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Mons Tabor Museum
Regional museum in a historic setting presenting local history, archaeology, and everyday life. Best place to start for Montabaur’s background.
Cheapest price
€133
Average price
€133
Fastest journey
5 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 50 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
432 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Montabaur is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Montabaur will cost around €133 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €133.
Of the 1 trains that leave Paris for Montabaur on Thu, Aug 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 432 km distance in an average of 5 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 50 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 5 h 50 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 Montabaur among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, and a flight costs an average of €81.
Distance: 268 miles (432 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€135 Average price | €216 Average price | €58 Average price Cheapest | €114 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 44m Average total duration 9h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.1kg 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 Montabaur:
A bus is €77 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Montabaur costing on average €135.
A bus is €158 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Montabaur costing on average €216.
Other travel options to Montabaur take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 47m.
Bus takes on average 9h 14m.
You'll arrive about 1h 20m sooner (4h 47m by train vs 6h 7m by car). Tickets start at around €135 compared to roughly €114 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 Montabaur trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:06 AM Paris | 5h50 | 1:56 PM Montabaur | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:51 AM Paris | 5h12 | 4:03 PM Montabaur | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Paris to Montabaur run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €63 but you can travel from only €35 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:03, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 268 miles (432 km) distance in 5h 12m.
Distance 268 miles (432 km) |
Average train duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €63 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 12m |
First train 4:03 AM |
Last train 9:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Montabaur — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Montabaur trip today.
Regional museum in a historic setting presenting local history, archaeology, and everyday life. Best place to start for Montabaur’s background.
Nearby ceramic museum in the Westerwald region, known for traditional stoneware and design history. A strong specialty museum close to Montabaur.
Museum in nearby Höhr-Grenzhausen on regional clay industry and craft traditions. Excellent context for the Westerwald’s material culture.
The old town’s main square, lined with colorful half-timbered buildings. Ideal for photos, orientation, and soaking up Montabaur’s historic atmosphere.
Historic neighborhood of narrow streets and half-timbered homes. Best explored on foot to appreciate Montabaur’s smaller local details.
Historic pedestrian street with shops and restored facades. It is one of the best places for a relaxed walk through the old town.
Döppekooche is a hearty potato bake from the Westerwald, often cooked with onions and bacon. It is a beloved regional comfort dish served at fairs and family meals.
Westerwälder Kartoffelsuppe is a rustic potato soup from the region, usually enriched with root vegetables and sometimes sausage. It reflects simple farmhouse cooking.
Riewekooche are crisp potato pancakes popular across Rhineland-Palatinate, commonly served with apple sauce. They are a staple at markets and seasonal festivals.
Established hotel restaurant with refined regional and seasonal cuisine in an elegant setting near Montabaur Castle.
Traditional brewery-style venue known for German classics, hearty portions, and a relaxed atmosphere in central Montabaur.
Well-known steakhouse and grill offering meat-focused dishes and a casual modern dining room popular with locals and shoppers.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is reasonable. Costs are often lower than major tourist cities like Frankfurt or Munich.
Service is usually included. Round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes.
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Montabaur station -> Montabaur ICE Bahnhof / ZOB
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Montabaur 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 Montabaur, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris to Montabaur trains use the Paris Gare de l'Est to Montabaur station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris and Montabaur train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
Montabaur is 1 km from Montabaur city centre. Public transport options include:
Montabaur 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: Curry Hut, Classic, Eiscafé La Galleria, Eiscafé Dolomiti
Wi-Fi is available at Montabaur. ATMs are available at Montabaur.
Ticket office support is available at Montabaur. Information desks are available at Montabaur.
Luggage storage is available at Montabaur. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Montabaur: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Montabaur: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montabaur.
Nearby hotels include Posthotel Hans Sacks, Hotel Schloss Montabaur.
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