The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to Cherbourg
Cheapest price
$83
Average price
$96
Fastest journey
3 h 7 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to Cherbourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to Cherbourg will cost around $96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $83.
Of the 12 trains that leave Paris Gare Saint-Lazare for Cherbourg on Thu, May 07, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 299 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 7 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 9 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.
33036:12 AM3h25Paris Gare Saint-Lazare9:37 AMCherbourg$831One-way0 transfers
33215:59 PM3h21Paris Gare Saint-Lazare9:20 PMCherbourg$931One-way0 transfers
33236:59 PM3h18Paris Gare Saint-Lazare10:17 PMCherbourg$931One-way0 transfers
33257:59 PM3h08Paris Gare Saint-Lazare11:07 PMCherbourg$931One-way0 transfers
331312:59 PM3h08Paris Gare Saint-Lazare4:07 PMCherbourg$971One-way0 transfers
331110:58 AM3h07Paris Gare Saint-Lazare2:05 PMCherbourg$971One-way0 transfers
33257:59 PM3h08Paris Gare Saint-Lazare11:07 PMCherbourg$931One-way0 transfers
331312:59 PM3h08Paris Gare Saint-Lazare4:07 PMCherbourg$971One-way0 transfers
33173:58 PM3h09Paris Gare Saint-Lazare7:07 PMCherbourg$971One-way0 transfers
33098:59 AM3h09Paris Gare Saint-Lazare12:08 PMCherbourg$971One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to Cherbourg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to Cherbourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $125.
Distance: 185 miles (299 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$62 Average price Cheapest | $70 Average price | $431 Average price | $106 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 41m Average total duration 11h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to Cherbourg:
A train is $8 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to Cherbourg costing on average $70 (€56).
A train is $369 (€294) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to Cherbourg costing on average $431 (€344).
Other travel options to Cherbourg take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 5m.
Flight takes on average 11h 41m.
The journey is about 28m faster (3h 20m by train vs 3h 48m by car) and roughly $44 (€35) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($62 (€49) vs $106 (€84)). 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 TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to Cherbourg train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to Cherbourg trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:59 PM Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 3h27 | 8:26 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:59 PM Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 3h08 | 10:07 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:59 PM Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 3h18 | 11:17 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
3303 | 6:12 AM Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 3h25 | 9:37 AM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
3309 | 8:59 AM Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 3h09 | 12:08 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
3335+ 852213 | 9:59 AM Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 3h37 | 1:36 PM Cherbourg | 1 transfer | |
3311 | 10:58 AM Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 3h07 | 2:05 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
3313 | 12:59 PM Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 3h08 | 4:07 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
3341+ 852221 | 1:56 PM Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 3h44 | 5:40 PM Cherbourg | 1 transfer | |
3315 | 2:59 PM Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 3h11 | 6:10 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
3317 | 3:58 PM Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 3h09 | 7:07 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
3319 | 4:59 PM Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 3h17 | 8:16 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
3321 | 5:59 PM Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 3h21 | 9:20 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to Cherbourg
Trains from Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to Cherbourg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€22) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 185 miles (299 km) distance in 3h 7m.
Distance 185 miles (299 km) |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€22) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 5:12 AM |
Last train 11:32 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER BreizhGo, SNCF from Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to Cherbourg trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER BreizhGo, SNCF trains will get you between Paris Gare Saint-Lazare and Cherbourg from $28 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to Cherbourg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to Cherbourg 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 Cherbourg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to Cherbourg
- Mon - Fri: 08:00 - 19:30
- Sat: 10:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- Lazarus
- Naked
- Burger King
- Class'Croute
- Fred's
- La Croissanterie
- Maestro
- PAUL
- Picto
- Starbucks
- Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
- Hilton Paris Opera
- Grand Hotel Du Calvados
- Austin's Saint Lazare Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 08:00 - 19:30
- Sat: 10:00 - 18:00
- Open daily from 05:00 to 01:15, located on the platform level facing Track 5.
- Metro lines: 3, 9, 12, 13, 14
- Bus lines: 20, 21, 22, 26, 27, 28, 29, 32, 42, 43, 66, 80, 94, 95, 528, RoissyB
- Train lines: TER, Intercités, Transilien J, Transilien L, RER E
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rue de la Gare.
- Le Vauban
- Café de Paris
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Mercure Cherbourg Centre Port
- Hotel Le Louvre
- Hotel Moderna
- Located in the main hall
- 200 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Connections to the UK
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