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

The cheapest way to get from Paris to Chartres is to rideshare which costs €5 - €6 and takes 1h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paris to Chartres is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs €13 - €20.

Is there a direct bus between Paris and Chartres?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Paris-Montp Pt Rencontre Group and arriving at Chartres Gare Rue Nicole. Services depart three times a day, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Paris and Chartres?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Paris Gare Montparnasse and arriving at Chartres. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Paris to Chartres?

The distance between Paris and Chartres is 86 km. The road distance is 88 km.

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

The best way to get from Paris to Chartres without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs €20 - €21.

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

The train from Paris Gare Montparnasse to Chartres takes 1h 17m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Paris to Chartres bus from?

Paris to Chartres bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Paris-Montp Pt Rencontre Group station.

Train or bus from Paris to Chartres?

The best way to get from Paris to Chartres is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs €20 - €21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €21 and takes 2h 11m.

Where does the Paris to Chartres bus arrive?

Paris to Chartres bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Chartres Gare Rue Nicole station.

Where does the Paris to Chartres train arrive?

Paris to Chartres train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Chartres station.

Can I drive from Paris to Chartres?

Yes, the driving distance between Paris to Chartres is 88 km. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Paris to Chartres.

How do I get a train ticket from Paris to Chartres?

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Where can I stay near Chartres?

There are 445+ hotels available in Chartres.

Can I share a ride from Paris to Chartres?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Paris and Chartres. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Paris to Chartres - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Paris to Chartres by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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 Paris Gare Montparnasse to Chartrestrain Ter
1h 17m
€20–21
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Paris to Chartresrideshare 86.4 km
1h 19m
€5–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Paris-Montp Pt Rencontre Group to Chartres Gare Rue Nicolebus Autocar
2h 11m
€15–21
Drive 88 km
1. Drive from Paris to Chartrescar 88 km
1h 4m
€14–20

Paris to Chartres by train

220Weekly Trains

1h 17mAverage Duration

€20Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Paris to Chartres.

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Distance: 86.4 km
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Paris, France and Chartres, Centre-Val de Loire, France?

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Paris Gare Montparnasse to Chartres hourly. Tickets cost €20–21 and the journey takes 1h 17m. Alternatively, SNCF Bus operates a bus from Paris-Montp Pt Rencontre Group to Chartres Gare Rue Nicole 3 times a day. Tickets cost €15–21 and the journey takes 2h 11m.

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