There are 8 ways to get from Grenoble to Paris by train, bus, rideshare, car 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.
Recommended option
Train • 3h 1m
85€ - 120€
Cheapest option
Bus • 7h 45m
17€ - 45€
6 alternative options
Rideshare • 6h 41m
36€
Drive • 5h 17m
65€ - 100€
Train to Lyon, fly to Paris Orly • 3h 41m
100€ - 291€
Train to Lyon, fly to Paris CDG • 3h 56m
84€ - 268€
Train to Geneva, fly to Paris CDG • 6h 20m
80€ - 311€
Train to Geneva, fly to Paris Orly • 6h 5m
76€ - 244€
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The cheapest way to get from Grenoble to Paris is to bus which costs 17€ - 45€ and takes 7h 45m.
The quickest way to get from Grenoble to Paris is to train which costs 85€ - 120€ and takes 3h 1m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Grenoble and arriving at Paris, Gallieni. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 45m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grenoble and arriving at Paris Gare De Lyon. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 1m.
The distance between Grenoble and Paris is 483 km. The road distance is 574.3 km.
The best way to get from Grenoble to Paris without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs 85€ - 120€.
The train from Grenoble to Paris Gare De Lyon takes 3h 1m including transfers and departs every four hours.
Grenoble to Paris bus services, operated by Eurolines FR, depart from Grenoble station.
Grenoble to Paris train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Grenoble station.
The best way to get from Grenoble to Paris is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs 85€ - 120€. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 17€ - 45€ and takes 7h 45m.
- Distance: 482.8 km
- Duration: 3h 1m
What companies run services between Grenoble, France and Paris, France?
TGV inOui operates a train from Grenoble to Paris Gare De Lyon every 4 hours. Tickets cost 85€ - 120€ and the journey takes 3h 1m. Alternatively, Eurolines FR operates a bus from Grenoble to Paris, Gallieni 5 times a day. Tickets cost 29€ - 45€ and the journey takes 7h 45m. Two other operators also service this route.
- Website
- airfrance.com
Flights from Lyon to Paris Orly
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 85€ - 290€
Flights from Lyon to Paris CDG
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 11m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 45€ - 280€
Flights from Geneva to Paris CDG
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 40€ - 290€
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Geneva to Paris Orly
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 35€ - 210€
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Geneva to Paris CDG via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 10m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 85€ - 350€
- Website
- brusselsairlines.com
Flights from Geneva to Paris CDG via Brussels
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 400€ - 2500€
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Grenoble to Paris Gare De Lyon
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 1m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 85€ - 120€
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- 85€ - 100€
- 1st Class
- 95€ - 120€
Train from Grenoble to Lyon-Saint Exupery Tgv
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 2m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 29€ - 40€
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- 33€ - 39€
- 1st Class
- 29€ - 34€
France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
Rome2rio's guide to SNCF
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 9 70 60 99 70
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Grenoble to Geneve
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 2m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- 21€ - 45€
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
- 2nd Class
- 21€ - 30€
- Rail 1st Class
- 30€ - 45€
Eurolines is a network of coach companies that operate throughout Europe plus Morocco. It’s an affordable way to travel around the continent, with tickets starting at €5. All coaches have Wi-Fi, plug sockets and USBs, reclining chairs and toilets, and a standard ticket includes up to two medium suitcases plus carry-on luggage. Within France, Eurolines serves 69 destinations; including Paris, Lyon, Versailles, Nice and Bordeaux.
Contact Details
- Phone
- + 33 1 41 86 24 21
- Website
- eurolines.fr
Bus from Grenoble to Paris, Gallieni
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 45m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- 29€ - 45€
- Website
- Eurolines FR
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0890715298
- Website
- ouibus.com
Bus from Grenoble - Bus Station to Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 45m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- 17€ - 22€
- Website
- Blablabus
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Grenoble to Paris, Paris
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 55m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- 27€ - 35€
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Blablacar is a popular ridesharing platform with 70 million users over 22 (mostly European) countries. The basic idea is that you carpool with locals who are already planning to drive your route and have space in their car. With some flexibility, you’ll get to your destination often faster and cheaper than other means. On the website or app, enter your departure and arrival points and your date of travel, sift through the profiles of drivers who’ve posted pre-planned drives and find one whose timing and preferences match yours. Request to join the ride, wait to be accepted, and pay your share of the set price.
Rome2rio's guide to BlaBlaCar
Contact Details
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Grenoble to Paris
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 41m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 36€
- Book at
- blablacar.co.uk
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The quickest flight from Lyon Airport to Paris Orly Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 5m.
Grenoble to Paris bus services, operated by Eurolines FR, arrive at Paris, Gallieni station.
Grenoble to Paris train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Gare De Lyon station.
Yes, the driving distance between Grenoble to Paris is 574 km. It takes approximately 5h 17m to drive from Grenoble to Paris.
Air France offers flights from Lyon Airport to Paris Orly Airport.
Book your Grenoble to Paris train tickets online with Omio.
Book your Grenoble to Paris bus tickets online with Busbud, Omio and FlixBus.
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