- Must visit
Musée Crozatier
The city's main museum explores archaeology, local history, lace, and fine arts in a landmark former seminary.
Cheapest price
€62
Average price
€79
Fastest journey
4 h 27 m
Average duration
4 h 38 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
439 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Le Puy-en-Velay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Le Puy-en-Velay will cost around €79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €62.
It's difficult to get from Paris to Le Puy-en-Velay without transferring at least once.
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889962 · 886732Trains from Paris to Le Puy-en-Velay run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €51 but you can travel from only €31 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 272 miles (439 km) distance in 4h 27m.
Distance 272 miles (439 km) |
Average train duration 4h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €51 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 27m |
First train 4:32 AM |
Last train 9:39 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Le Puy-en-Velay trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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6611+ 886724+ 30628 | On time 11:00 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h45 | 3:45 PM Le Puy-en-Velay station | 2 transfers | |
6685+ 889960 | 12:52 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h28 | 5:20 PM Le Puy-en-Velay station | 1 transfer | |
6617+ 886732 · 889962 | 1:52 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h56 | 6:48 PM Le Puy-en-Velay station | 2 transfers | |
5963+ 873725 | 1:56 PM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 6h13 | 8:09 PM Le Puy-en-Velay station | 1 transfer | |
6619+ 886736 · 889964 | 3:00 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h20 | 8:20 PM Le Puy-en-Velay station | 2 transfers | |
5971+ 874221+ 31117 | 3:57 PM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 5h57 | 9:54 PM Le Puy en Velay Hôpital Roux | 2 transfers | |
6687+ 889966 | 5:00 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h07 | 10:07 PM Le Puy-en-Velay station | 1 transfer | |
6689+ 889968 | 7:00 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h27 | 11:27 PM Le Puy-en-Velay station | 1 transfer | |
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6681+ 889956 | 7:52 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h36 | 12:28 PM Le Puy-en-Velay station | 1 transfer | |
6607+ 886718 · 889980 | 9:00 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h24 | 2:24 PM Le Puy-en-Velay station | 2 transfers | |
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The city's main museum explores archaeology, local history, lace, and fine arts in a landmark former seminary.
Hands-on lace museum presenting Le Puy's famous textile craft through tools, demonstrations, and regional heritage.
Exhibition venue dedicated to lace arts, showing technical skill and contemporary creativity tied to local identity.
Historic upper-town district of lanes and stairs around the cathedral, rich in pilgrimage character and old stone houses.
Main old-town square framed by historic buildings and cathedral approaches, ideal for soaking up the city's atmosphere.
Lively central square and market area with classic views toward the old town and easy access to major sights.
Small green lentils grown on volcanic soils around Le Puy. Prized for their nutty flavor and thin skin, they are a signature local ingredient with AOP status.
Traditional lentil stew or side dish made with Le Puy green lentils, often served with sausages or pork. It is a staple of local home-style cooking.
Hearty regional sausage, usually pork-based, commonly eaten with Le Puy lentils. It reflects the rustic mountain cooking of Haute-Loire.
Refined hotel restaurant with an elegant atmosphere and modern French cooking that highlights local ingredients from Haute-Loire and Auvergne.
Traditional local restaurant serving Auvergne specialties in a casual setting. A good choice for lentil dishes, meats, and regional products.
Established brasserie near the cathedral, known for regional dishes, lentils, and a classic dining room with a polished but relaxed feel.
Moderate for France: lodging is often cheaper than major cities, while dining is mid-range and local transit needs are limited in the compact center.
Service is usually included in France. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up; cafes may get small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Le Puy-en-Velay 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 Le Puy-en-Velay, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris to Le Puy-en-Velay trains use the Paris Gare de Lyon to Le Puy-en-Velay station pair, with some services arriving at Le Puy-en-Velay, Hôpital Emile Roux. Use this guide to compare Paris and Le Puy-en-Velay train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paris Gare de Lyon is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de Lyon 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 Train Bleu, La Fabrique Cookies, The Grand Comptoir, Café Pierre Hermé, Paul, Starbucks, Golden Brioche, Mezzo di Pasta, McDonald's, The Prem1er Café, & many more
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in Hall 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Parisianer, Hôtel Locomo, Hôtel Marceau Bastille.
Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Croq'Voyage, Eat'Shop, Selecta
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.".
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:45 - 18:00. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Available at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne: The station is fully accessible, including step-free access throughout the station. An office to assist people with disabilities is located next to the ticket office, open daily from 06:00 to 23:15.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Paris Bercy, Kyriad Paris Bercy Village, Hotel Le Quartier Bercy-Square.
Paris Gare d'Austerlitz is 1 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare d'Austerlitz 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: Brioche Dorée, Dalloyau, La Croissanterie
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 08:00 - 20:00. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Seine entrance and on the underground level near the RER stairs and escalator.
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located across from Platforms 1 and 2 and are open daily from 06:00 to 22:00. .
Available at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz: The station is fully accessible, including handicapped parking, lifts, ramps, handicapped restrooms, and lowered counters.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Libertel Austerlitz Jardin des Plantes, OFF Paris Seine, Hotel Devillas.
Le Puy-en-Velay has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Poivrier, La Taverne
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Ticket office support is available at Le Puy-en-Velay. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Le Puy-en-Velay. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Le Puy-en-Velay: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Le Puy-en-Velay: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Le Puy-en-Velay: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Styles Le Puy-en-Velay, Hotel Chris'tel, Dyke Hotel.
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