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Trip Overview

The average train between France and Germany takes 8h 17m and the fastest train takes 8h 16m. There is at least one train per day from France to Germany. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 17m
Duration
1,174 km
Distance
€237
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

France to Germany train times

Trains run once daily between France and Germany. The earliest departure is at 10:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from France is at 10:56 AM which arrives into Germany at 7:13 PM. All services require a transfer at Gare de l'Est and take an average of 8h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    RATP MetroDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)BVG8h 16m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    RATP MetroDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)BVG8h 17m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    RATP MetroDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)BVG8h 16m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    RATP MetroDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)BVG8h 16m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    RATP MetroDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)BVG8h 18m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    RATP MetroDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)BVG8h 18m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    RATP MetroDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)BVG8h 16m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from France to Germany? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 1,174.2 km
  • Duration: 8h 17m

What companies run services between France and Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Paris Est to Berlin Gesundbrunnen twice daily. Tickets cost €190–370 and the journey takes 7h 55m.

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