What is the cheapest way to get from CERN to Paris?

The cheapest way to get from CERN to Paris is to bus via Paris which costs €40 - €80 and takes 8h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from CERN to Paris?

The fastest way to get from CERN to Paris is to line 18 tram and fly which takes 4h 5m and costs €65 - €250.

Is there a direct train between CERN and Paris?

No, there is no direct train from CERN to Paris. However, there are services departing from Meyrin, CERN and arriving at Paris Gare de Lyon via Genève. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from CERN to Paris?

The distance between CERN and Paris is 532 km. The road distance is 491.9 km.

How do I travel from CERN to Paris without a car?

The best way to get from CERN to Paris without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs €170 - €330.

How long does it take to get from CERN to Paris?

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from CERN to Paris, including transfers.

Where do I catch the CERN to Paris train from?

CERN to Paris train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Genève station.

Train or bus from CERN to Paris?

The best way to get from CERN to Paris is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs €170 - €330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €90 and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the CERN to Paris train arrive?

CERN to Paris train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Paris Gare de Lyon station.

Can I drive from CERN to Paris?

Yes, the driving distance between CERN to Paris is 492 km. It takes approximately 5h 35m to drive from CERN to Paris.

Where can I stay near Paris?

There are 22946+ hotels available in Paris.

CERN to Paris - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, line 18 tram, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from CERN to Paris by train, bus, car, tram, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Genève to Paris Gare de Lyontrain Tgv
5h 12m
€179–321
Bus via Paris
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Parisbus FlixBus N1503 / ...
8h 41m
€40–79
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 16m
€53–85
Drive 491.9 km
1. Drive from CERN to Pariscar 491.9 km
5h 35m
€75–108
Line 18 tram, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport
1. Take the tram from Meyrin, CERN to Vernier, Blandonnettram
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)plane GVA - CDG
4h 16m
€105–255
Line 18 tram, fly to Paris Orly Airport
1. Take the tram from Meyrin, CERN to Vernier, Blandonnettram
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Paris Orly Airport (ORY)plane GVA - ORY
4h 5m
€66–246

CERN to Paris by foot, tram, and train

1Weekly Services

5h 12mAverage Duration

€179Cheapest Price

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Distance: 531.8 km
Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between CERN, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France and Paris, France?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Genève to Paris Gare de Lyon once a week. Tickets cost €170–300 and the journey takes 3h 44m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost €35–50 and the journey takes 6h 20m.

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