- Must visit
Mittelbau-Dora Museum
Museum and memorial exhibition at the former camp site, documenting wartime production, persecution, and remembrance.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€128
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€152
Fastest journey on Sep 19
7 h 54 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
10 h 29 m
Trains on Sep 19
5
Distance
669 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Nordhausen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Nordhausen will cost around €152 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €128.
It's difficult to get from Paris to Nordhausen without transferring at least once.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Nordhausen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €170 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €170, while a flight costs an average of €598.
Distance: 415 miles (669 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€170 Average price Cheapest | €598 Average price | €169 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 37m Average total duration 7h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Nordhausen:
A train is €429 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Nordhausen costing on average €598.
Other travel options to Nordhausen take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 7m.
You'll arrive about 1h 43m sooner (7h 7m by train vs 8h 50m by car). Tickets start at around €170 compared to roughly €169 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 Nordhausen trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:07 AM Paris | 8h06 | 7:13 PM Nordhausen | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:10 PM Paris | 8h05 | 9:15 PM Nordhausen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:21 PM Paris | 7h54 | 11:15 PM Nordhausen | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Paris to Nordhausen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €105 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 415 miles (669 km) distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 415 miles (669 km) |
Average train duration 7h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €105 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 45m |
First train 4:20 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
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Discover the best of Nordhausen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nordhausen trip today.
Museum and memorial exhibition at the former camp site, documenting wartime production, persecution, and remembrance.
Leading local history museum with archaeology, art, and city collections inside a restored civic building.
Distillery museum explaining Nordhausen's Korn tradition with exhibits on production methods and regional identity.
Main square of Nordhausen with civic buildings, events, and a convenient base for exploring the old town on foot.
Historic quarter area with churches and older streetscapes, offering one of the city's best walking atmospheres.
Green park area for a relaxed walk, with open lawns and local leisure appeal close to the center.
Nordhäuser Doppelkorn is the town’s famous grain spirit, distilled locally for centuries and closely tied to Nordhausen’s identity in the Harz region.
Harzer Käse is a sour milk cheese from the region, pungent and protein-rich, traditionally eaten with bread, onions, and caraway.
Thüringer Rostbratwurst is a classic grilled sausage from Thuringia, seasoned with marjoram and typically served with mustard and bread.
Traditional German restaurant with regional Thuringian dishes and a rustic atmosphere in central Nordhausen.
Established steakhouse and grill known for hearty portions, classic meat dishes, and relaxed service.
Casual local venue serving German favorites, beer, and comfort food in an informal pub-style setting.
Nordhausen is cheaper than major German tourist cities. Hotels, meals, and local transit are generally moderate, making it a good value for regional travel.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Nordhausen 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 Nordhausen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris to Nordhausen trains use the Paris Gare de l'Est to Nordhausen station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris and Nordhausen 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.
Nordhausen is 1 km from Nordhausen city centre. Public transport options include:
Nordhausen 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: Bauchgefühl, Ristorante Due Angeli, Nardeen Döner, Irmak Kebap House
Wi-Fi is available at Nordhausen. ATMs are available at Nordhausen.
Ticket office support is available at Nordhausen. Information desks are available at Nordhausen.
Luggage storage is available at Nordhausen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nordhausen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nordhausen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nordhausen.
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