How to take the train from Paris to Strasbourg

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Paris to Strasbourg by train

You can take high speed trains from Paris to Strasbourg, but both the regular TGV InOui services and low-cost, but more basic, Ouigo services share the route.
Some of the departures are also by ICE trains heading to Germany.
It's particularly worthwhile to click on the Train Guides below so that you can compare the train services.

There are also a couple of much slower, non-high speed trains per day, but they're only worth considering if you'll travelling with a Eurail or InterRail pass, and want to avoid the rail pass reservation fees payable on the InOui services, or want to save money when the timings of the Ouigo services don't suit

Routes you can take to go from Paris to Strasbourg

When travelling between most cities by train there is only one logical option, though on other journeys there is a choice between different trains or alternative routes. If different options are available you can use the info to decide which is best for you.

Choose one of the following options:
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Route Information

Option 1: Travelling on the standard InOui services
Travel Time (approx)

1hr 45min - 1hr 58min

Frequency

Daily

Travel Info

Mon-Thurs = 14 x trains per day
Friday = 18 x trains
Saturday = 11 x trains
Sunday = 14 x trains


Is the journey from Paris to Strasbourg direct?
Yes, there is no need to make a connection when taking this route.


Is the journey scenic?
Not particularly, for around 90% of the trip the train will be on a high-speed line.


When is the usual approximate earliest arrival at Strasbourg from Paris - Est on this journey option?
Before 08:45 daily
Source = European Rail Timetable


How easy is it to travel on from the station in Strasbourg?
There are multiple tram lines which provide the fastest route to the city centre, but it is also walkable - See the Station Guide above for more info, plus easy access to multiple options for booking somewhere to stay in its neighbourhood.


When is the usual approximate latest departure from Paris Est to Strasbourg on this journey option

  • Before 20:30 on Monday to Thursday and Saturday
  • Before 22:00 on Friday and Sunday
    Source = European Rail Timetable

How easy is it to get to the station in Paris?
The Gare de l'Est is served by three Metro lines including line 4 which provides a direct link from Gare Montparnasse and line 5 which is direct from Gare Austerlitz.
See the Station Guide above for more info, plus easy access to multiple options for booking somewhere to stay in the neighbourhood.


Are tickets cheaper if booked in advance for the Paris to Strasbourg trains?
Yes, and they can be purchased from a choice of booking agents - see below.
Click on the 'Good to know info' to access a guide to how rail tickets are managed in France, plus step-by-step guides on how to make a booking.


How soon ahead of travel are tickets typically placed on sale for the Paris to Strasbourg trains?
Typically up to 6 months ahead; see the Ticket Information


What are the child ticket terms for this Paris to Strasbourg trains?
The adult rate is charged for all travellers aged 12 and over.
Children aged 4-11 pay half fare


Does the ticket for the Paris to Strasbourg train include assigned seats?
Yes - See the Train Guide in the Journey Information for insights on how to board the train.


Do rail pass users need to book reservations for the Paris to Strasbourg train?
Yes - See the rail pass guide for France for info on the multiple booking options.


Is catering available on the Paris to Strasbourg train on this journey option?
Yes, but the on-board service levels varies by the type of train.
See the Train guides in the Journey Information for more details


What else is good to know about French rail travel?
Check out the guide to travelling by train in France.

Route Information

Option 2: Save money by taking the more basic Ouigo services
Travel Time (approx)

2hr 3min - 2hr

Frequency

Daily

Travel Info

2 x trains per day


Is the journey from Paris to Strasbourg direct?
Yes, there is no need to make a connection when taking this route.


Is the journey scenic?
Not particularly, though more than 95% of the journey is on a high-speed line.


When is the usual approximate earliest arrival at Strasbourg from Paris - Est on this journey option?
Before 12:00 daily
Source = European Rail Timetable


How easy is it to travel on from the station in Strasbourg?
There are multiple tram lines which provide the fastest route to the city centre, but it is also walkable - See the Station Guide above for more info, plus easy access to multiple options for booking somewhere to stay in its neighbourhood.


When is the usual approximate latest departure from Paris Est to Strasbourg on this journey option
Before 16:30 daily
Source = European Rail Timetable


How easy is it to get to the station in Paris?
The Gare de l'Est is served by three Metro lines including line 4 which provides a direct link from Gare Montparnasse and line 5 which is direct from Gare Austerlitz.
See the Station Guide above for more info, plus easy access to multiple options for booking somewhere to stay in the neighbourhood.


Are tickets cheaper if booked in advance for these Paris to Strasbourg trains?
Yes


How soon ahead of travel are tickets typically placed on sale for the Paris to Lyon train for this journey option?
Typically up to 6 months ahead, but it varies according to when /if SNCF has a promotion in place; see the Ticket Information


What are the child ticket terms for these Paris to Strasbourg trains?
The adult rate is charged for all travellers aged 12 and over.
A price of €8 is charged for children aged 11 and under.


Does the ticket for these Paris to Strasbourg trains include assigned seats?
Yes, more info on the seat selection is available on the 'Train Guide' within the Journey Information guide below


Do rail pass users need to book reservations for these Paris to Strasbourg trains?
Rail passes are not valid on Ouigo services.


Is catering available on the Paris to Strasbourg train on this journey option?
No


What else is good to know about French rail travel?
Check out the guide to travelling by train in France.

Route Information

Option 3: Eurail and InterRail users can save money
Travel Time (approx)

4hr 35min - 4hr 53min

Frequency

Not Every Day

Travel Info

Mon-Fri only = 2 x trains per day

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