How to travel from Paris to Le Mans

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Compare train and bus for Paris to Le Mans

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Le Mans among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, while a train costs an average of $67.

Distance: 114 miles (185 km)

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Driving

$67

Average price

$24

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Cheapest

$68

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2h 11m

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Fastest

1h 41m

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30m

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3h 29m

Average total duration

2h 59m

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30m

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2h 26m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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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 Le Mans is a bus with an average price of $24 (€20).

This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Le Mans:

A bus is $44 (€37) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Le Mans costing on average $67 (€56).

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Le Mans is by train with an average journey time of 2h 11m.

Other travel options to Le Mans take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 29m.

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

The journey is about 45m faster (1h 41m by train vs 2h 26m by car) and roughly $1 (€1) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($67 (€56) vs $68 (€57)). 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 Le Mans

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:40 PM2h45
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    1:25 AMLe Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:40 PM2h45
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    1:25 AMLe Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8875
    1:31 PM0h53
    Paris Gare Montparnasse
    2:24 PMLe Mans station
    $831One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8887
    7:39 PM0h54
    Paris Gare Montparnasse
    8:33 PMLe Mans station
    $751One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8881
    4:39 PM0h54
    Paris Gare Montparnasse
    5:33 PMLe Mans station
    $831One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8921
    12:39 PM0h54
    Paris Gare Montparnasse
    1:33 PMLe Mans station
    $831One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus88087
    6:45 PM2h55
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    9:40 PMLe Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    $201One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus88085
    5:30 PM3h15
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    8:45 PMLe Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    $201One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:45 PM3h05
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    8:50 PMLe Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    $241One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Paris to Le Mans

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Paris to Le Mans, 71,85% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Paris to Le Mans and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Paris to Le Mans

Travel to Le Mans 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 Le Mans.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Paris and Le Mans including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Le Mans is a bus with an average price of $24 (€20).

This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Le Mans:

A bus is $44 (€37) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Le Mans costing on average $67 (€56).

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Le Mans is by train with an average journey time of 2h 11m.

Other travel options to Le Mans take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 29m.

The distance from Paris to Le Mans is approximately 114 miles (185 km).
The average frequency per day from Paris to Le Mans is:
  • Around 14 trains per day.
  • Around 14 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Paris and Le Mans 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 Le Mans:
  • Trains mostly depart from Paris Gare Montparnasse and arrive in Le Mans station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arrive in Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Paris to Le Mans, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Le Mans by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Le Mans by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Paris to Le Mans with the following travel companies:
  • 14 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • 11 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.
Omio customers who travel from Paris to Le Mans often also extend their vacation to go to Nantes, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, La Fleche, Lyon, Marseille. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Le Mans and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Le Mans to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Le Mans, you can attend the iconic Le Mans 24 Hours endurance car race at the Circuit de la Sarthe, explore vibrant local markets for fresh produce and regional specialties, and enjoy performances at the Théâtre des Quinconces. Take a scenic walk along the Sarthe River or visit the Arche de la Nature for hiking and wildlife. Key sights include the Gothic Cathédrale Saint-Julien, the medieval Cité Plantagenêt, the Musée des 24 Heures du Mans with its classic car exhibits, the serene Jardin des Plantes du Mans, and the historic Abbaye de l'Épau.
For a visit to Le Mans, 2 to 3 days are typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, including the historic old town, the famous Le Mans Cathedral, and the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans racetrack.

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