What is the French word for train station?

Paris to Lyon: 2h by train, 4h 30m by car
Paris to Bordeaux: 2h by train, 5h 30m by car
Paris to Nice: 6h by train, 9h by car

The French word for train station is ‘gare’, so you’ll see Lyon’s train station named “Gare de Lyon” and Strasbourg’s named “Gare de Strasbourg-Ville”. If you’re not fluent in French, you can buy e-tickets directly on Trainline’s app, with everything translated in English to help you identify the exact stations you need for your journey.

Can I buy French train tickets online?

Yes, and buying French train tickets online is a great way to save time and money. Not only can you get the lowest rates when buying in advance, but you’ll also skip the hassle of waiting in line at ticket desks or figuring out how to use the ticket kiosks.

What are the main French Riviera train stations?

The best way to get around the Côte d'Azur is by train, as there are multiple stations along the French Riviera. There are stations in Nice (Gare de Nice-Ville), Cannes (Gare de Cannes), and Saint-Raphaël (Saint-Raphaël Valescure). You can even take the train into Monaco (Monaco-Monte Carlo) and Italy (in Italian: Stazione di Ventimiglia).

How to buy Paris metro tickets?

You can purchase Paris métro tickets via ticket offices or machines in the métro stations, as well as from some local shops.

How to get around France by train and use the Métro in Paris

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