- Must visit
Louvre Museum
The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$129
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$161
Fastest journey on Sep 19
3 h 4 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
3 h 24 m
Trains on Sep 19
10
Distance
464 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pforzheim to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pforzheim to Paris will cost around $161 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $129.
It's difficult to get from Pforzheim to Paris without transferring at least once.
S6 · IC 2166 · ICE 9584
19010 · ICE 9584
19006+
TGV 9576
S6 · 19006+
TGV 9576
IC 2164 · ICE 2508+
TGV 9552
19010 · ICE 9584
19674 · ICE 9590
S6 · IC 2166 · ICE 9584
17922 · 19674 · ICE 9590
19006+
TGV 9576Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pforzheim to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $61 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $61, while a flight costs an average of $615.
Distance: 288 miles (464 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$144 Average price | $61 Average price Cheapest | $615 Average price | $113 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 45m Average total duration 9h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.8kg 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 Pforzheim to Paris:
A bus is $83 (€68) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pforzheim to Paris costing on average $144 (€118).
A bus is $554 (€453) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pforzheim to Paris costing on average $615 (€503).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 21m.
Bus takes on average 9h 15m.
You'll arrive about 3h 0m sooner (3h 17m by train vs 6h 17m by car). Tickets start at around $144 (€118) compared to roughly $113 (€92) 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.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
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 Pforzheim to Paris 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17962 · 19038 · ICE 9578 | On time 1:26 AM Pforzheim Maihälden | 8h39 | 10:05 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
19038 · ICE 9578 | On time 6:31 AM Pforzheim Hbf | 3h34 | 10:05 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
S6 · 19006+ TGV 9576 | On time 8:37 AM Pforzheim Maihälden | 3h58 | 12:35 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
19006+ TGV 9576 | On time 9:03 AM Pforzheim Hbf | 3h32 | 12:35 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
S6 · IC 2166 · ICE 9584 | 10:37 AM Pforzheim Maihälden | 3h30 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
19010 · ICE 9584 | 11:03 AM Pforzheim Hbf | 3h04 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
17922 · 19674 · ICE 9590 | 11:19 AM Pforzheim Maihälden | 3h32 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
19674 · ICE 9590 | 11:31 AM Pforzheim Hbf | 3h20 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
17924 · IC 2164 · ICE 2508+ TGV 9552 | On time 12:19 PM Pforzheim Maihälden | 4h31 | 4:50 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 3 transfers | |
IC 2164 · ICE 2508+ TGV 9552 | On time 12:33 PM Pforzheim Hbf | 4h17 | 4:50 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Pforzheim to Paris run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $39 (€32) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:46, the last at 19:32. The fastest train covers the 288 miles (464 km) distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 288 miles (464 km) |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 12:46 AM |
Last train 7:32 PM |
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Discover the best of Paris — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris trip today.
The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
Masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, Degas, and more in a magnificent former railway station on the Seine.
Rich collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist works in the restored Orangerie, including Monet's immersive Water Lilies.
Grand avenue linking Place de la Concorde and the Arc de Triomphe, famous for ceremonial views, shops, and city energy.
Historic hilltop district of artists, stairways, village lanes, and major viewpoints, offering a distinctive Paris atmosphere.
Seine island at the city's historic heart, ideal for walking between Notre-Dame, Sainte-Chapelle, and old Paris streets.
Classic Parisian ham and cheese sandwich baked or grilled with béchamel. A staple of French brasseries and cafés.
Slow-cooked beef stew braised in red Burgundy wine with onions, mushrooms, and bacon. A beloved traditional French comfort dish.
Snails baked with garlic, parsley, and butter. A historic French delicacy strongly associated with classic Paris dining.
Three-Michelin-star dining by Alain Ducasse at Plaza Athénée, known for haute cuisine and luxurious contemporary presentation.
Historic Left Bank café serving classic French dishes in an elegant Art Nouveau setting popular with locals and visitors.
Elegant seafood institution near Gare Montparnasse, celebrated for oysters, shellfish platters, and polished brasserie service.
Paris is pricier than many European cities, with higher hotel, dining, and attraction costs, though transit is good value.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis are often rounded up; cafés may get small change.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pforzheim to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Pforzheim to Paris trains use the Pforzheim Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est station pair. Use this guide to compare Pforzheim and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pforzheim Hbf is 1 km from Pforzheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Pforzheim Hbf 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: Gaststätte Fürst Blücher, Pizza Point, Ali Baba, Sawasdee - Thai-Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Pforzheim Hbf. ATMs are available at Pforzheim Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Pforzheim Hbf. Information desks are available at Pforzheim Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Pforzheim Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pforzheim Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pforzheim Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pforzheim Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Pension Morlock, Hotel Ruf, Hotel am Theater, Hotel Montana.
Pforzheim Maihälden is 1 km from Pforzheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Pforzheim Maihälden has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Pforzheim Maihälden.
ATMs are available at Pforzheim Maihälden.
Available at Pforzheim Maihälden: Parking, WC.
Available at Pforzheim Maihälden: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pforzheim Maihälden.
Pforzheim, ZOB/Hbf has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pforzheim, ZOB/Hbf: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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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