--- title: "Trains from Avignon to Paris | EveryRail" description: "Direct TGV INOUI and OUIGO trains run from Avignon TGV to Paris in about 2 hours 40 minutes; some OUIGO trains run to Marne-la-Vallée Chessy instead." image: "https://everyrail.com/api/route-image/avignon-to-paris/" --- [Home]()[Europe by train]()[France]()Avignon to Paris by train [Home]()[Europe by train]()[France]()Avignon to Paris by train **Share** - - [Share on WhatsApp]() - [Share on X]() - [Share on Facebook]() - [Share by email]() **On this page** - [About Avignon to Paris by train]() - [Where to book]() - [Find places to stay in Paris]() - [Frequently asked questions]() - [More routes]() [Book now]() Last updated November 2026 # Avignon to Paris by train Direct TGV INOUI and OUIGO trains run from Avignon TGV to Paris in about 2 hours 40 minutes; some OUIGO trains run to Marne-la-Vallée Chessy instead. ![Paris skyline with the Eiffel Tower]() Origin [Avignon]() Destination [Paris]() Main stations Avignon TGV to Paris Gare de Lyon Country [France]() The quickest way from Avignon to [Paris]() is a direct high-speed train from Avignon TGV. It takes about 2 hours 40 minutes. ## Start at Avignon TGV Almost all trains to Paris leave from Avignon TGV, about 6 km from the city centre. Between TGV INOUI and OUIGO, there is a direct departure most hours from early morning to the evening. TGV INOUI takes about 2 hours 40 minutes to Paris Gare de Lyon, and OUIGO between about 2 hours 40 and 2 hours 50 minutes. From Avignon Centre, the TER shuttle to Avignon TGV takes about 5 minutes and runs through the day. Orizo buses also link the TGV station with the city. Leave yourself a margin for the change. A couple of TGV INOUI trains a day run direct from Avignon Centre to Paris Gare de Lyon, one early in the morning and one in the early evening. They take about 3 hours 45 minutes, roughly an hour longer than trains from Avignon TGV. Booking pages often show only "Avignon", so open the train details and confirm the departure station before you pay. ## Where you arrive in Paris TGV INOUI trains arrive at Paris Gare de Lyon, in the city. OUIGO is split. Some trains run to Gare de [Lyon](), and others run to Marne-la-Vallée Chessy instead, beside Disneyland Paris about 25 km from the city, where you change to RER A for central Paris. Unless Disneyland is the plan, pick a train to Gare de Lyon. Catching a flight? The OUIGO trains to Marne-la-Vallée Chessy carry on to Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV, and several TGV INOUI trains heading for Brussels stop there too. From Avignon TGV to the airport takes about 3 hours. ## TGV INOUI or OUIGO For the lowest fare, take OUIGO, whose fares start from under €20 one way when the cheapest seats are available, and children aged 4 to 11 pay a fixed €8. The basic fare covers a cabin bag up to 55 x 35 x 25 cm and a small bag up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm. A larger or extra bag costs €5, up to two of them, or comes included with OUIGO PLUS at €9 more than the basic OUIGO ESSENTIEL fare. TGV INOUI costs more but offers first class and the OPTIMUM class, whose tickets can be exchanged or refunded free of charge, even after departure. Fares vary by train and date. A Carte Avantage costs €49 and gives discounted fares, with Jeune (12 to 27), Adulte (27 to 59) and Senior (60 and over) versions. Pack with the TGV INOUI limit in mind. You may bring two large bags up to 70 x 90 x 50 cm plus one piece of hand luggage, and every bag needs a name label. ## Using an Interrail pass Interrail passes are accepted on both TGV INOUI and OUIGO, but every train needs a seat reservation. Pass-holder reservations cost €10 to €20 on either. Places for pass holders are usually limited, so reserve once your dates are fixed. On OUIGO, the seat reservation arrives by email four days before departure. ## Where to book ![]() ### Book with Omio Find times and prices for Avignon → Paris. [Check times & prices]() ### Other places to book Ticket websites - [Rail Europe]() - [Trainline]() These links open the provider’s website. Search for your journey there. ### Train service - [Ouigo]() Ouigo is SNCF's low-cost high-speed brand, serving over 60 destinations in France and routes in Spain; basic fares include one hand bag and one cabin bag. [Official website]() [Check times & prices]() - [SNCF Voyageurs]() SNCF operates France's TGV and regional trains. SNCF Connect books domestic and many international journeys, with fares ranging from flexible to non-refundable. [Official website]() [Check times & prices]() ## Find places to stay in Paris [![Bright bedroom with white bedding and a breakfast tray on the bed]()**Browse stays in Paris**Hotels and apartments via Booking.com]() ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a direct train from Avignon to Paris? Yes. TGV INOUI and