- Must visit
Kunsthaus Bregenz
Major contemporary art museum by Peter Zumthor, renowned for changing international exhibitions and striking glass architecture near the lake.
Cheapest price
€179
Average price
€179
Fastest journey
6 h 58 m
Average duration
6 h 58 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
568 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Bregenz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Bregenz will cost around €179 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €179.
It's difficult to get from Paris to Bregenz without transferring at least 2 times.
ICE 2585 · ICE 217+
TGV 9551
ICE 2585 · ICE 217+
TGV 9551Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Bregenz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €42, and a train costs an average of €179.
Distance: 352 miles (568 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€206 Average price | €173 Average price | €70 Average price Cheapest | €205 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 30m Average total duration 13h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Bregenz:
A bus is €103 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Bregenz costing on average €173.
A bus is €135 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Bregenz costing on average €206.
Other travel options to Bregenz take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 39m.
Bus takes on average 13h 0m.
You'll arrive about 1h 33m sooner (6h 39m by train vs 8h 12m by car). Tickets start at around €206 compared to roughly €205 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.
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Bregenz trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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TGV 9551+ ICE 2585 · ICE 217 | On time 9:06 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 6h58 | 4:04 PM Bregenz station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Paris to Bregenz run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €179 but you can travel from only €42 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 352 miles (568 km) distance in 6h 56m.
Distance 352 miles (568 km) |
Average train duration 6h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €179 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 56m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 10:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Bregenz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bregenz trip today.
Major contemporary art museum by Peter Zumthor, renowned for changing international exhibitions and striking glass architecture near the lake.
Regional museum in the Upper Town showcasing Vorarlberg’s cultural history, applied arts, and rotating exhibitions in a historic setting.
Museum in the medieval tower presenting Bregenz city history and the famous onion-domed landmark’s architecture and past.
Panoramic mountain above the city with cable car access, alpine walks, and superb views over Lake Constance and the Rhine Valley.
Main lakeside promenade ideal for walking, cycling, and sunset views, linking the harbor, festival district, and public waterfront.
Historic upper quarter with narrow lanes, old buildings, museums, and a quieter atmosphere that reveals Bregenz’s medieval past.
A rich cheese dish from Vorarlberg made with local mountain cheeses and small dumplings or pasta pieces. It is a regional comfort food strongly tied to Alpine farming.
Clear beef broth served with sliced pancake strips. Common in Austrian homes and inns, it is a classic starter across Vorarlberg and Bregenz.
Thin crispy potato cakes, often served with applesauce or cheese. They are a simple Alpine staple found in traditional Vorarlberg cooking.
Elegant lakeside fine dining known for refined Austrian cuisine, seasonal ingredients, and polished service in a historic setting.
Traditional Austrian restaurant serving regional classics in a cozy inn atmosphere. A good choice for hearty Vorarlberg dishes.
Well-known venue near the lake offering Austrian and Central European dishes with a relaxed brasserie feel and broad appeal.
Moderate for Austria: hotels and dining cost more than small towns, but transit is efficient and meal prices are below Vienna or Salzburg tourist hotspots.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants. For cafés and taxis, round up to the nearest euro.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Bregenz 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 Bregenz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris to Bregenz trains use the Paris Gare de l'Est to Bregenz station pair, with some services arriving at Bregenz Hafen. Use this guide to compare Paris and Bregenz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paris Gare de l'Est is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de l'Est 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 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
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30, Sat: 09:00 - 20:00, Sun: 09:00 - 20:30. Information desks are located between Tracks 15 and 18.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de l'Est: The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4. .
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Hôtel LOCOMO, Hôtel Parisianer.
Bregenz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Poseidon, Gasthof Lamm
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bregenz. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bregenz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bregenz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bregenz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bregenz: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Messmer, Hotel Weißes Kreuz, Hotel Ibis Bregenz.
Bregenz Hafen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Bregenz Hafen.
ATMs are available at Bregenz Hafen.
Available at Bregenz Hafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bregenz Hafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bregenz Hafen.
Bregenz Riedenburg is 2 km from Bregenz city centre. Public transport options include:
Bregenz Riedenburg has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Food and drink options are available at Bregenz Riedenburg.
ATMs are available at Bregenz Riedenburg.
Available at Bregenz Riedenburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bregenz Riedenburg.
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