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Paris to Nimes Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Direct TGV INOUI and OUIGO services connect Paris with Nimes, with Paris Gare de Lyon the principal departure station. Depending on the train, stops can include Valence TGV and Avignon TGV, with arrival at Nimes Centre or Nimes Pont du Gard. The fastest direct journeys take about 2 hours 50 minutes to Pont du Gard, while Centre services generally take around 3 hours; departure frequency and longer journey times vary by date. TGV INOUI offers First and Second Class, while OUIGO has one seating class. Indicative one-way fares run from about EUR 19 to EUR 150 ($21 to $165 USD), from advance basic tickets to higher flexible fares. 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, July-August and Christmas.

13Nov

Seats

Paris

Nimes

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

06:42

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

09:42

NimesNîmes Centre

Direct

High-speed

TGV Inoui 12331

from

89 USD

3h, Direct

06:42

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

09:42

NimesNîmes Centre

from

89 USD

Direct

High-speed

TGV Inoui 12331

06:42

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

09:42

NimesNîmes Centre

Direct

High-speed

TGV Inoui 6221

from

240 USD

3h, Direct

06:42

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

09:42

NimesNîmes Centre

from

240 USD

Direct

High-speed

TGV Inoui 6221

Day trains

14:42

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

17:42

NimesNîmes Centre

Direct

High-speed

TGV Inoui 9715

from

240 USD

3h, Direct

14:42

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

17:42

NimesNîmes Centre

from

240 USD

Direct

High-speed

TGV Inoui 9715

14:56

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

2h 51m

17:47

NimesNîmes Pont du Gard

Secondary station

Direct

High-speed

OUIGO 7871

from

191 USD

2h 51m, Direct

14:56

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

17:47

NimesNîmes Pont du Gard

Secondary station

from

191 USD

Direct

High-speed

OUIGO 7871

Evening trains

18:00

ParisCharles de Gaulle Airport (CDG, Paris)

3h 35m

21:35

NimesNîmes Centre

Direct

High-speed

TGV Inoui 9836

from

173 USD

3h 35m, Direct

18:00

ParisCharles de Gaulle Airport (CDG, Paris)

21:35

NimesNîmes Centre

from

173 USD

Direct

High-speed

TGV Inoui 9836

18:56

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

2h 49m

21:45

NimesNîmes Pont du Gard

Secondary station

Direct

High-speed

TGV Inoui 12355

from

240 USD

2h 49m, Direct

18:56

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

21:45

NimesNîmes Pont du Gard

Secondary station

from

240 USD

Direct

High-speed

TGV Inoui 12355

First train

06:42

Last train

21:25

Travel duration

3h 24m

Daily departures

Departure station

Paris

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Nimes

Ticket price

$49

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Paris to Nimes Route Overview

Nimes has two distinct high-speed arrival options, and choosing between them changes the final part of the trip. Nimes Centre is within walking distance of the Roman Arena; Nimes Pont du Gard is outside the city near Manduel and requires an onward connection. Both TGV INOUI and OUIGO use compulsory seat reservations, with no non-reserved carriage.

Travel time

3h 24m

Train type

Fastest trip

2h 49m

Longest trip

9h 50m

Paris

Paris Gare de Lyon serves the capital's routes towards southeastern France. The station is in the 12th arrondissement, with Metro lines 1 and 14 and RER connections.

Paris Gare de l'Est

Paris-East Station, Place du 11 Novembre 1918, Quartier Saint-Vincent-de-Paul, 10th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75010, France

Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport

Station

Paris Austerlitz

Paris-Austerlitz Station, 85, Quai d'Austerlitz, Quartier de la Salpêtrière, 13th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75013, France

Paris Montparnasse

Paris-Montparnasse Station, Allée de la 2e Division Blindée, Quartier Necker, 15th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75015, France

Paris Gare de Lyon

Paris-Lyon Station, Place Louis Armand, Quartier des Quinze-Vingts, 12th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75012, France

Paris Gare de l’Est

Station

Paris St-Lazare

Paris-Saint Lazarus Station, 13, Rue d'Amsterdam, Quartier de l'Europe, 8th Arrondissement of Paris, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75008, France

Paris Gare du Nord

Paris Gare du Nord, Rue Demarquay, Quartier Saint-Vincent-de-Paul, 10th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75010, France

Paris Bercy Bourgogne-Pays d'Auvergne

Paris-Bercy-Bourgogne-Pays d'Auvergne Station, Rampe d'accès à la gare de Bercy, Quartier de Bercy, 12th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 75012, France

Disneyland Paris

Station

Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG, Paris)

Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV (RER), Circuit 2, Tremblay-en-France, Le Raincy, Seine-Saint-Denis, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, 95716, France

Paris Bercy Bourg. Pays d'Auv.

Station

3h 24m

Nimes

Nimes retains major Roman monuments, including its amphitheatre and the Maison Carree. Nimes Centre opens onto Avenue Feucheres towards the old town, while Nimes Pont du Gard serves the high-speed bypass outside the city.

