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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Avignon
Cheapest price
€125
Average price
€154
Fastest journey
2 h 42 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
577 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Avignon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Avignon will cost around €154 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €125.
Of the 7 trains that leave Paris for Avignon on Fri, May 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 22 the direct trains cover the 577 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 42 m .
On Fri, May 22 the slowest trains will take 3 h 43 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.
61917:10 AM3h40Paris Gare de Lyon10:50 AMAvignon Centre€1251One-way0 transfers- 61037:38 AM2h42Paris Gare de Lyon10:20 AMAvignon TGV€1381One-way0 transfers
- 6103+
8796337:38 AM3h10Paris Gare de Lyon10:48 AMAvignon Centre€1411One-way1 transfer - 12347+
8764087:42 AM3h48Paris Gare de Lyon11:30 AMAvignon Centre€1471One-way1 transfer 
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 61476:09 AM2h49Paris Gare de Lyon8:58 AMAvignon TGV€1731One-way0 transfers
- 61037:38 AM2h42Paris Gare de Lyon10:20 AMAvignon TGV€1381One-way0 transfers
- FRECCIAROSSA 1000 61476:09 AM2h49Paris Gare de Lyon8:58 AMAvignon TGV€1731One-way0 transfers
- 6103+8796337:38 AM3h10Paris Gare de Lyon10:48 AMAvignon Centre€1411One-way1 transfer
- 61917:10 AM3h40Paris Gare de Lyon10:50 AMAvignon Centre€1251One-way0 transfers
- 6681+
97567:52 AM3h43Paris Gare de Lyon11:35 AMAvignon TGV€1761One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris to Avignon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Avignon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €60.
Distance: 577 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€66 Average price | €61 Average price Cheapest | €148 Average price |
5h 4m Average total duration 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 11m Average total duration 8h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Paris to Avignon train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Avignon trains for today, Thursday, May 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6129 | On time 7:56 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h51 | 10:47 PM Avignon TGV | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 22 | |||||
| FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6147 | 6:09 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h49 | 8:58 AM Avignon TGV | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6191 | 7:10 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h40 | 10:50 AM Avignon Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6103 | 7:38 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h42 | 10:20 AM Avignon TGV | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6103+879633 | 7:38 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h10 | 10:48 AM Avignon Centre | 1 transfer | |
| 12347+876408 | 7:42 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h48 | 11:30 AM Avignon Centre | 1 transfer | |
| 6681+9756+879338 | 7:52 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h25 | 12:17 PM Avignon Centre | 2 transfers | |
| 6681+9756 | 7:52 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h43 | 11:35 AM Avignon TGV | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Paris to Avignon
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Trains from Paris to Avignon run on average 24 times per day, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €26 by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 577 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 577 km |
Average train duration 4h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 5:38 AM |
Last train 10:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Trenitalia, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Regionale, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Paris to Avignon trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Trenitalia, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Regionale, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Paris and Avignon from €26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
Regionale
SNCF | Intercités de nuit
TER
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
Trains from Paris to Avignon: Journey Details
Avignon lies some 691 kilometres to the southeast of Paris and passengers can make the journey in under 3 hours on high-speed direct TGV trains. This makes it an ideal day trip from the French capital. An alternative, more scenic service, runs 4 times a day via the Rhone Valley for a total journey time of around 4 hours. Altogether, around a dozen services run daily with the leaving at 6:19 a.m. and the last at 9:07 p.m.
Taking the Train from Paris
Trains from Paris to Avignon depart from the Gare d’Lyon on Place Louis Armand on the north bank of the river. Gare d’Lyon is very accessible via all modes of public transport. It’s on the Regional Express Network (RER) commuter train line, and on lines 1, 4, 5 and 14 of the Paris Metro. These terminate in Hall 3 under the station. Also many RATP bus routes service the station from all parts of the capital. These include a number of night bus services called Noctilens. Buses stop at the entrance to Hall 1 of the station and at nearby Rue de Bercy and Boulevard Diderot.
Getting into Avignon by Train
A graceful city in the heart of Provence, Avignon features majestic medieval ramparts and the the imposing Papal Place. This vibrant student city is also famed for its cultural events and coffee culture and is the perfect jumping off point to explore this enchanting part of southern France. Most trains from Paris arrive at Avignon TGV Train Station (Gare d'Avignon TGV) located on Chemin du Confluent - La Courtine, some 3 kilometres from the centre. Passengers can get into the city centre by shuttle bus (Navette) or on local trains which run to the Avignon Poste Station on Boulevard St Roch every every 15 minutes between 5:38 a.m. and 11:20 p.m. Passengers taking the slower TGV service via the Rhone Valley arrive at the Gare d'Avignon-Centre in the heart of town.
FAQs: Trains from Paris to Avignon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Avignon 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 Avignon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Paris to Avignon
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
- Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account.
- Automatic lockers are located across from Platforms 1 and 2 and are open daily from 06:00 to 22:00.
- Brioche Dorée
- Dalloyau
- La Croissanterie
- The station is fully accessible, including handicapped parking, lifts, ramps, handicapped restrooms, and lowered counters.
- Hôtel Libertel Austerlitz Jardin des Plantes
- OFF Paris Seine
- Hotel Devillas
- Mon - Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
- Located on the ground level near the Seine entrance and on the underground level near the RER stairs and escalator.
- Metro lines: 5, 10
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 89, 91, 215
- Train lines: TER Centre-Val de Loire, Intercités, Intercités de Nuit, Transilien, RER C
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00
- Free public Wi-Fi.
- Automatic lockers are located in Hall 1 on level 2 close to Track 24.
- YO! Sushi
- McDonald's
- Pierre Herme
- La Fabrique à Cookies
- Brioche Dorée
- Yogurt Factory
- IT Trattoria
- PeGast
- EXKi
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, boarding ramps, and escalators. Special assistance for disabled travelers is available at the station, located in Hall 1 on Level 2.
- Hotel Le Littré
- Hôtel Mistral
- Royal Saint Germain
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00
- Information services are available at the SNCF ticket office. Located in Hall 1 on Level 2 near Track 1.
- Metro lines: 4, 6, 12, 13
- Bus lines: 28, 39, 58, 82, 88, 89, 91, 92, 94, 95, 96
- Train lines: TGV, OUIGO, Intercités, Transilien N, TER Normandie, TER Centre
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sun: 09:15 - 12:55, 14:00 - 17:30
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station.
- Starbucks
- Eric Kayser
- Selecta
- Wheelchair access, personalized assistance service. Contact +33 890640650 or [email protected].
- Aparthotel Adagio
- Hôtel Mercure Avignon Gare TGV
- Hôtel Kyriad Avignon Courtine Gare
- Mon - Sun: 09:15 - 12:55, 14:00 - 17:30
- Located at the ticket office in the departure hall.
- Bus lines: ORIZO line
- Train lines: TGV, TGV Lyria, TGV/ICE, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, Eurostar, Thalys, TER, AVE
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rue Jean Jaurès.
- Restaurant Le Goût du Jour
- Restaurant L'Essentiel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Novotel Avignon Centre
- Mercure Avignon Centre Palais des Papes Hotel
- Hotel de l'Horloge
- Located in the main hall
- 200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Connection to Avignon TGV station
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