How to travel from Paris to Thun

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris to Thun

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Thun among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $73 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $73, while a flight costs an average of $405.

Distance: 284 miles (458 km)

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$217

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5h 8m

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Compare ways to travel from Paris to Thun

Compare the available ways to get from Paris to Thun, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Thun is a train with an average price of $73.

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

A train is $1 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Paris to Thun costing on average $74.

A train is $333 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Thun costing on average $405.

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Thun is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 57m.

Other travel options to Thun take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 8m.

Bus takes on average 11h 10m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Paris and Thun including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Paris to Thun among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 2h 0m faster (4h 38m by train vs 6h 38m by car) and roughly $145 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($73 vs $217). 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 Thun

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air FranceAF1292
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  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9269+TER Mobigo | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 118718125
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9261+TER Mobigo | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 118718123
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9277+TER Mobigo | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 118718129
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1192
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  • Air FranceAF1114
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  • Air FranceAF1814
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FAQs: Travel from Paris to Thun

Travel to Thun 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 Thun.

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There are 3 options to travel between Paris and Thun including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Thun is a train with an average price of $73.

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

A train is $1 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Paris to Thun costing on average $74.

A train is $333 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Thun costing on average $405.

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Thun is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 57m.

Other travel options to Thun take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 8m.

Bus takes on average 11h 10m.

The distance from Paris to Thun is approximately 284 miles (458 km).
The average frequency per day from Paris to Thun is:
  • Around 95 flights per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Paris to Thun:
  • Flights mostly depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Paris Gare de Lyon and arrive in Thun station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arrive in Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Paris to Thun, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Air France, KLM, British Airways, Vueling, Condor Flugdienst, Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, BA Cityflyer, KLM Cityhopper, Qatar Airways, Air Baltic, Swiss, ITA, Lufthansa City Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Eurowings, Brussels Airlines, GetJet Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline to go to Thun by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Thun by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV, Deutsche Bahn to go to Thun by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Paris to Thun with the following travel companies:
  • 8 direct flights per day with Air France, Air Baltic, Swiss, Helvetic Airways.
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Paris to Thun often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Interlaken, Bern, Zurich, Basel. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Thun and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Thun to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Thun, allowing time to visit its historic Old Town, enjoy Lake Thun, and explore nearby attractions such as Thun Castle and the Schadau Park.

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