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Musée Pyrénéen de Lourdes
Museum inside the castle presenting Pyrenean arts, traditions, costumes, and daily life. Combines a major monument with strong regional culture.
Cheapest price
kr701
Average price
kr992
Fastest journey
4 h 54 m
Average duration
4 h 58 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
666 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Lourdes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Lourdes will cost around kr992 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr701.
Of the 10 trains that leave Paris for Lourdes on Fri, Aug 28, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 28 the direct trains cover the 666 km distance in an average of 4 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 54 m .
On Fri, Aug 28 the slowest trains will take 5 h 6 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.
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L52 (867106)Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Lourdes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from kr279. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr279, and a flight costs an average of kr405.
Distance: 413 miles (666 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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kr832 Average price | kr953 Average price | kr515 Average price Cheapest | kr1800 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 2m Average total duration Fastest 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 22m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 48m Average total duration 8h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Lourdes:
A bus is kr317 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Lourdes costing on average kr832.
A bus is kr438 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Lourdes costing on average kr953.
Other travel options to Lourdes take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 32m.
Bus takes on average 8h 18m.
The journey is about 1h 35m faster (6h 32m by train vs 8h 7m by car) and roughly kr968 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (kr832 vs kr1800). 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 | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, 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.
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Lourdes trains for today, Thursday, August 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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8571 | On time 6:32 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 4h54 | 11:26 AM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8533+ L52 (867246) | 7:54 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 6h10 | 2:04 PM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
8572 | 10:05 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 4h55 | 3:00 PM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8507+ 14155 | 11:02 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 7h19 | 6:21 PM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
8575 | 1:59 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 5h01 | 7:00 PM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8593 | 6:04 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 4h54 | 10:58 PM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3731 | 9:40 PM Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 11h40 | 9:20 AM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3751+ 872733 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 11h21 | 9:34 AM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Paris to Lourdes run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr339 but you can travel from only kr279 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 413 miles (666 km) distance in 4h 53m.
Distance 413 miles (666 km) |
Average train duration 6h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price kr339 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 53m |
First train 5:21 AM |
Last train 10:14 PM |
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Discover the best of Lourdes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lourdes trip today.
Museum inside the castle presenting Pyrenean arts, traditions, costumes, and daily life. Combines a major monument with strong regional culture.
Wax museum with life-size scenes from Bernadette’s story and the life of Christ. Popular with pilgrims seeking an easy visual introduction.
Museum retracing Bernadette’s life, the apparitions, and Lourdes in the 19th century. Helpful for visitors wanting historical context before the sanctuary.
Main processional esplanade in front of the basilicas. A grand pedestrian area that captures the scale and atmosphere of Lourdes pilgrimage.
Green riverside route running through Lourdes, ideal for a peaceful walk away from the busiest pilgrimage streets and traffic.
Historic market square and local gathering place in the old town. Worth visiting for its everyday atmosphere and central location.
A hearty Pyrenean stew of white beans, confit duck, pork and sausage. It is a regional classic that reflects southwest France’s rustic mountain cooking.
Slow-cooked duck leg preserved in its own fat, prized across Gascony and the Hautes-Pyrénées for its rich flavor and traditional preservation method.
A thick cabbage-based soup with beans, potatoes and often duck confit or ham. It is a comforting Bigorre and Pyrenean staple in colder months.
Traditional French restaurant known for southwest regional dishes and a warm, classic setting near the sanctuary area.
Established hotel restaurant offering refined regional cuisine and attentive service in an elegant dining room.
Well-regarded casual French restaurant serving regional specialties, grills and generous plates in a relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for France: pilgrim demand can raise hotel prices in peak season, but dining is fairly reasonable and Lourdes is walkable, keeping local transport costs low.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafes.
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Gare de Lourdes -> Sanctuaire Notre-Dame de Lourdes, Lourdes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Lourdes 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 Lourdes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris to Lourdes trains use the Paris Gare Montparnasse to Lourdes station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris and Lourdes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paris Gare Montparnasse is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare Montparnasse 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: YO! Sushi, McDonald's, Pierre Herme, La Fabrique à Cookies, Brioche Dorée, Yogurt Factory, IT Trattoria, PeGast, EXKi, Starbucks, & many more
Free public Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are several ATM machines inside the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00. Information desks are information services are available at the SNCF ticket office. Located in Hall 1 on Level 2 near Track 1.
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located in Hall 1 on level 2 close to Track 24.
Available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Elevators, boarding ramps, and escalators. Special assistance for disabled travelers is available at the station, located in Hall 1 on Level 2.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Le Littré, Hôtel Mistral, Royal Saint Germain.
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.
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.
Lourdes 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: Le Navarre, Restaurant Alexandra
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lourdes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lourdes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lourdes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lourdes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lourdes: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Saint Sauveur, Hotel Panorama, Hotel Roissy.
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