The cheapest and fastest trains from Calais to Paris
Cheapest price
€50
Average price
€64
Fastest journey
1 h 49 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
237 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Calais to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Calais to Paris will cost around €64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
Of the 12 trains that leave Calais for Paris on Fri, Dec 12, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 12 the direct trains cover the 237 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
On Fri, Dec 12 the slowest trains will take 2 h 5 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.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Calais to Paris
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Calais to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €27, and a flight costs an average of €182.
Distance: 237 km
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€44 Average price Cheapest | €71 Average price | €327 Average price |
2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Calais to Paris train times
The table below shows live departures for Calais to Paris trains for tomorrow, Friday, December 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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844404+ 7020 | On time 7:29 AM Calais - Fréthun | 1h50 | 9:19 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
844816+ 7026 | On time 7:33 AM Calais Ville | 2h42 | 10:15 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
7516 | On time 9:08 AM Calais - Fréthun | 2h07 | 11:15 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
844411+ 16352 | On time 9:35 AM Calais - Fréthun | 2h56 | 12:31 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
7520 | On time 11:27 AM Calais - Fréthun | 2h05 | 1:32 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
7520+ 7038 | On time 11:27 AM Calais - Fréthun | 1h49 | 1:16 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
844822+ 7052 | On time 1:33 PM Calais Ville | 2h46 | 4:19 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
16354 | On time 1:37 PM Calais Ville | 2h53 | 4:30 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
844824+ 7330 | On time 2:31 PM Calais Ville | 2h37 | 5:08 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
7534 | On time 4:16 PM Calais - Fréthun | 1h52 | 6:08 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
16358 | On time 4:38 PM Calais Ville | 3h19 | 7:57 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
844408+ 7238 | On time 5:07 PM Calais - Fréthun | 2h03 | 7:10 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Calais to Paris
Trains from Calais to Paris run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 237 km distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 237 km |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 04:15 |
Last train 22:01 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF from Calais to Paris trainsSNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF trains will get you between Calais and Paris from €27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Calais to Paris
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Calais to Paris by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Calais Ville, which is located around 0.4 miles (695 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Paris Gare du Nord, located 2.9 miles (4.6 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Calais to Paris
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available at the station with 24/7 access.
- Le Channel
- Au Cote d'Argent
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Meurice
- Holiday Inn Calais
- Hotel de la Plage
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to regional and local destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Balad'in free bus service connects to various parts of the city.
- 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
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