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Trip Overview

The train between France and Germany takes 8h 18m. There is at least one train per day from France to Germany. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 18m
Duration
1,175 km
Distance
€247
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

France to Germany train times

Trains run once daily between France and Germany. The earliest departure is at 10:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from France is at 10:55 AM which arrives into Germany at 7:13 PM. All services require a transfer at Gare de l'Est and take an average of 8h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    RATP MetroDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)BVG8h 18m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    RATP MetroDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)BVG8h 18m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    RATP MetroDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)BVG8h 20m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    RATP MetroDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)BVG8h 20m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    RATP MetroDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)BVG8h 18m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    RATP MetroDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)BVG8h 18m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    RATP MetroDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)BVG8h 18m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from France to Germany? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 1,174.8 km
  • Duration: 8h 18m

What companies run services between France and Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Paris Est to Berlin Gesundbrunnen once daily. Tickets cost €200–440 and the journey takes 7h 55m.

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