There are 5 ways to get from Paris to Saint-Omer by train, bus or car
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Recommended option
Train • 2h 33m
€55 - €73
Cheapest option
Bus • 6h 11m
€19 - €22
3 alternative options
Train via Lille • 2h 47m
€37 - €78
Train via Calais • 5h 14m
€89 - €164
Drive • 2h 26m
€28 - €45
Paris to Saint-Omer by train
The train journey time between Paris and Saint-Omer is around 3h 39m and covers a distance of around 271 km. The fastest train normally takes 2h 8m. Operated by TGV inOui and SNCF, the Paris to Saint-Omer train service departs from Paris Nord and arrives in St Omer. Typically 31 trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Train route overview
First and last trains
The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Paris to Saint-Omer train schedules
Trains departing Friday, June 18, 2021
Trains departing Saturday, June 19, 2021
Trains departing Sunday, June 20, 2021
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The social distance requirement in Saint-Omer is 1 metre.
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Last updated: 14 Jun 2021
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Paris to Saint-Omer is to bus which costs €18 - €22 and takes 6h 11m.
The quickest way to get from Paris to Saint-Omer is to drive which costs €28 - €45 and takes 2h 26m.
No, there is no direct bus from Paris to Saint-Omer. However, there are services departing from Paris and arriving at ST OMER - Gare via DUNKERQUE - Gare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.
No, there is no direct train from Paris to Saint-Omer. However, there are services departing from Paris Nord and arriving at St Omer via Hazebrouck. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.
It is 210 km from Paris to Saint-Omer. It is approximately 254.5 km to drive.
The best way to get from Paris to Saint-Omer without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs €50 - €75.
It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Paris to Saint-Omer, including transfers.
Paris to Saint-Omer bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Paris station.
Paris to Saint-Omer train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Paris Nord station.
The best way to get from Paris to Saint-Omer is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs €50 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €22 and takes 6h 11m.
- Distance: 210.4 km
- Duration: 2h 33m
What companies run services between Paris, France and Saint-Omer, Hauts-de-France, France?
TGV inOui operates a train from Paris Nord to Hazebrouck 5 times a day. Tickets cost €50 - €60 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paris Bercy to Saint-Omer via DUNKERQUE - Gare in around 6h 11m.
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 Paris Nord to Hazebrouck
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 48m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €50 - €60
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €50 - €60
- 1st Class
- €50 - €60
Train from Paris Nord to Lille Flandres
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 2m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- €45 - €55
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €45 - €55
- 1st Class
- €45 - €55
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.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 9 70 60 99 70
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Paris Nord to Lille Flandres
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 10m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €27 - €55
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
- 2nd Class
- €27 - €40
- Rail 1st Class
- €35 - €55
Train from Lille Flandres to St Omer
- Ave. Duration
- 47 min
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- €9 - €23
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
- 2nd Class
- €9 - €13
- Rail 1st Class
- €16 - €23
Train from Calais Ville to St Omer
- Ave. Duration
- 26 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €6 - €19
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
- 2nd Class
- €6 - €10
- Rail 1st Class
- €13 - €19
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Paris-Est to Calais-Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 11m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- €80 - €150
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
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 Paris to Dunkerque
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 10m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- €16 - €20
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
- Phone
- +33 3 28 59 62 80
- contact@arcenciel1.fr
- Website
- arc-en-ciel1.fr
Bus from DUNKERQUE - Gare to ST OMER - Gare
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 3m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- €2
- Website
- Arc en Ciel 1
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Paris to Saint-Omer bus services, operated by Arc en Ciel 1, arrive at ST OMER - Gare station.
Paris to Saint-Omer train services, operated by SNCF, arrive at St Omer station.
Yes, the driving distance between Paris to Saint-Omer is 254 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Paris to Saint-Omer.
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There are 41+ hotels available in Saint-Omer. Prices start at €75 per night.