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Paris to Ambert by train
The journey from Paris to Ambert by train is 382.68 km and takes 4 hrs 59 mins. There are 12 connections per day, with the first departure at 07:52 and the last at 19:00. It is possible to travel from Paris to Ambert by train for as little as CHF 71.51 or as much as CHF 114.62. The best price for this journey is CHF 71.51.
| Lowest Price | CHF 71.51 |
| Journey Duration | 4 hrs 59 mins |
| Connection per Day | AUTOCAR, TGV inOui, INTERCITÉS, TER 12 |
| Lowest Price | AUTOCAR, TGV inOui, INTERCITÉS, TER CHF 71.51 |
| Highest Price | AUTOCAR, TGV inOui, INTERCITÉS, TER CHF 114.62 |
| First Departure | AUTOCAR, TGV inOui, INTERCITÉS, TER 07:52 |
| Last Departure | AUTOCAR, TGV inOui, INTERCITÉS, TER 19:00 |
| Distance | AUTOCAR, TGV inOui, INTERCITÉS, TER 382.68 km |
| Departure | AUTOCAR, TGV inOui, INTERCITÉS, TER Paris |
| Arrival | AUTOCAR, TGV inOui, INTERCITÉS, TER Ambert |
| Carriers | AUTOCAR, TGV inOui AUTOCAR, TGV inOui, INTERCITÉS, TER |
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Cheap train tickets from Paris to Ambert
Looking for the best deal on a train ticket for your trip? Here are 4 ways to get cheap train tickets from Paris to Ambert.
Book in advance and save
If you're looking for the best deal for your trip from Paris to Ambert, booking train tickets in advance is a great way to save money, but keep in mind that advance tickets are usually not available until 3 months before your travel date.
Stay flexible with your travel time and explore off-peak journeys
Planning your trips around off-peak travel times not only means that you'll be able to avoid the crowds, but can also end up saving you money. Being flexible with your schedule and considering alternative routes or times will significantly impact the amount of money you spend on getting from Paris to Ambert.
Always check special offers
Checking on the latest deals can help save a lot of money, making it worth taking the time to browse and compare prices. So make sure you get the best deal on your ticket and take advantage of special fares for children, youth and seniors as well as discounts for groups.
Unlock the potential of slower trains or connecting trains
If you're planning a trip with some flexible time, why not opt for the scenic route? Taking slower trains or connecting trains that make more stops may save you money on your ticket – definitely worth considering if it fits in your schedule.
Best time to book Paris to Ambert travel
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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Paris to Ambert
The cheapest Paris - Ambert train tickets can be found for as low as CHF 24.17 if you’re lucky, or CHF 30.30 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as CHF 55.19.
Find the best day to travel to Ambert by train
When travelling to Ambert by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Carriers on this route
Find out more about the carriers on this route.
Intercités is a train service offered by SNCF. Intercités trains operate on regional, national, and international routes, connecting cities and towns within France as well as with neighboring countries. Unlike the high-speed TGV trains, Intercités trains have a more traditional feel and offer a scenic way to travel and explore the country. Sleep on board an Intercités train is possible through the "Intercités de nuit" offer, which includes the option to reserve a reclining seat or berth.
TGV inOui, which replaces traditional TGV services by offering a contemporary upgrade, is a high-speed train service operated by the French National Railways, SNCF that make it easy to explore around 50 destinations in neighboring countries such as Belgium, Germany, and Spain. TGV inOUI is designed to offer more comfort and flexibility to travelers, with features such as spacious seats, Wi-Fi, and catering services. It connects major cities in France and provides a fast, convenient, and comfortable mode of travel.
Ticket types and facilities from Paris to Ambert
Compare the different ticket types and the facilities provided by INTERCITÉS and TGV inOui when traveling from Paris to Ambert.
Second Class - The Essential
The Essential is a second class ticket, offers a cost-effective solution for those seeking basic comfort during their journey. Moreover, this ticket is exchangeable and refundable under conditions until the departure of the train.
