- Must visit
Maison de Monsieur Sax
Compact museum on inventor Adolphe Sax with instruments and displays celebrating Dinant’s global musical legacy.
Cheapest price
€45
Average price
€91
Fastest journey
3 h 1 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Trains per day
41
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Dinant is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Dinant will cost around €91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.
It's difficult to get from Paris to Dinant without transferring at least once.
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2109Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Dinant among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €76.
Distance: 150 miles (242 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€100 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest | €224 Average price | €57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration 4h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Dinant:
A bus is €68 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Dinant costing on average €100.
A bus is €192 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Dinant costing on average €224.
Other travel options to Dinant take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 59m.
Bus takes on average 4h 31m.
You'll arrive about 36m sooner (2h 59m by train vs 3h 35m by car). Tickets start at around €100 compared to roughly €57 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 Dinant trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:17 AM Paris | 3h46 | 10:03 AM Dinant | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:51 AM Paris | 3h31 | 10:22 AM Dinant | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:46 AM Paris | 4h03 | 11:49 AM Dinant | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:51 AM Paris | 3h31 | 11:22 AM Dinant | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:48 AM Paris | 3h34 | 1:22 PM Dinant | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:28 PM Paris | 3h01 | 8:29 PM Dinant | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Paris to Dinant run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €48 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 150 miles (242 km) distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 150 miles (242 km) |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €48 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 4:57 AM |
Last train 10:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of Dinant — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dinant trip today.
Compact museum on inventor Adolphe Sax with instruments and displays celebrating Dinant’s global musical legacy.
Interpretation spaces inside the citadel present military history, the 1914 assault, and panoramic context for the city.
Museum in a former convent exploring regional religious art and the spiritual history of the Meuse valley.
Lively riverside promenade lined with classic views of the citadel, church, boats, and colorful facades.
Hilltop viewpoint area near the citadel stairs, excellent for classic panoramas over the river and old town roofs.
Main square at the foot of the church, ideal for admiring Dinant’s most iconic architecture and daily street life.
Hard honey biscuit long associated with Dinant. It is baked in carved molds and known for its extreme crunch and historic roots in the Meuse valley.
Regional abbey-style blonde beer from nearby Leffe Abbey. It is one of the area’s signature drinks and a classic pairing with Walloon food.
Cooked ham from the Ardennes, often lightly smoked and served with local bread or salads. It is a staple of Walloon charcuterie.
Refined French and Belgian dining in an elegant setting, known for seasonal menus and polished service near the center of Dinant.
Well-known riverside brasserie serving Belgian classics, seafood, and regional beer in a lively casual atmosphere.
Traditional Belgian brasserie with mussels, grills, and local dishes. Popular for its central location and relaxed setting.
Moderate for Belgium: stays and dining cost more than smaller regional towns, but transit and casual meals are manageable for most tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up. Small change is fine in cafés.
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Dinant Station -> Place Reine Astrid, Dinant
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Dinant 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 Dinant, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris to Dinant trains use the Paris Gare du Nord to Dinant station pair, with some services arriving at Givet. Use this guide to compare Paris and Dinant train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare du Nord: Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
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.
Dinant has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Wiertz, Le Sancerre
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Dinant. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Dinant. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dinant: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dinant: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dinant: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Dinant Centre, Hotel La Merveilleuse.
Anseremme is 2 km from Dinant city centre. Public transport options include:
Anseremme has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Anseremme.
Available at Anseremme: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Anseremme.
Gendron-Celles is 6 km from Dinant city centre. Public transport options include:
Gendron-Celles has practical services for this route, including Dining and WC.
Food and drink options are available at Gendron-Celles.
Available at Gendron-Celles: WC.
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