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Thinking about taking the train from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Paris? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 45 minutes to travel the 220 km from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Paris by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 26 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 21 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. You can travel on this route with either TGV or SNCF trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.
Train tickets from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Paris start from $36.40 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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| First train | 4:51 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 7:58 pm | |
| Departure station | Boulogne-sur-Mer | |
| Arrival station | Paris | |
| Journey time | From 2h 26m | |
| Distance | 136 miles (220 km) | |
| Frequency | 21 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $36.40 | |
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TGV is the high-speed train service of the SNCF company. It connects the major cities of France at speeds of up to 200 mph (320 km/h). All TGV trains are equipped with a food carriage, a free WiFi connection, power sockets and fold-down tables. Two comfort classes are offered – First Class and Second Class, with flexible fare options available and access to the Grand Voyageur lounge in some stations.
SNCF is the national train operator of France. It operates all domestic trains and routes across France, as well as international services to Spain and Germany. There are three different types of domestic trains that operate under the SNCF banner – TGV (high-speed, full-service trains that connect the major cities in France), Intercités (usually a more frequent stopping service, but with all the amenities), and TER (regional train services with basic onboard facilities).
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