Nimes Centre

Nîmes Centre, 1, Boulevard du Sergent Triaire, Triangle de la Gare, Nîmes, Gard, Occitania, Metropolitan France, 30011, France

Nimes Pont du Gard

Nîmes Pont du Gard, Dépose minute, Manduel, Nîmes, Gard, Occitania, Metropolitan France, 30129, France

Available Ticket Classes

Paris to Nimes TGV INOUI trains offer Second Class with 2+2 seating and First Class with 2+1 seating. OUIGO Grande Vitesse offers a single class, with luggage and seat-selection options depending on the fare or paid extras. All tickets include a reserved seat; a flexible fare changes ticket conditions, not the physical seating class.

from

$75

2nd Class

from

$99

1st Class

Practical Information for TGV INOUI and OUIGO Travelers

Paris to Nimes luggage allowances differ substantially between TGV INOUI and OUIGO. Check the service on your ticket, label your bags and keep aisles clear.

Luggage Allowance

TGV INOUI allows two bags up to 90 x 70 x 50 cm each plus one hand bag up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm, with no fixed weight limit if you can carry everything yourself. OUIGO's basic allowance is one cabin bag up to 55 x 35 x 25 cm plus one small bag up to 36 x 27 x 15 cm; larger or additional luggage costs extra.

Storage Facilities

Paris to Nimes TGV trainsets have luggage racks near carriage entrances and smaller overhead shelves. On double-deck trains, check your seat level before carrying a heavy case upstairs; bags must not obstruct doors, stairs or aisles.

Special Items

On TGV INOUI, folded or dismantled bicycles must be bagged, generally within 130 x 90 cm; an assembled bicycle needs a bookable bicycle space where offered. OUIGO requires a paid bicycle option and a packed, folded or dismantled bike. Check separate rules for instruments and sports equipment before booking Paris to Nimes.

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Paris to Nimes Map

From Paris Gare de Lyon, trains use the southeastern high-speed corridor and continue south through the Rhone valley towards Valence and Avignon. Depending on the service, they branch towards Nimes Centre or remain on the high-speed bypass to Nimes Pont du Gard. The route passes Burgundy farmland, the Rhone valley and Mediterranean vineyards; intermediate station stops vary by departure.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 8m

Price from

$47

Departures

515

Rating

Train

OUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 5m

Price from

$49

Departures

117

Rating

Train

Intercités de nuit

Changes

Direct

Travel time

9h 19m

Price from

$67

Departures

Rating

A train to Nimes Centre links central Paris with the city centre without airport transfers, with several departures across the day. Coaches usually take roughly 9-12 hours, depending on stops and traffic. Paris has no regular direct scheduled flight to Nimes; flying to another regional airport adds ground travel, so the flight fields below do not represent an available fare. Electric TGV travel generally produces lower emissions per passenger than flying or driving alone; bus figures are indicative.

Plus, it’s a greener choice, reducing your carbon footprint

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

3h 24m

$49-$219

Bus

Apprx.

10h 0m

$25-$90

Flight

Apprx.

Cities at Both Ends

Paris combines medieval sites on the Ile de la Cite with the Louvre's former royal palace; trains leave from Gare de Lyon in the 12th arrondissement. Nimes preserves the Roman Arena and Maison Carree, a UNESCO-listed temple. Nimes Centre is the station for walking into the historic centre; Pont du Gard requires an onward transfer.

Paris

France's largest rail hub, with high-speed, intercity, regional, overnight, and cross-border services from several terminal stations.

Nîmes

Southern France rail hub linking the Rhone Valley, Occitanie, Provence, and national high-speed routes.

FAQ about the Paris - Nimes Route

How much is the train from Paris to Nimes?

Indicative one-way fares run from about EUR 19 to EUR 150 ($21 to $165 USD), covering advance basic tickets and higher flexible fares. OUIGO can offer the cheapest advertised tickets, but check luggage charges and the arrival station. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How long is the Paris to Nimes train journey?

The fastest direct departures take about 2 hours 50 minutes to Nimes Pont du Gard, while Nimes Centre is generally around 3 hours from Paris. Stops and engineering work can lengthen the trip. Include the onward connection from Pont du Gard when comparing total travel time to the Roman Arena or old town.

Which Nimes station should I choose?

Choose Nimes Centre for the Roman Arena and most old-town stays. Nimes Pont du Gard is near Manduel, outside central Nimes, with regional rail connections towards the city; check the connection time separately. The station name refers to the wider area, not a location beside the Pont du Gard aqueduct.

How do I book Paris to Nimes train tickets?

Enter your date on Rail Monsters, check the Paris departure and Nimes arrival stations, then compare TGV INOUI and OUIGO fares, luggage and change conditions. Complete payment and follow the ticket-delivery instructions in your booking. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and iOS and Android apps are available for managing reservations.

Do rail passes cover Paris to Nimes?

A valid Eurail or Interrail pass covering France can be used on Paris to Nimes TGV INOUI services, but a paid seat reservation is compulsory and passholder availability can be limited. OUIGO is not covered by these passes. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

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