Paris to Moscow by train

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Overview: trains from Paris to Moscow

Find the key information for travelling by train from Paris to Moscow, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 16:55 View journey
Last train 20:25 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 36hr 36m View journey
Distance (km) 2488
Trains / day 2 View all
Cheapest journey €237.33 View journey
Avg journey time 40hr 28m
Train operators 7

Going from Paris to Moscow by train

About to set off from Paris to Moscow by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Paris and Moscow

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically €237.33, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Paris to Moscow train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Paris to Moscow is at 16:55 and the last is at 20:25. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at and the last one is at . You can expect 2 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 1 hour and 57 minutes.

Paris to Moscow distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 2,488 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 1 day, 12 hours and 36 minutes.

Booking horizon for travel between Paris and Moscow

Tickets for travel between Paris and Moscow can be booked 2 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Making the most of your Paris to Moscow travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Moscow.

FAQs about the train journey from Paris to Moscow

Want to know more about your journey from Paris to Moscow? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total journey from Paris to Moscow is 2,488 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.