of grilled steak served with fries, often with pepper or béarnaise sauce. It is widely loved in Parisian dining culture.
A famous Paris café sandwich of bread, ham, and melted cheese, sometimes topped with béchamel. It is a classic quick meal found across Paris.
Popular bistro near the station with vintage décor, hearty French comfort food, and a warm neighborhood feel. Good for a casual but characterful meal.
Historic restaurant inside Gare de Lyon, famous for ornate Belle Époque interiors and classic French cuisine. Ideal for a memorable meal steps from the platforms.
Well-known traditional brasserie opposite Gare de Lyon, serving seafood, French classics, and generous platters in a lively Art Nouveau setting.
Paris is pricey for dining and hotels. Around Gare de Lyon, station cafés and restaurants often cost more than outer neighborhoods.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis; small change for café table service is fine.
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