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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Chartres
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
59 m
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Chartres is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Chartres will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 28 trains that leave Paris for Chartres on Wed, Jul 15, 28 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 59 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest trains will take 1 h 3 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.
8625454:24 PM1h05Paris Gare Montparnasse5:29 PMChartres station$251One-way0 transfers- 8625191:06 PM1h01Paris Gare Montparnasse2:07 PMChartres station$251One-way0 transfers
- 8625275:05 PM0h59Paris Gare Montparnasse6:04 PMChartres station$251One-way0 transfers
- 8625233:06 PM1h02Paris Gare Montparnasse4:08 PMChartres station$251One-way0 transfers
- 8625119:06 AM1h03Paris Gare Montparnasse10:09 AMChartres station$251One-way0 transfers
- 8625275:05 PM0h59Paris Gare Montparnasse6:04 PMChartres station$251One-way0 transfers
- 8625191:06 PM1h01Paris Gare Montparnasse2:07 PMChartres station$251One-way0 transfers
- 8625076:36 AM1h01Paris Gare Montparnasse7:37 AMChartres station$251One-way0 transfers
- 8625233:06 PM1h02Paris Gare Montparnasse4:08 PMChartres station$251One-way0 transfers
- 8625119:06 AM1h03Paris Gare Montparnasse10:09 AMChartres station$251One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Paris to Chartres
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Chartres among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$25 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Chartres:
A bus is $10 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Chartres costing on average $25 (€20).
Other travel options to Chartres take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 18m.
The journey is about 16m faster (1h 7m by train vs 1h 23m by car) and roughly $3 (€2) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($25 (€20) vs $27 (€23)). 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, TER, TER REMI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Paris to Chartres train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Chartres trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 862413 | On time 10:09 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h17 | 11:26 AM Chartres station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 862515 | On time 11:06 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h02 | 12:08 PM Chartres station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 862417 | 12:09 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h21 | 1:30 PM Chartres station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 862473 | 1:06 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h00 | 2:06 PM Chartres station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 862421 | 2:09 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h17 | 3:26 PM Chartres station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 862523 | 3:06 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h05 | 4:11 PM Chartres station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 862543 | 4:09 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h15 | 5:24 PM Chartres station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 862527 | 5:05 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h00 | 6:05 PM Chartres station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 862429 | 5:09 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h19 | 6:28 PM Chartres station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 862529 | 6:05 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h01 | 7:06 PM Chartres station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 862435 | 6:09 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h17 | 7:26 PM Chartres station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 862531 | 7:06 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h02 | 8:08 PM Chartres station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 862443 | 8:08 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h06 | 9:14 PM Chartres station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
| 862401 | 5:33 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h23 | 6:56 AM Chartres station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 862507 | 6:36 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h01 | 7:37 AM Chartres station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 862463 | 7:09 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h17 | 8:26 AM Chartres station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 862409 | 7:39 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h19 | 8:58 AM Chartres station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 862411 | 8:04 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h17 | 9:21 AM Chartres station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 862511 | 9:06 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1h03 | 10:09 AM Chartres station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Chartres
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Trains from Paris to Chartres run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, TER REMI, Transilien – SNCF Voyageurs, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Paris to Chartres trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, TER REMI, Transilien – SNCF Voyageurs, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Paris and Chartres from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
TER
TER REMI
Transilien – SNCF Voyageurs
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Paris to Chartres
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Chartres 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 Chartres, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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