- Must visit
Musée de la Nacre et de la Tabletterie
Méru’s signature museum on mother-of-pearl, buttons, and cutlery, with workshops showing the craft that made the town famous.
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
54 m
Average duration
54 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Meru is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Meru will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 2 trains that leave Paris for Meru on Mon, Aug 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 17 the direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .
On Mon, Aug 17 the slowest trains will take 54 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Meru among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 27 miles (45 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Meru take longer:
Train takes on average 52m.
The journey is about 26m faster (52m by train vs 1h 18m by car) and roughly $8 (€7) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($13 (€11) vs $21 (€17)). 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.
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 Meru trains for today, Sunday, August 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C17 (847417) | 11:01 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 0h54 | 11:55 AM Méru | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17 (847419) | 12:01 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0h54 | 12:55 PM Méru | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17 (847423) | 1:53 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h02 | 2:55 PM Méru | 0 transfersDirect | |
S06 (847545) | 4:01 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0h54 | 4:55 PM Méru | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17 (847433) | 5:02 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0h52 | 5:54 PM Méru | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17 (847445) | 6:44 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h03 | 7:47 PM Méru | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17 (847451) | 9:01 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0h54 | 9:55 PM Méru | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17 (847453) | 10:01 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0h48 | 10:49 PM Méru | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, August 17 | |||||
![]() | 8:01 AM Paris | 0h54 | 8:55 AM Meru | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Paris to Meru run on average 16 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (45 km) distance in 49m.
Distance 27 miles (45 km) |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 5:07 AM |
Last train 10:34 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Méru’s signature museum on mother-of-pearl, buttons, and cutlery, with workshops showing the craft that made the town famous.
Small interpretation space within the nacre museum complex presenting industrial tools, techniques, and local artisan know-how.
Museum display area focused on button-making heritage, worth visiting for a closer look at Méru’s specialist local industry.
Main civic square in central Méru, surrounded by everyday town life and useful as a starting point for exploring local heritage.
Public green space for strolling or relaxing, appreciated by residents and convenient for a quiet break near the center.
Walkable town-center area mixing shops, civic buildings, and heritage stops, best for getting an overview of Méru.
Brioche twist from nearby Beauvais flavored with orange blossom and often studded with raisins. A regional Picardy sweet linked to local festive baking.
Classic northern French stew of beef slowly braised in beer with onions. Popular across Picardy and Hauts-de-France for its rich, warming flavor.
Thick vegetable soup traditionally made with leeks, potatoes, carrots, cabbage, and cream. A rustic Picard staple eaten in cooler months.
Traditional French restaurant in Meru known for classic brasserie dishes in a relaxed local setting.
Established casual venue serving pizzas, grills, and French staples. Popular for easy family meals and friendly service.
Well-known local restaurant offering French cuisine and hearty regional plates in a comfortable dining room.
Moderate for France. Small-town stays and meals are often cheaper than Paris, but hotel, cafe, and rail costs are still above many smaller European towns.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up. Small change is enough in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Meru 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 Meru, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris to Meru trains use the Paris Gare du Nord to Méru station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris and Meru 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.
Méru has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free wifi available at the station. ATMs are available at Méru.
Ticket office support is available at Méru.
Available at Méru: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Méru: Wheelchair accessible paths and assistance available.
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