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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Challans
Cheapest price
$67
Average price
$89
Fastest journey
3 h 12 m
Average duration
3 h 42 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
386 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Challans is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Challans will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
It's difficult to get from Paris to Challans without transferring at least once.
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972139:35 AM3h45Paris Gare Montparnasse1:20 PMGare de Challans$671One-way1 transfer- 8805+85913910:52 AM3h12Paris Gare Montparnasse2:04 PMGare de Challans$731One-way1 transfer
- 8875+8591411:24 PM3h40Paris Gare Montparnasse5:04 PMGare de Challans$901One-way1 transfer
- 8905+972155:34 PM3h46Paris Gare Montparnasse9:20 PMGare de Challans$1081One-way1 transfer
- 8811+8591432:51 PM4h09Paris Gare Montparnasse7:00 PMGare de Challans$1081One-way1 transfer
- 8805+85913910:52 AM3h12Paris Gare Montparnasse2:04 PMGare de Challans$731One-way1 transfer
- 8875+8591411:24 PM3h40Paris Gare Montparnasse5:04 PMGare de Challans$901One-way1 transfer
- 8913+972139:35 AM3h45Paris Gare Montparnasse1:20 PMGare de Challans$671One-way1 transfer
- 8905+972155:34 PM3h46Paris Gare Montparnasse9:20 PMGare de Challans$1081One-way1 transfer
- 8811+8591432:51 PM4h09Paris Gare Montparnasse7:00 PMGare de Challans$1081One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Paris to Challans
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Challans among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $60. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $60, and a flight costs an average of $95.
Distance: 239 miles (386 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$90 Average price | $60 Average price Cheapest | $220 Average price | $139 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Challans:
A bus is $30 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Challans costing on average $90 (€74).
A bus is $161 (€131) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Challans costing on average $220 (€180).
Other travel options to Challans take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 8m.
Bus takes on average 4h 27m.
The journey is about 1h 27m faster (3h 7m by train vs 4h 34m by car) and roughly $49 (€40) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($90 (€74) vs $139 (€114)). 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.
Live departures
Paris to Challans train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Challans trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:31 PM Paris | 3h33 | 4:04 PM Challans | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:51 PM Paris | 3h31 | 4:22 PM Challans | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:11 PM Paris | 5h04 | 8:15 PM Challans | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| 8913+97213 | 9:35 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 3h45 | 1:20 PM Gare de Challans | 1 transfer | |
| 8805+859139 | 10:52 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 3h12 | 2:04 PM Gare de Challans | 1 transfer | |
| 8875+859141 | 1:24 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 3h40 | 5:04 PM Gare de Challans | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Challans
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Trains from Paris to Challans run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€42) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 239 miles (386 km) distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 239 miles (386 km) |
Average train duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€42) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 5:55 AM |
Last train 9:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Paris to Challans trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Paris and Challans from $51 (€42). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Paris to Challans
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Challans 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 Challans, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Paris to Challans
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00
- Free public Wi-Fi
- Automatic lockers are located in Hall 1 on level 2 close to Track 24
- YO! Sushi
- McDonald's
- Pierre Herme
- La Fabrique à Cookies
- Brioche Dorée
- Yogurt Factory
- IT Trattoria
- PeGast
- EXKi
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, boarding ramps, and escalators. Special assistance for disabled travelers is available at the station, located in Hall 1 on Level 2
- Hotel Le Littré
- Hôtel Mistral
- Royal Saint Germain
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00
- Information services are available at the SNCF ticket office. Located in Hall 1 on Level 2 near Track 1
- Metro lines: 4, 6, 12, 13
- Bus lines: 28, 39, 58, 82, 88, 89, 91, 92, 94, 95, 96
- Train lines: TGV, OUIGO, Intercités, Transilien N, TER Normandie, TER Centre
LockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- 5:00 AM - 7:30 PM Monday - Friday
- 5:00 AM - 7:30 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Hotel Le Challans
- Hotel Inn Design Resto Novo Challans
- 55 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- The station has a single hall with access to platforms and basic amenities.
- Bus: Several local lines available
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