Moscow to Paris by train
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Overview: trains from Moscow to Paris
Find the key information for travelling by train from Moscow to Paris, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
Taking the train from Moscow to Paris
Ready to book a trip from Moscow to Paris by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.
Train cost between Moscow and Paris: point-to-point tickets
Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from AU$384.06, then go to AU$979, if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.
Cost of travel with European train passes
Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.
Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.
Train timetable for travel between Moscow and Paris
There are a number of different options for travellers going from Moscow to Paris by train. Here is what to expect along this route:
First daily departure (weekday): 18:43
Last daily departure (weekday): 22:15
First daily departure (weekend):
Last daily departure (weekend):
Average number of daily trains: 3 trains
Frequency of train departures: every 1 hour and 8 minutes
Moscow to Paris distance and train travel time
The total distance for this route is 2,488 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 1 day, 11 hours and 20 minutes.
Booking horizon for travel between Moscow and Paris
Tickets for travel between Moscow and Paris can be booked 2 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.
Learn even more about travelling from Moscow to Paris by train
Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Paris.
FAQs about the train journey from Moscow to Paris
Want to know more about your journey from Moscow to Paris? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The total distance between Moscow and Paris is 2,488 kilometres.
The lowest fare on this route is AU$384.06. If booked 30 days in advance, tickets are priced around AU$979. When booked 7 days before travel, expect to pay around .
You can purchase tickets for this route 2 months in advance.
The fastest jouney takes 1 day, 11 hours and 20 minutes.
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