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Paris to Avignon Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

The Paris to Avignon train runs mainly from Paris Gare de Lyon to Avignon TGV on the LGV Sud-Est and LGV Mediterranee high-speed lines. Direct services are operated as TGV INOUI and OUIGO, with some trains also calling at Lyon Part-Dieu, Valence TGV, Aix-en-Provence TGV, or Marseille Saint-Charles depending on the schedule. The rail distance is about 577 km, and the fastest direct TGV takes around 2 hours 39 minutes. Slower direct trains take about 3 hours 15 minutes to 3 hours 25 minutes when they make more stops. There are usually around 20 to 25 direct departures per day in one direction, with more choice on weekdays and during French holiday periods. One-way fares start from about €19 ($21 USD) for the lowest OUIGO advance fares and can rise to around €150 ($162 USD) for flexible TGV INOUI fares close to departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, and July-August travel.
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Avignon

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Morning trains

06:03
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
2h 45m
08:48
AvignonAvignon TGV
Direct
OUIGO 7829
from
11606 USD
1
2h 45m, Direct
06:03
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
08:48
AvignonAvignon TGV
from
11606 USD
1
Direct
06:35
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
2h 42m
09:17
AvignonAvignon TGV
Direct
SNCF 6101
from
9701 USD
1
2h 42m, Direct
06:35
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
09:17
AvignonAvignon TGV
from
9701 USD
1
Direct

Day trains

12:06
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
3h 50m
15:56
AvignonAvignon Centre
Direct
TGV Inoui 6193
from
14551 USD
1
3h 50m, Direct
12:06
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
15:56
AvignonAvignon Centre
from
14551 USD
1
Direct
12:35
ParisAéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV
2h 52m
15:27
AvignonAvignon TGV
Direct
OUIGO 7841
from
14378 USD
1
2h 52m, Direct
12:35
ParisAéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV
15:27
AvignonAvignon TGV
from
14378 USD
1
Direct

Evening trains

18:38
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
2h 44m
21:22
AvignonAvignon TGV
Direct
SNCF 6127
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8834 USD
1
2h 44m, Direct
18:38
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
21:22
AvignonAvignon TGV
from
8834 USD
1
Direct
19:56
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
2h 51m
22:47
AvignonAvignon TGV
Direct
SNCF 6129
from
7275 USD
1
2h 51m, Direct
19:56
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
22:47
AvignonAvignon TGV
from
7275 USD
1
Direct
day

First train

06:02
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Last train

21:38
distance

Travel duration

2h 57m
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Daily departures

28
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Departure station

Paris
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direct
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Arrival station

Avignon
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Ticket price

$42
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After booking the Paris to Avignon train, your confirmation and e-ticket details are sent by email. Most TGV tickets on this route can be shown on a mobile device at ticket inspection.
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Human support agents are available 24/7 for Paris to Avignon booking questions, ticket changes, e-ticket access, or guidance on using Paris Gare de Lyon and Avignon TGV station.
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Change or cancel Paris to Avignon TGV tickets according to the fare conditions selected at checkout. TGV INOUI fares usually offer more change options than the lowest OUIGO fares, so review the rules before payment.
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Paris to Avignon Route Overview

This route is one of the main high-speed links between northern France and Provence, leaving dense Paris suburbs before running south through Burgundy, the Rhone corridor, and the lower Rhone valley. The distinctive feature of this trip is the sudden change in landscape after Valence TGV, where vineyards, pale limestone, cypress trees, and Mediterranean light replace the northern plains. Seats are reserved on TGV INOUI and OUIGO services, so passengers travel on the specific train and seat printed on the ticket. Avignon TGV station is outside the old city walls, with a local rail shuttle and taxis linking it to Avignon Centre and the historic core.
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2h 57m

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Fastest trip

2h 35m

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Longest trip

4h 46m

Paris

Paris is France's capital and its largest rail hub, with the southbound TGV network centered on Paris Gare de Lyon. The station sits in the 12th arrondissement, near the Seine and Bercy, and has direct metro, RER, taxi, and airport transfer links.

