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Musées de Sens
Sens's main museum, housed in the former archbishops' palace, with archaeology, treasure, paintings, and decorative arts.
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Sens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Sens will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 15 trains that leave Paris for Sens on Sun, Aug 16, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 16 the direct trains cover the 100 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Sun, Aug 16 the slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.
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17769Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Sens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a bus costs an average of $128.
Distance: 62 miles (100 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price Cheapest | $139 Average price | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Sens:
A train is $108 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Paris to Sens costing on average $139.
Other travel options to Sens take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 30m.
The journey is about 7m faster (1h 30m by train vs 1h 37m by car) and roughly $1 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($31 vs $32). 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, TER Mobigo | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
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 Sens trains for tomorrow, Sunday, August 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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17769 | 7:35 AM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 1h05 | 8:40 AM Sens | 0 transfersDirect | |
17771 | 9:23 AM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 1h17 | 10:40 AM Sens | 0 transfersDirect | |
892303 | 10:32 AM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 1h05 | 11:37 AM Sens | 0 transfersDirect | |
17773 | 11:32 AM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 1h06 | 12:38 PM Sens | 0 transfersDirect | |
892605 | 12:32 PM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 1h06 | 1:38 PM Sens | 0 transfersDirect | |
17775 | 1:32 PM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 1h05 | 2:37 PM Sens | 0 transfersDirect | |
892009 | 3:11 PM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 1h15 | 4:26 PM Sens | 0 transfersDirect | |
17777 | 3:30 PM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 1h05 | 4:35 PM Sens | 0 transfersDirect | |
892607 | 4:27 PM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 1h09 | 5:36 PM Sens | 0 transfersDirect | |
17779 | 5:27 PM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 1h08 | 6:35 PM Sens | 0 transfersDirect | |
891151 | 6:26 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1h10 | 7:36 PM Sens | 0 transfersDirect | |
17781 | 7:26 PM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 1h05 | 8:31 PM Sens | 0 transfersDirect | |
891153 | 8:27 PM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 1h10 | 9:37 PM Sens | 0 transfersDirect | |
21907 | 8:58 PM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 1h12 | 10:10 PM Sens | 0 transfersDirect | |
891155 | 10:35 PM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 1h14 | 11:49 PM Sens | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Paris to Sens run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:37, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 62 miles (100 km) distance in 55m.
Distance 62 miles (100 km) |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 4:37 AM |
Last train 11:32 PM |
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Discover the best of Sens — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sens trip today.
Sens's main museum, housed in the former archbishops' palace, with archaeology, treasure, paintings, and decorative arts.
Cathedral treasury displays exceptional liturgical objects and medieval treasures tied to the archbishops of Sens.
Archaeology collections present Gallo-Roman and medieval finds that reveal Sens's long urban history.
The cathedral square is the city's visual centerpiece, framed by major monuments and lively pedestrian activity.
Formal gardens behind the museums and cathedral, ideal for a calm walk among lawns, trees, and historic surroundings.
Main central square used for markets and events, offering a practical base to feel local city life.
Gougères are savory choux pastry puffs with cheese, a Burgundy classic often served warm as an apéritif. They reflect the region’s strong cheese and wine culture.
Escargots de Bourgogne are Burgundy snails baked with garlic, parsley, and butter. They are one of the region’s most famous traditional specialties.
Boeuf bourguignon is beef slowly braised in red Burgundy wine with onions and mushrooms. It is a signature regional comfort dish with deep local roots.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant in Sens known for refined seasonal French cuisine and polished service in a formal setting.
Well-regarded traditional French restaurant offering regional dishes and classic bistro cooking in a warm, relaxed atmosphere.
Established brasserie-style venue in Sens serving French classics and local favorites in a casual, central setting.
Moderate for provincial France: hotels and meals cost less than Paris, while local transit and cafes stay reasonable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Gare de Sens -> Place de la République, Sens
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Sens 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 Sens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris to Sens trains use the Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne to Sens station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris and Sens train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Croq'Voyage, Eat'Shop, Selecta
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.".
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:45 - 18:00. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Available at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne: The station is fully accessible, including step-free access throughout the station. An office to assist people with disabilities is located next to the ticket office, open daily from 06:00 to 23:15.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Paris Bercy, Kyriad Paris Bercy Village, Hotel Le Quartier Bercy-Square.
Paris Gare de Lyon is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de Lyon 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 Train Bleu, La Fabrique Cookies, The Grand Comptoir, Café Pierre Hermé, Paul, Starbucks, Golden Brioche, Mezzo di Pasta, McDonald's, The Prem1er Café, & many more
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in Hall 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Parisianer, Hôtel Locomo, Hôtel Marceau Bastille.
Paris Gare d'Austerlitz is 1 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare d'Austerlitz 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: Brioche Dorée, Dalloyau, La Croissanterie
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 08:00 - 20:00. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Seine entrance and on the underground level near the RER stairs and escalator.
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located across from Platforms 1 and 2 and are open daily from 06:00 to 22:00. .
Available at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz: The station is fully accessible, including handicapped parking, lifts, ramps, handicapped restrooms, and lowered counters.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Libertel Austerlitz Jardin des Plantes, OFF Paris Seine, Hotel Devillas.
Sens is 1 km from Sens city centre. Public transport options include:
Sens has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Saint Fiacre, La Madeleine
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Sens. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Sens. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sens: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sens: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sens: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include ibis Sens, Hotel Brennus, Hotel de Paris et de la Poste.
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