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Musée de Vichy
Main local history museum with archaeology, decorative arts, and spa-era collections explaining Vichy's development over time.
Cheapest price on Aug 31
$47
Average ticket price on Aug 31
$69
Fastest journey on Aug 31
2 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Aug 31
2 h 57 m
Trains on Aug 31
9
Distance
315 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Vichy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Vichy will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
On Mon, Aug 31, we found 9 trains from Paris to Vichy, including 7 direct services.
On Mon, Aug 31 the direct trains cover the 315 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
On Mon, Aug 31 the slowest trains will take 2 h 59 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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5951Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Vichy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $60 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $60, while a flight costs an average of $521.
Distance: 195 miles (315 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$72 Average price | $60 Average price Cheapest | $521 Average price | $121 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 59m Average total duration 7h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.9kg 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 Vichy:
A bus is $12 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Vichy costing on average $72 (€58).
A bus is $460 (€373) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Vichy costing on average $521 (€422).
Other travel options to Vichy take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 8m.
Bus takes on average 7h 29m.
The journey is about 1h 1m faster (3h 8m by train vs 4h 9m by car) and roughly $49 (€40) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($72 (€58) vs $121 (€98)). 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 | Intercités, 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 Vichy trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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5951 | 6:57 AM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 2h59 | 9:56 AM Vichy station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3615 · 4402+ 874125 | 7:28 AM Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 4h16 | 11:44 AM Vichy station | 2 transfers | |
5955 | 9:00 AM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 2h55 | 11:55 AM Vichy station | 0 transfersDirect | |
5905 · 875504 | 9:10 AM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 4h37 | 1:47 PM Vichy station | 1 transfer | |
5959 | 12:58 PM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 2h55 | 3:53 PM Vichy station | 0 transfersDirect | |
5963 | 1:56 PM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 2h59 | 4:55 PM Vichy station | 0 transfersDirect | |
5971 | 3:57 PM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 2h58 | 6:55 PM Vichy station | 0 transfersDirect | |
5973 | 4:57 PM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 3h00 | 7:57 PM Vichy station | 0 transfersDirect | |
5983 | 6:57 PM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 3h00 | 9:57 PM Vichy station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Paris to Vichy run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 20:04. The fastest train covers the 195 miles (315 km) distance in 2h 49m.
Distance 195 miles (315 km) |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 49m |
First train 5:35 AM |
Last train 8:04 PM |
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Discover the best of Vichy — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vichy trip today.
Main local history museum with archaeology, decorative arts, and spa-era collections explaining Vichy's development over time.
Contemporary exhibition venue in a former thermal pavilion, showing modern art and photography in a striking heritage setting.
Heritage interpretation venue dedicated to UNESCO Great Spa Towns themes and Vichy's urban, social, and thermal history.
Tree-lined central park and promenade at the heart of the spa quarter, ideal for architecture views and leisurely walks.
Large riverside park along the Allier, popular for walking, cycling, lawns, and broad views over Vichy's elegant waterfront.
Scenic lakeside promenade beside the Allier, excellent for sunset strolls, people-watching, and classic views of the town.
A rich potato gratin from nearby Auvergne made with sliced potatoes, crème fraîche, garlic and Cantal or Tomme cheese. A comforting regional classic.
Traditional Auvergne cabbage stew with pork, sausages and vegetables. It is a hearty mountain dish long associated with rural family cooking.
Mashed potatoes blended with fresh tome cheese until elastic. This iconic Aubrac and Auvergne dish is prized for its rich texture and alpine roots.
Refined dining in an elegant setting, known for modern French cuisine using regional products. A strong choice for a higher-end meal in Vichy.
Well-regarded traditional restaurant serving classic French and Auvergne dishes in a warm, brasserie-style atmosphere near central Vichy.
Established local venue popular for generous regional cuisine and a relaxed setting. Suitable for trying hearty Auvergne specialties.
Moderate for France. Hotels and spa dining can raise costs, but casual meals and local transport stay fairly reasonable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafes if service was good.
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Gare de Vichy -> Vichy City Center
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Vichy 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 Vichy, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris to Vichy trains use the Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne to Vichy station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris and Vichy 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.
Vichy is 1 km from Vichy city centre. Public transport options include:
Vichy 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: Restaurant La Table d'Antoine, Le Vichy
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Vichy. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Vichy. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vichy: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vichy: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vichy: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de Grignan, Vichy Celestins Spa Hotel, Hotel Midland.
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