WiFi 
Power sockets 
Luggage 
Accessibility 
Food and drink 
Air conditioning 
Bicycle First Class-The Comfort
The Comfort is a first class ticket, offers a premium level of comfort and amenities. This ticket is also exchangeable and refundable under conditions until the departure of the train. WiFi Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle INTERCITÉS Pro
If you opt for the INTERCITÉS Pro option, you will have access to full flexibility and the Grand Voyageur service for select destinations. This ticket is also exchangeable and refundable under conditions until the departure of the train, and up to 2 hours post-departure, given specific conditions WiFi Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle Second Class (The essentials)
For a practical and affordable journey, TGV INOUI has two fares for second class tickets: The Prems Second, an affordable option, and The Second, the classic second class. Both of them can be exchanged and refunded, subject to certain conditions. The Prem's fare tickets are perfect if you're looking for the lowest prices, starting at just 15€ and available for booking up to 4 months in advance. WiFi Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle First Class (The comfort)
First-class tickets take your journey to the next level, offering enhanced comfort and exclusive benefits, including the option to choose seats in the Quiet Area. Additionally, this ticket offers flexibility for your booking and provides added benefits to Second Class features. WiFi 
Quiet zone Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle Business Première (The flexibility)
Business Première offers premium advantages like no-cost exchanges or refunds and exclusive amenities including advanced Wi-Fi and access to Grand Voyageur lounges, all while ensuring flexibility in your booking. WiFi Quiet zone Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle Facility Description
Find out more about the different facilities available onboard with each carrier on this route.
Facilities Description
WiFi Complimentary WiFi service is provided for you on select INTERCITÉS routes, notably Paris-Clermont-Ferrand, Paris-Limoges-Toulouse, Marseille-Bordeaux, and Paris-Briançon. For those travelling overnight, WiFi connectivity is assured on the Paris-Nice and Paris-Briançon routes. WiFi 
Complimentary WiFi service is provided for you on select INTERCITÉS routes, notably Paris-Clermont-Ferrand, Paris-Limoges-Toulouse, Marseille-Bordeaux, and Paris-Briançon. For those travelling overnight, WiFi connectivity is assured on the Paris-Nice and Paris-Briançon routes.
Power sockets INTERCITÉS trains come equipped with standard E.U. two-point plug sockets. Plug in and power up! Power sockets INTERCITÉS trains come equipped with standard E.U. two-point plug sockets. Plug in and power up!
Luggage On INTERCITÉS trains, you have the freedom to bring along any luggage you wish, be it a suitcase, overnight bag, or backpack. Just ensure each item doesn't exceed 130cm in height or 90cm in width. Remember to label all your belongings for easy identification. While you can bring as much as you can handle, ensure everything is securely stored, prioritizing the comfort and safety of everyone onboard. Keep smaller items nearby, like under your seat, and place bigger pieces in designated areas or along the aisle. Luggage On INTERCITÉS trains, you have the freedom to bring along any luggage you wish, be it a suitcase, overnight bag, or backpack. Just ensure each item doesn't exceed 130cm in height or 90cm in width. Remember to label all your belongings for easy identification. While you can bring as much as you can handle, ensure everything is securely stored, prioritizing the comfort and safety of everyone onboard. Keep smaller items nearby, like under your seat, and place bigger pieces in designated areas or along the aisle.
Accessibility For travelers with mobility concerns, INTERCITÉS offers the 'Accès Plus' service. This provides dedicated assistance from the station directly to the train seat. It is advisable for passengers to contact 'Accès Plus' after securing their tickets and ensure arrangements are made at least 48 hours before the scheduled departure. Accessibility For travelers with mobility concerns, INTERCITÉS offers the 'Accès Plus' service. This provides dedicated assistance from the station directly to the train seat. It is advisable for passengers to contact 'Accès Plus' after securing their tickets and ensure arrangements are made at least 48 hours before the scheduled departure.
