The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Paris
Cheapest price
$138
Average price
$177
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 54 m
Trains per day
58
Distance
477 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Paris will cost around $177 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $138.
Of the 58 trains that leave Frankfurt (Main) Hbf for Paris on Wed, Nov 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 477 km distance in an average of 3 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 56 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.
9556
9550
ICE 9556
TGV 9580 · 9590
TGV 9580+
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9560
9556
9550
ICE 9556
9552Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Paris
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a flight costs an average of €130.
Distance: 296 miles (477 km)
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€143 Average price | €42 Average price Cheapest | €242 Average price |
5h 3m Average total duration 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 12m Average total duration 7h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Paris train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Paris trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 5+ 9574 | On time 5:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h16 | 1:06 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9568+ 9574 | On time 5:56 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h10 | 1:06 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9568+ 9572 | On time 5:56 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h09 | 5:05 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 591 · ICE 101+ 9572 | On time 6:49 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h16 | 5:05 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 591 · ICE 101+ 9590 | On time 6:49 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 12h06 | 6:55 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 591 · ICE 101+ 9574 | On time 6:49 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h17 | 1:06 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ECE 151+ 9590 | On time 7:05 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h50 | 6:55 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ECE 151+ 9574 | On time 7:05 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h01 | 1:06 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ECE 151+ TGV 9576 | On time 7:05 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h26 | 11:31 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ECE 151+ 9572 | On time 7:05 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h00 | 5:05 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 275+ 9590 | On time 7:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h05 | 6:55 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 275+ 9572 | On time 7:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h15 | 5:05 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 275+ 9574 | On time 7:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h16 | 1:06 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
9556 | On time 7:56 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h56 | 11:52 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 9556 | On time 7:56 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h56 | 11:52 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 593 · ICE 103+ 9572 | On time 8:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h15 | 5:05 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 593 · ICE 103+ 9574 | On time 8:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h16 | 1:06 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 593 · ICE 103+ 9590 | On time 8:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h05 | 6:55 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 71 · ICE 9574 | On time 9:05 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h01 | 1:06 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 71+ 9572 | On time 9:05 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h00 | 5:05 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 71+ 9574 | On time 9:05 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h01 | 1:06 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 71+ 9590 | On time 9:05 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h50 | 6:55 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 277+ 9572 | On time 9:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h15 | 5:05 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 277+ 9590 | On time 9:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h05 | 6:55 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 277+ 9570 | On time 9:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h23 | 9:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1575+ 9570 | On time 10:19 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h54 | 9:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1575+ 9590 | On time 10:19 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h36 | 6:55 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1575+ 9572 | On time 10:19 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h46 | 5:05 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
126+ 9450 | 10:27 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h38 | 3:05 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
ICE 595 · ICE 105+ 9572 | On time 10:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h15 | 5:05 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 595 · ICE 105+ 9590 | On time 10:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h05 | 6:55 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 595 · ICE 105+ 9570 | On time 10:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h23 | 9:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 279+ 9572 | On time 11:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h15 | 5:05 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 279+ 9590 | On time 11:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h05 | 6:55 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 279+ 9570 | On time 11:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h23 | 9:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
9552 | On time 11:56 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h56 | 3:52 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
9580+ 9572 | On time 12:56 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h09 | 5:05 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
TGV 9580 · 9572 | On time 12:56 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h09 | 5:05 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
TGV 9580 · 9590 | On time 12:56 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h59 | 6:55 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
TGV 9580+ 9570 | On time 12:56 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h17 | 9:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 75+ 9572 | On time 1:05 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h00 | 5:05 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 75+ 9590 | On time 1:05 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h50 | 6:55 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 75+ 9570 | On time 1:05 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h08 | 9:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 371+ 9570 | On time 1:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h23 | 9:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 371+ 9560 | On time 1:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h51 | 7:41 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 371+ 9590 | On time 1:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h05 | 6:55 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 577 · RE 38959+ 9590 | On time 2:05 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h50 | 6:55 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 577 · RE 38959+ 9560 | On time 2:05 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h36 | 7:41 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 577 · RE 38959+ 9570 | On time 2:05 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h08 | 9:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1579+ 9590 | On time 2:19 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h36 | 6:55 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1579+ 9560 | On time 2:19 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h22 | 7:41 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1579+ 9570 | On time 2:19 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h54 | 9:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1219 · ICE 109+ 9560 | On time 2:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h51 | 7:41 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1219 · ICE 109+ 9570 | On time 2:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h23 | 9:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 77+ 9570 | On time 3:05 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h08 | 9:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 77+ 9560 | On time 3:05 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h36 | 7:41 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
9560 | On time 3:56 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h45 | 7:41 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
9550 | On time 5:56 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h56 | 9:52 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Paris
Distance 296 miles (477 km) |
Average train duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $106 (€87) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3h 42m |
First train 06:56 |
Last train 17:56 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Paris start from as low as $106 (€87) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $175 (€143) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: TGV, Deutsche Bahn, TGV INOUI from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Paris trainsTGV, Deutsche Bahn, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Paris from $31 (€25). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TGV
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
TGV INOUI
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Paris

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Paris
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
- Le Train Bleu
- La Fabrique Cookies
- The Grand Comptoir
- Café Pierre Hermé
- Paul
- Starbucks
- Golden Brioche
- Mezzo di Pasta
- McDonald's
- The Prem1er Café
- & many more
- Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Hôtel Locomo
- Hôtel Marceau Bastille
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Located in Hall 1.
- Metro lines: 1, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 72, 77, 91
- Train lines: TGV, RER A, RER D, Transilien R
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance.
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 18 Rue de Dunkerque.
- Terminus Nord
- Chez Casimir
- Brasserie Terminus Nord
- McDonald’s
- Bonne Journeé
- Autogrill Grignotin
- Autogrill Chips & Snacks
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
- €0.70
- Hotel Whistler
- Mercure Paris Gare du Nord
- Ibis Paris Gare du Nord
- Le Matissia
- OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- 1200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-19 for train to Lille, Brussels, Amsterdam, Cologne
- Hall 2: Eurostar check-in for train to London
- Hall 3: Eastern side concourse served by platform 20-21 & 30-36 used by TER & suburban trains
- Hall 4: leading to RER platform
- Metro: Line 4, Line 5
- RER: Line B, Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30
- Sat: 09:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 09:00 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
- Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est
- La Consigne
- Starbucks
- Factory & Co
- La Place
- McDonald's
- Mon Chou
- Go Johnny Go
- Maison Pradier
- PAUL
- & many more
- The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4.
- Hotel Whistler
- Hôtel LOCOMO
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30
- Sat: 09:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 09:00 - 20:30
- Located between Tracks 15 and 18.
- Metro lines: 4, 5, 7
- Bus lines: 31, 32, 35, 38, 39, 46, 54, 56, 91
- Train lines: RER B, TGV, TGV/ICE, TER, Intercités, OUIGO, Transilien, Russian Railways
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