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Travelling from Paris St-Lazare to Angoulême by train
Looking to travel from Paris St-Lazare to Angoulême by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 17 minutes to travel from Paris St-Lazare to Angoulême by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 44 minutes though. You'll usually find 17 trains per day running along the 245 miles (394 km) route between these two destinations. Once you're onboard, you can sit back and relax, as you won’t need to make any changes on your way to Angoulême. OUIGO, a low-cost, high-speed train service operated by SNCF, will whisk you to Angoulême in no time at all.
Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Paris St-Lazare to Angoulême.
If you’re feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Angoulême by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.
Trains to Angoulême from Paris St-Lazare
| First train | 06:06 | |
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| Last train | 21:41 | |
| Departure station | Paris St-Lazare | |
| Arrival station | Angoulême | |
| Journey time | From 1h 44m | |
| Distance | 245 miles (394 km) | |
| Frequency | 17 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
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OUIGO trains from Paris St-Lazare to Angoulême
OUIGO is the low-cost brand of French rail company SNCF, who operate trains in France and Spain. In France, all seats on OUIGO are Second Class and tickets can only be purchased online. You can also pay for additional extras, such as reserving a seat in the ‘quiet area’, at-seat power sockets and extra luggage. OUIGO has been operating in Spain since May 2021, and their trains include an onboard bar and a premium class of service called OUIGO Plus.
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What OUIGO classes are there from Paris St-Lazare to Angoulême?
Compare the different travel classes offered by OUIGO when travelling from Paris St-Lazare to Angoulême.
Standard Class
OUIGO comes with only one class, Standard Class, which is the equivalent of TGV's Second Class. On board you'll find WiFi and a café-bar (on services in Spain). There may be a trolley service on Train Classique services in France. You can pay extra to guarantee a seat with a plug socket, as not all seats currently have one.
- Fold-down table
- Luggage storage
- Bar/restaurant carriage (1)
- Catering at your seat (2)
- WiFi (3)
- Power sockets
- (1) Available on OUIGO Spain services only
- (2) Snack service available on some OUIGO Classique trains
- (3) WiFi available for a fee on services in France; may be free in Spain
What are the onboard services on OUIGO?
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Paris St-Lazare to Angoulême.
What luggage limits are there? | One piece of hand luggage (36 x 27 x 15 cm) and one piece of cabin luggage (55 x 35 x 25 cm) can be taken onboard. You can take additional or larger bags with you (max. 30kg) for an extra fee or by paying for OUIGO Plus. |
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What food and drink is available? | On OUIGO trains in France: an at-seat service of snacks is available on Train classique services. This service is not available on high-speed OUIGO trains. |
What onboard entertainment is available? | WiFi (OUIFI) and an entertainment portal (OUIFUN) are available at an additional cost. |
What facilities are there for travel with children? | For OUIGO trains in France: Passengers under 12 years old pay a fixed price for tickets all year round - €5 for journeys on Train classique services, and €8 for high speed services. |
Can I bring a bike on board? | You can take your bicycle on board OUIGO trains if you add the 'Bike' option onto your ticket for an additional fee of at least €5. Your bike must be folded or dismantled and placed in a storage bag for transport. |
Can I bring pets on board? | Pets are only allowed on board OUIGO trains if the 'Pets' option is added to your ticket at the time of booking. (1 pet per adult, per booking, €10 per pet.) |
What special assistance is available? | For disabled passengers or those with reduced mobility, you can request assistance through 'Accès Plus'. With this service, a member of staff will meet you at the station and help you get to your seat on the train. To book assistance, contact Accès Plus after you book your tickets (and no later than 48 hours before your train is due to depart). |
How do I find cheap train tickets from Paris St-Lazare to Angoulême?
If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.
1. Book in advance
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Buy a rail pass
4. Choose a slower or connecting train
5. Look out for train ticket sales and discounts
6. Take a night train
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.