- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
Paris’s flagship art museum, famous for the Mona Lisa, major antiquities, and vast collections spanning centuries. A priority visit for first-time travelers.
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$96
Fastest journey
2 h 13 m
Average duration
2 h 28 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
321 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Malo to Paris Gare du Nord is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Malo to Paris Gare du Nord will cost around $96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 9 trains that leave St Malo for Paris Gare du Nord on Fri, Jun 26, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 26 the direct trains cover the 321 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .
On Fri, Jun 26 the slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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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854438Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Malo to Paris Gare du Nord among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $100.
Distance: 199 miles (321 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$76 Average price | $52 Average price Cheapest | $189 Average price | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 17m Average total duration 7h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from St Malo to Paris Gare du Nord:
A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St Malo to Paris Gare du Nord costing on average $76 (€63).
A bus is $137 (€114) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from St Malo to Paris Gare du Nord costing on average $189 (€156).
Other travel options to Paris Gare du Nord take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 30m.
Flight takes on average 7h 17m.
You'll arrive about 1h 45m sooner (2h 36m by train vs 4h 21m by car). Tickets start at around $76 (€63) compared to roughly $67 (€55) 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 St Malo to Paris Gare du Nord trains for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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8084 | 12:47 PM St Malo | 2h17 | 3:04 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
854380+ 8722 | 2:31 PM St Malo | 2h34 | 5:05 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 transfer | |
8088 | 5:42 PM St Malo | 2h23 | 8:05 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
854420+ 8736 | 6:31 PM St Malo | 2h45 | 9:16 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 transfer | |
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Compare bus, train, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from St Malo to Paris Gare du Nord run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€37) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 19:27. The fastest train covers the 199 miles (321 km) distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 199 miles (321 km) |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€37) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 6:30 AM |
Last train 7:27 PM |
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Discover the best of Paris Gare du Nord — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris Gare du Nord trip today.
Paris’s flagship art museum, famous for the Mona Lisa, major antiquities, and vast collections spanning centuries. A priority visit for first-time travelers.
Renowned museum in a former railway station, best known for Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, and Degas.
Major modern and contemporary art museum with an iconic inside-out design and strong permanent collection. Also valued for city views from upper levels.
Historic hilltop neighborhood of winding lanes, artists’ corners, and viewpoints. One of Paris’s most atmospheric walking areas.
Popular central district known for historic streets, elegant mansions, boutiques, and a lively local atmosphere.
World-famous avenue linking Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe, best known for grand city views and iconic status.
A buttery, flaky viennoiserie that is a classic Paris breakfast staple, best eaten fresh from a boulangerie.
The iconic Parisian loaf with a crisp crust and airy crumb, central to daily meals and bakery culture in the city.
Traditional onion soup, slowly cooked and usually topped with toasted bread and melted cheese, strongly associated with Paris brasseries.
Popular modern brasserie serving well-executed French comfort food in a stylish yet relaxed setting not far from the station.
Well-regarded traditional bistro near Gare du Nord, appreciated for hearty seasonal French cooking and a warm neighborhood feel.
Historic-style bouillon near Gare du Nord, known for classic French dishes, low prices, and lively traditional dining-room atmosphere.
Prices around Gare du Nord are high for France. Budget eats exist, but hotels and sit-down dining cost more than in many other French cities.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. A small extra tip is optional for good service, such as rounding up or leaving 5-10%. Taxis are often rounded up.
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Paris Gare du Nord, Paris -> Chatelet-Les Halles, Paris
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Malo to Paris Gare du Nord 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 Gare du Nord, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most St Malo to Paris Gare du Nord trains use the St Malo to Paris Gare Montparnasse station pair. Use this guide to compare St Malo and Paris Gare du Nord train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
St Malo 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 Cambusier, La Cale - Solidor
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at St Malo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at St Malo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Malo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St Malo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St Malo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Oceania Saint-Malo, Hotel France & Chateaubriand, Hotel Le Nouveau Monde.
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