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Holstentor Museum
Museum inside Lübeck's famous gate, presenting the city's Hanseatic history and fortifications. Essential for context before exploring the old town.
Cheapest price
€178
Average price
€202
Fastest journey
9 h 42 m
Average duration
9 h 44 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
803 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Lübeck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Lübeck will cost around €202 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €178.
It's difficult to get from Paris to Lübeck without transferring at least 2 times.
ICE 9591 · ICE 72 · 11432
ICE 9553 · ICE 1070 · 11436
TGV 9551+
ICE 1072 · 11428
ICE 9553 · ICE 1070 · 11436
ICE 9591 · ICE 72 · 11432
TGV 9551+
ICE 1072 · 11428Trains from Paris to Lübeck run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €78 but you can travel from only €47 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:34, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 498 miles (803 km) distance in 9h 1m.
Distance 498 miles (803 km) |
Average train duration 8h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €78 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 9h 1m |
First train 12:34 AM |
Last train 11:10 PM |
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Best time to book 56 days |
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Lübeck trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TGV 9551+ ICE 1072 · 11428 | On time 9:06 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 9h46 | 6:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 9591 · ICE 72 · 11432 | On time 11:07 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 9h45 | 8:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 9553 · ICE 1070 · 11436 | On time 1:10 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 9h42 | 10:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Museum inside Lübeck's famous gate, presenting the city's Hanseatic history and fortifications. Essential for context before exploring the old town.
Outstanding museum on Hanseatic trade and Lübeck's global medieval role, housed in a former monastery. Rich exhibits make it a top cultural stop.
Celebrates Nobel Prize winner Thomas Mann and his literary family in a historic townhouse. Excellent for literature, politics, and local culture.
UNESCO-listed island old town with lanes, courtyards, churches, and merchant houses. The essential area for walking and experiencing Lübeck's character.
Historic main street lined with gabled houses, shops, and key sights. Ideal for an introductory stroll through the heart of the city.
Elegant square in front of the town hall and St. Mary's Church. A central meeting point with impressive Gothic architecture all around.
Sweet almond marzipan from Lübeck, protected by PGI status and famed for its high almond content. The city's best-known traditional specialty.
Marzipan-coated pastry or cake, common in Lübeck cafés and bakeries. It reflects the city's long confectionery tradition.
Pan-fried Baltic herring, often served with potatoes or onion sauce. A classic North German fish dish tied to Lübeck's Hanseatic port history.
Elegant fine dining restaurant known for modern tasting menus and polished service in Lübeck's old town.
Historic tavern serving North German classics and local fish in a traditional Hanseatic setting near the old town center.
Historic café and confectionery famous for Lübeck marzipan, cakes, and coffee. A classic stop for the city's signature sweet.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, public transit is reasonable, and old-town tourist areas cost a bit more.
Service is usually included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
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Lübeck Hbf -> Holstentorplatz, Lübeck
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Lübeck 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 Lübeck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris to Lübeck trains use the Paris Gare de l'Est to Lübeck Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Lübeck Hochschulstadtteil. Use this guide to compare Paris and Lübeck 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.
Lübeck Hbf is 1 km from Lübeck city centre. Public transport options include:
Lübeck Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: MyWaffel, McDonald's, Cafe Maret, Café Brazil
Wi-Fi is available at Lübeck Hbf. ATMs are available at Lübeck Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Lübeck Hbf. Information desks are available at Lübeck Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Lübeck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lübeck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lübeck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lübeck Hbf.
Nearby hotels include LIHO, Mercure, Hotel Stadt Lübeck, Hotel an der Marienkirche.
Lübeck Hochschulstadtteil is 4 km from Lübeck city centre. Public transport options include:
Lübeck Hochschulstadtteil has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Zeus, Ari Grill, Hong Van, Junge die Bäckerei.
Wi-Fi is available at Lübeck Hochschulstadtteil. ATMs are available at Lübeck Hochschulstadtteil.
Ticket office support is available at Lübeck Hochschulstadtteil. Information desks are available at Lübeck Hochschulstadtteil.
Luggage storage is available at Lübeck Hochschulstadtteil. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lübeck Hochschulstadtteil: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lübeck Hochschulstadtteil: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lübeck Hochschulstadtteil.
Lübeck St Jürgen is 3 km from Lübeck city centre. Public transport options include:
Lübeck St Jürgen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Campus Kebab, Bierhaus, Jahn-Stuben, Kleines Steakhouse
Wi-Fi is available at Lübeck St Jürgen. ATMs are available at Lübeck St Jürgen.
Ticket office support is available at Lübeck St Jürgen. Information desks are available at Lübeck St Jürgen.
Luggage storage is available at Lübeck St Jürgen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lübeck St Jürgen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lübeck St Jürgen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lübeck St Jürgen.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ideal.
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