Paris Est

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Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport

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Paris Austerlitz

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Paris Montparnasse

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Paris Gare de Lyon

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Paris Gare de l’Est

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Paris St-Lazare

StationStation

Paris Gare du Nord

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PARIS BERCY

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Disneyland Paris

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Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV

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Paris Bercy Bourg. Pays d'Auv.

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2h 57m

Avignon

Avignon is a walled city in Provence known for the Palais des Papes and its medieval bridge over the Rhone. Long-distance high-speed trains arrive at Avignon TGV, about 4 km south-west of the old town, while local services connect to Avignon Centre station near the city walls.

Avignon TGV

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Avignon Centre

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Practical Information for TGV Travelers

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TGV INOUI and OUIGO services on the Paris to Avignon route have different fare conditions, but luggage must always be carried and stored by the passenger. Check add-ons carefully when booking OUIGO.
Luggage Allowance
On TGV INOUI, passengers may generally bring 2 large pieces up to 130 cm each plus 1 item of hand baggage. OUIGO includes a smaller allowance in the base fare, with extra or larger bags available as paid options during booking.
Storage Facilities
TGV trainsets have overhead racks for cabin bags and luggage areas near carriage entrances for larger cases. Keep bags labeled and place heavy items in floor-level racks rather than above seats.
Special Items
Folded bicycles, skis, golf bags, and musical instruments must fit the luggage rules or be added under the relevant special-item option where required. Non-folding bicycles need a dedicated bike space only on trains that offer one.

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Paris to Avignon Map

The Paris to Avignon route runs south from Paris Gare de Lyon onto the LGV Sud-Est, then continues via the Rhone valley and LGV Mediterranee to Avignon TGV. Depending on service pattern, trains may pass or stop at Lyon Part-Dieu, Valence TGV, and Aix-en-Provence TGV before continuing toward Marseille. North of Lyon the line crosses open agricultural country; south of Valence the view changes to Provence, with vineyards, low hills, and Rhone valley settlements.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

The Paris to Avignon TGV gives city-to-city rail travel from Paris Gare de Lyon to Avignon TGV in under 3 hours on the fastest departures. Long-distance buses from Paris to Avignon usually take around 9 to 11 hours and often use edge-of-city coach stations. Flights from Paris to Marseille or nearby airports have a short airborne time, but airport transfers, security, and the onward trip to Avignon add several hours. Electric high-speed rail also produces lower emissions per passenger than flying on this domestic corridor.

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Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 43m

Price from

$38

Departures

337

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 24m

Price from

$37

Departures

187

Rating

Train

OUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 52m

Price from

$40

Departures

143

Rating

Train

TGVOUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 57m

Price from

$49

Departures

57

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 40m

Price from

$54

Departures

20

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Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

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2h 57m

$42-$223

Bus

Apprx.

10h 0m

$25-$70

Flight

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1h 20m

$80-$260

FAQ about the Paris - Avignon Route

How long is the TGV from Paris to Avignon?

The fastest direct Paris to Avignon TGV takes about 2 hours 39 minutes from Paris Gare de Lyon to Avignon TGV. Direct trains with extra stops usually take around 3 hours 15 minutes to 3 hours 25 minutes. The route covers about 577 km by rail.

How fast is the Paris to Avignon train?

TGV INOUI and OUIGO trains on the Paris to Avignon route can run at up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on the LGV high-speed sections. Average speed is lower because trains accelerate out of Paris, may stop at intermediate stations, and slow on approach to Avignon TGV.

How do I book Paris to Avignon train tickets?

Book Paris to Avignon train tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your travel date, selecting a TGV INOUI or OUIGO departure, and choosing the fare and class available for that train. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead and offers mobile apps for iOS and Android to manage tickets.

Does Eurail cover the Paris to Avignon route?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on TGV INOUI services between Paris and Avignon, but a paid seat reservation is required before boarding. Passes are generally not valid on OUIGO services. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How much is the train from Paris to Avignon?

One-way Paris to Avignon train fares start from about €19 ($21 USD) on the lowest OUIGO advance tickets and can reach around €150 ($162 USD) for flexible TGV INOUI fares close to departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.
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