OUIGO run direct from Avignon TGV to Paris, with a departure most hours from early morning to the evening. A couple of TGV INOUI trains a day also run direct from Avignon Centre, though they take about an hour longer. ### How long does the train from Avignon to Paris take? About 2 hours 40 minutes from Avignon TGV to Paris Gare de Lyon on TGV INOUI, and up to about 2 hours 50 minutes on OUIGO. The direct trains from Avignon Centre take about 3 hours 45 minutes. ### Which Paris station do trains from Avignon arrive at? TGV INOUI arrives at Paris Gare de Lyon. OUIGO trains run either to Gare de Lyon or to Marne-la-Vallée Chessy, beside Disneyland Paris, and those continue to Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV. ### How much is the train from Avignon to Paris? OUIGO fares start from under €20 one way, and children aged 4 to 11 pay a fixed €8. TGV INOUI fares are higher and vary by train and date. The €49 Carte Avantage gives discounted fares, and its Senior version is for travellers aged 60 and over. ### Do I need a reservation with an Interrail pass? Yes. Pass holders must reserve a seat on TGV INOUI and OUIGO, at €10 to €20 per train. Pass-holder places are usually limited, so reserve early for busy dates. ## More routes [![Notre-Dame gargoyle overlooking Paris and the Eiffel Tower at sunset]()![Eurostar]()Amsterdam to Paris by trainDirect Eurostar trains from Amsterdam to Paris take about 3 hours 15 to 35 minutes, with about 10 weekday departures and advance Standard fares from €35.]()[![Notre-Dame gargoyle overlooking Paris and the Eiffel Tower at sunset]()![SNCF Voyageurs]()Barcelona to Paris by trainBarcelona to Paris TGV inOui takes about 6 hours 45 minutes; tickets from €69 one way in second class on selected trains and dates, subject to availability.]()[![Gare du Nord train station in Paris]()![SNCF Voyageurs]()![SBB CFF FFS]()Basel to Paris by trainTravel from Basel to Paris by train with TGV Lyria's direct service, in around 3 hours from Basel SBB to Paris Gare de Lyon.]()[![Notre-Dame gargoyle overlooking Paris and the Eiffel Tower at sunset]()![Eurostar]()![Deutsche Bahn]()Berlin to Paris by trainHow to travel from Berlin to Paris by train. The daily direct ICE takes around 8 hours from Berlin Hbf to Paris Gare de l’Est. For an overnight option, the European Sleeper night train runs three times a week. Covers tickets, Interrail reservations, and which Paris station to aim for.]()[![Notre-Dame gargoyle overlooking Paris and the Eiffel Tower at sunset]()![SNCF Voyageurs]()Bordeaux to Paris by trainTGV INOUI takes as little as 2 hours 8 minutes from Bordeaux to Paris; OUIGO takes around 2 to 3.5 hours, with fares from €16 and compulsory reservations.]()[![View of Paris, France]()![SNCF Voyageurs]()Brest to Paris by trainDirect trains from Brest to Paris Montparnasse take about 3h50, mostly TGV INOUI. One Ouigo a day, from €19. Last direct train mid-afternoon.]()[![Notre-Dame gargoyle overlooking Paris and the Eiffel Tower at sunset]()![SNCF Voyageurs]()![Eurostar]()Brussels to Paris by trainDirect Eurostar trains take as little as 1 hour 22 minutes from Brussels-Midi to Paris Gare du Nord; up to 22 run daily, with advance Standard fares from €29.]()[![Paris skyline with the Eiffel Tower]()![Eurostar]()Cologne to Paris by trainDirect Eurostar trains (former Thalys) from Köln Hbf to Paris Gare du Nord in about 3 hours 25 minutes, five or six a day. Reservation included.]() ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "Organization", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/#organization", "name": "EveryRail", "url": "https://everyrail.com/", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://everyrail.com/_astro/everyrail-logomark-2026.VJ4vNX1T.webp", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/#organization-logo-1" }, "sameAs": [ "https://www.instagram.com/everyrailtravel/", "https://www.facebook.com/everyrail", "https://www.threads.com/@everyrailtravel" ] }, { "@type": "WebSite", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/#website", "name": "EveryRail", "url": "https://everyrail.com/", "publisher": { "@id": "https://everyrail.com/#organization" }, "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/trains/avignon-to-paris/#webpage", "name": "Trains from Avignon to Paris | EveryRail", "description": "Train travel information for Avignon to Paris. Origin: Avignon. Destination: Paris. Main stations: Avignon TGV to Paris Gare de Lyon.", "about": { "@id": "https://everyrail.com/trains/avignon-to-paris/#traintrip" }, "isPartOf": { "@id": "https://everyrail.com/#website" }, "publisher": { "@id": "https://everyrail.com/#organization" }, "url": "https://everyrail.com/trains/avignon-to-paris/", "dateModified": "2026-11-01T15:39:35.790Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "TrainTrip", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/trains/avignon-to-paris/#traintrip", "departureStation": { "@type": "TrainStation", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/france/avignon/avignon-tgv/#trainstation", "url": "https://everyrail.com/france/avignon/avignon-tgv/", "name": "Avignon