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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Bellinzona
Cheapest price
$281
Average price
$285
Fastest journey
5 h 50 m
Average duration
6 h 28 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
581 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Bellinzona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Bellinzona will cost around $285 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $281.
It's difficult to get from Paris to Bellinzona without transferring at least once.
7:22 AM5h50Paris1:12 PMBellinzona$2811One-way1 transfer- 9:47 AM6h25Paris4:12 PMBellinzona$2811One-way1 transfer
- 4:22 PM6h20Paris10:42 PMBellinzona$2811One-way1 transfer
- 6:21 PM6h26Paris12:47 AMBellinzona$2811One-way1 transfer
- 2:22 PM7h20Paris9:42 PMBellinzona$3001One-way1 transfer
- 7:22 AM5h50Paris1:12 PMBellinzona$2811One-way1 transfer
- 4:22 PM6h20Paris10:42 PMBellinzona$2811One-way1 transfer
- 9:47 AM6h25Paris4:12 PMBellinzona$2811One-way1 transfer
- 6:21 PM6h26Paris12:47 AMBellinzona$2811One-way1 transfer
- 2:22 PM7h20Paris9:42 PMBellinzona$3001One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris to Bellinzona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Bellinzona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a train costs an average of $326.
Distance: 361 miles (581 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$326 Average price | $83 Average price Cheapest | $132 Average price | $277 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 16m Average total duration 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 19m Average total duration 14h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Bellinzona:
A bus is $49 (€40) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Bellinzona costing on average $132 (€107).
A bus is $243 (€196) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Bellinzona costing on average $326 (€263).
Other travel options to Bellinzona take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 46m.
Bus takes on average 14h 49m.
You'll arrive about 1h 42m sooner (6h 46m by train vs 8h 28m by car). Tickets start at around $326 (€263) compared to roughly $277 (€224) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Paris to Bellinzona train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Bellinzona trains for today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:22 AM Paris | 5h50 | 1:12 PM Bellinzona | 1 transfer | |
| 9:47 AM Paris | 6h25 | 4:12 PM Bellinzona | 1 transfer | |
| 2:22 PM Paris | 7h20 | 9:42 PM Bellinzona | 1 transfer | |
| 4:22 PM Paris | 6h20 | 10:42 PM Bellinzona | 1 transfer | |
| 6:21 PM Paris | 6h26 | 12:47 AM Bellinzona | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Bellinzona
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Switzerland
Trains from Paris to Bellinzona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $326 (€263) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 19:07. The fastest train covers the 361 miles (581 km) distance in 12h 36m.
Distance 361 miles (581 km) |
Average train duration 6h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $326 (€263) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 12h 36m |
First train 5:07 AM |
Last train 7:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: SBB, SNCF | TGV INOUI from Paris to Bellinzona trainsSBB, SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Paris and Bellinzona from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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SNCF | TGV INOUI
FAQs: Trains from Paris to Bellinzona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Bellinzona 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 Bellinzona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Paris to Bellinzona
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30
- Sat: 09:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 09:00 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
- Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est
- La Consigne
- Starbucks
- Factory & Co
- La Place
- McDonald's
- Mon Chou
- Go Johnny Go
- Maison Pradier
- PAUL
- & many more
- The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4.
- Hotel Whistler
- Hôtel LOCOMO
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30
- Sat: 09:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 09:00 - 20:30
- Located between Tracks 15 and 18.
- Metro lines: 4, 5, 7
- Bus lines: 31, 32, 35, 38, 39, 46, 54, 56, 91
- Train lines: RER B, TGV, TGV/ICE, TER, Intercités, OUIGO, Transilien, Russian Railways
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Viale Stazione.
- Ristorante Casa del Popolo
- Ristorante Locanda Orico
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Internazionale Bellinzona
- Hotel & SPA Internazionale
- Hotel Unione
- Located in the main hall
- 300 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Train: SBB InterCity, RegioExpress
- Bus: Several lines available
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