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Musée Matisse
Regional museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, showing paintings, drawings, and temporary exhibitions in nearby Le Cateau-Cambrésis.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Saint-Michel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Saint-Michel will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
It's difficult to get from Paris to Saint-Michel without transferring at least once.
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Trains from Paris to Saint-Michel run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 19:50. The fastest train covers the 108 miles (175 km) distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 108 miles (175 km) |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 7:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Paris to Saint-Michel.
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Saint-Michel trains for today, Saturday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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7043+ K60 (841843) · P61 (841615) | On time 2:44 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h35 | 6:19 PM Hirson station | 2 transfers | |
2511+ 839751 · K61 (841926) | On time 2:58 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 3h43 | 6:41 PM Hirson station | 2 transfers | |
K15 (849927)+ P64 (45561) | 4:28 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h46 | 8:14 PM Hirson station | 1 transfer | |
K15 (849927)+ P64 (45561) | 4:28 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h37 | 8:05 PM Origny-en-Thiérache | 1 transfer | |
K15 (849931)+ P64 (45565) | 5:00 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h48 | 8:48 PM Origny-en-Thiérache | 1 transfer | |
K13 (16457) · P61 (841617) | 5:18 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h59 | 8:17 PM Hirson station | 1 transfer | |
2747+ 839272+ P64 (45565) | 5:28 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 3h20 | 8:48 PM Origny-en-Thiérache | 2 transfers | |
2747+ 839272+ P64 (45565) | 5:28 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 3h29 | 8:57 PM Hirson station | 2 transfers | |
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7015+ K60 (841835) · P61 (841621) | 8:43 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h36 | 12:19 PM Hirson station | 2 transfers | |
K13 (16465) · K61 (841927) | 10:18 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h03 | 2:21 PM Hirson station | 1 transfer | |
K15 (849915)+ P64 (45547) | 11:50 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h26 | 4:16 PM Hirson station | 1 transfer | |
K15 (849915)+ P64 (45547) | 11:50 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h17 | 4:07 PM Origny-en-Thiérache | 1 transfer | |
2421+ 839743+ 43412 | 12:46 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 3h50 | 4:36 PM Hirson station | 2 transfers | |
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Regional museum dedicated to Henri Matisse, showing paintings, drawings, and temporary exhibitions in nearby Le Cateau-Cambrésis.
Museum inside the abbey complex presenting local history, archaeology, and objects linked to monastic life in Thiérache.
Contemporary art center in Fourmies with exhibitions, installations, and cultural programming in a renovated industrial site.
Peaceful abbey grounds with lawns, heritage buildings, and easy walking paths suited to a relaxed cultural stop.
Scenic greenway for walking and cycling along the old railway, connecting villages, woods, and rural views around Saint-Michel.
Natural valley landscape with paths, water views, and quiet countryside scenery characteristic of the Thiérache region.
Galette-saucisse is a Breton street food of grilled pork sausage wrapped in a buckwheat galette, especially linked to nearby Brittany markets and festivals.
Buckwheat galettes are savory Breton crêpes, often filled with ham, egg, or cheese. They are a regional staple around Brittany and western France.
Crêpes are thin wheat pancakes served with butter, sugar, salted caramel, or jam. They are a classic treat in Brittany and neighboring areas.
Casual crêperie near Mont-Saint-Michel serving galettes, crêpes, and Breton cider in a simple traditional setting.
Classic local dining room around Mont-Saint-Michel offering regional seafood, omelets, and French comfort dishes.
Traditional restaurant in the Mont-Saint-Michel area known for Norman and Breton dishes, seafood, and a historic atmosphere.
Moderate for France: lodging is limited and seasonal, dining is mid-priced, and local transport costs are modest versus larger French tourist hubs.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares and leave small change at cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Saint-Michel 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 Saint-Michel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris to Saint-Michel trains use the Paris Gare du Nord to station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris and Saint-Michel 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.
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