TGV" }, "arrivalStation": { "@type": "TrainStation", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/france/paris/paris-gare-de-lyon/#trainstation", "url": "https://everyrail.com/france/paris/paris-gare-de-lyon/", "name": "Paris Gare de Lyon" }, "provider": [ { "@type": "Organization", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/france/ouigo/#organization", "name": "Ouigo", "url": "https://www.ouigo.com" }, { "@type": "Organization", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/france/sncf-voyageurs/#organization", "name": "SNCF Voyageurs", "url": "https://www.sncf-voyageurs.com/" } ] }, { "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is there a direct train from Avignon to Paris?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. TGV INOUI and OUIGO run direct from Avignon TGV to Paris, with a departure most hours from early morning to the evening. A couple of TGV INOUI trains a day also run direct from Avignon Centre, though they take about an hour longer.", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/trains/avignon-to-paris/#faqpage-mainEntity-1-acceptedAnswer-1", "inLanguage": "en" }, "@id": "https://everyrail.com/trains/avignon-to-paris/#faqpage-mainEntity-1", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How long does the train from Avignon to Paris take?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "About 2 hours 40 minutes from Avignon TGV to Paris Gare de Lyon on TGV INOUI, and up to about 2 hours 50 minutes on OUIGO. The direct trains from Avignon Centre take about 3 hours 45 minutes.", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/trains/avignon-to-paris/#faqpage-mainEntity-2-acceptedAnswer-2", "inLanguage": "en" }, "@id": "https://everyrail.com/trains/avignon-to-paris/#faqpage-mainEntity-2", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Which Paris station do trains from Avignon arrive at?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "TGV INOUI arrives at Paris Gare de Lyon. OUIGO trains run either to Gare de Lyon or to Marne-la-Vallée Chessy, beside Disneyland Paris, and those continue to Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV.", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/trains/avignon-to-paris/#faqpage-mainEntity-3-acceptedAnswer-3", "inLanguage": "en" }, "@id": "https://everyrail.com/trains/avignon-to-paris/#faqpage-mainEntity-3", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How much is the train from Avignon to Paris?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "OUIGO fares start from under €20 one way, and children aged 4 to 11 pay a fixed €8. TGV INOUI fares are higher and vary by train and date. The €49 Carte Avantage gives discounted fares, and its Senior version is for travellers aged 60 and over.", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/trains/avignon-to-paris/#faqpage-mainEntity-4-acceptedAnswer-4", "inLanguage": "en" }, "@id": "https://everyrail.com/trains/avignon-to-paris/#faqpage-mainEntity-4", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do I need a reservation with an Interrail pass?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. Pass holders must reserve a seat on TGV INOUI and OUIGO, at €10 to €20 per train. Pass-holder places are usually limited, so reserve early for busy dates.", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/trains/avignon-to-paris/#faqpage-mainEntity-5-acceptedAnswer-5", "inLanguage": "en" }, "@id": "https://everyrail.com/trains/avignon-to-paris/#faqpage-mainEntity-5", "inLanguage": "en" } ], "@id": "https://everyrail.com/trains/avignon-to-paris/#faqpage", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/trains/avignon-to-paris/#breadcrumb", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://everyrail.com/", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/trains/avignon-to-paris/#breadcrumb-itemListElement-1" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Europe by train", "item": "https://everyrail.com/trains/", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/trains/avignon-to-paris/#breadcrumb-itemListElement-2" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "France", "item": "https://everyrail.com/france/", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/trains/avignon-to-paris/#breadcrumb-itemListElement-3" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Avignon to Paris by train", "item": "https://everyrail.com/trains/avignon-to-paris/", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/trains/avignon-to-paris/#breadcrumb-itemListElement-4" } ], "inLanguage": "en" } ] } ```