How to travel from Paris to Gap

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Compare train and bus for Paris to Gap

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Gap among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €55 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €55, while a train costs an average of €119.

Distance: 344 miles (555 km)

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Bus
Driving

€119

Average price

€55

Average price

Cheapest

€166

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 55m

Average total duration

Fastest

6h 25m

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30m

Additional time*

10h 11m

Average total duration

9h 41m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 20m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.6 - 1.4kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

ZOU!

Most popular train company

SNCF | Autocar

Most popular bus company

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Gap is a bus with an average price of €55.

This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Gap:

A bus is €64 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Gap costing on average €119.

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Gap is by train with an average journey time of 6h 55m.

Other travel options to Gap take longer:

Bus takes on average 10h 11m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Paris and Gap including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Paris to Gap among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 55m faster (6h 25m by train vs 7h 20m by car) and roughly €47 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€119 vs €166). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Paris to Gap

How to get from Paris to Gap by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Paris to Gap is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • SNCF | Autocar64005
    9:30 PM10h45
    Paris Gare d'Austerlitz
    8:15 AMGap station
    €591One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • SNCF | Autocar64005
    9:30 PM10h45
    Paris Gare d'Austerlitz
    8:15 AMGap station
    €591One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9715+ZOU!17365
    2:42 PM5h47
    Paris Gare de Lyon
    8:29 PMGap station
    €921One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6917+TER885615
    12:14 PM6h11
    Paris Gare de Lyon
    6:25 PMGap station
    €1041One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6275+ZOU!17361
    10:56 AM6h25
    Paris Gare de Lyon
    5:21 PMGap station
    €1591One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6155+ZOU!89149 · 17406
    9:10 AM7h14
    Paris Gare de Lyon
    4:24 PMGap station
    €1721One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF | Autocar64003+ZOU!17364
    9:15 PM10h11
    Paris Gare d'Austerlitz
    7:26 AMGap station
    €731One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Paris to Gap

Travel to Gap easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Paris to Gap.

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There are 2 options to travel between Paris and Gap including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Gap is a bus with an average price of €55.

This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Gap:

A bus is €64 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Gap costing on average €119.

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Gap is by train with an average journey time of 6h 55m.

Other travel options to Gap take longer:

Bus takes on average 10h 11m.

The distance from Paris to Gap is approximately 344 miles (555 km).
The average frequency per day from Paris to Gap is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Paris and Gap as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Paris to Gap:
  • Trains mostly depart from Paris Gare de Lyon and arrive in Gap station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arrive in Gap, Gare SNCF.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Paris to Gap, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF | Autocar to go to Gap by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, ZOU!, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Gap by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Paris to Gap with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF | Autocar.
  • 1 direct trains per day with SNCF | Intercités de nuit.
Omio customers who travel from Paris to Gap often also extend their vacation to go to Marseille, Grenoble, Lyon, Briançon, Embrun. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Gap and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Gap to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Gap, you can visit Parc National des Écrins to explore stunning alpine landscapes and diverse wildlife. Attend the Festival International de Chaillol for a diverse range of music performances in a scenic setting. Hike to Pic de Charance for panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Explore local markets to discover regional products and crafts, and try paragliding for the thrill of flying over the beautiful landscapes of Gap. Don't miss the Cathédrale Notre-Dame-et-Saint-Arnoux with its neo-Gothic architecture and stunning stained glass windows, stroll through Parc de la Pépinière and Domaine de Charance for serene walks and picturesque views, play a round at Gap Bayard Golf Club, or unwind at Jardin Public de Gap.
To fully enjoy Gap and its surrounding attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended. This allows time to explore the local culture, nature trails, and nearby points of interest.

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