Food and drink Hungry or thirsty? Enjoy our at-seat food and drink service. The 'Nos Territoires Gourmands' menu showcases quality local products. Look for this service on routes like Paris-Clermont-Ferrance and Bordeaux-Marseille, as well as select overnight journeys. Food and drink Hungry or thirsty? Enjoy our at-seat food and drink service. The 'Nos Territoires Gourmands' menu showcases quality local products. Look for this service on routes like Paris-Clermont-Ferrance and Bordeaux-Marseille, as well as select overnight journeys.
Air conditioning Stay cool and comfortable. All INTERCITÉS trains are air-conditioned, ensuring a pleasant journey, irrespective of the weather outside. Air conditioning Stay cool and comfortable. All INTERCITÉS trains are air-conditioned, ensuring a pleasant journey, irrespective of the weather outside.
Bicycle On Intercités trains, non-folding bikes require a €10 registration fee at the time of booking. Meanwhile, folding bikes in appropriate bags are welcome onboard at no extra cost, as long as its dimensions don't exceed 130 x 90 cm when folded. Bikes, whether folding or not, can be taken on some Intercités trains without a reservation for free. However, while most trains offer free bike storage, be aware that on the Nantes-Bordeaux and Nantes-Lyon lines, a €5 fee is charged. Bicycle On Intercités trains, non-folding bikes require a €10 registration fee at the time of booking. Meanwhile, folding bikes in appropriate bags are welcome onboard at no extra cost, as long as its dimensions don't exceed 130 x 90 cm when folded. Bikes, whether folding or not, can be taken on some Intercités trains without a reservation for free. However, while most trains offer free bike storage, be aware that on the Nantes-Bordeaux and Nantes-Lyon lines, a €5 fee is charged.
WiFi On TGV INOUI trains, enjoy complimentary WiFi access throughout your journey. Whether you're working, replying to emails, or diving into the TGV INOUI entertainment hub, we've got you covered. WiFi On TGV INOUI trains, enjoy complimentary WiFi access throughout your journey. Whether you're working, replying to emails, or diving into the TGV INOUI entertainment hub, we've got you covered.
Quiet zone With a Business Première ticket, step into an exclusive coach designed for comfort. It's your silent sanctuary, ideal for both work and relaxation.
Quiet zone With a Business Première ticket, step into an exclusive coach designed for comfort. It's your silent sanctuary, ideal for both work and relaxation.
Power sockets Every seat on TGV inOUI is power-packed! With an outlet at your disposal, you're always charged and ready.
Power sockets Every seat on TGV inOUI is power-packed! With an outlet at your disposal, you're always charged and ready.
Luggage On TGV INOUI trains, you can bring as much luggage as your arms and legs can carry, but remember to properly label your own luggage. Handbags and small items are best stored either at feet-level or under the seat; heavier pieces should be placed in an available corner of the car or along its central aisle. Luggage On TGV INOUI trains, you can bring as much luggage as your arms and legs can carry, but remember to properly label your own luggage. Handbags and small items are best stored either at feet-level or under the seat; heavier pieces should be placed in an available corner of the car or along its central aisle.
Accessibility For travelers with mobility concerns, TGV INOUI offers the 'Accès Plus' service. This provides dedicated assistance from the station directly to the train seat. It is advisable for passengers to contact 'Accès Plus' after securing their tickets and ensure arrangements are made at least 48 hours before the scheduled departure. Accessibility For travelers with mobility concerns, TGV INOUI offers the 'Accès Plus' service. This provides dedicated assistance from the station directly to the train seat. It is advisable for passengers to contact 'Accès Plus' after securing their tickets and ensure arrangements are made at least 48 hours before the scheduled departure.
Food and drink Travelers on TGV INOUI can look forward to an assortment of food and beverages. The train service presents a curated selection that promises to cater to diverse palates. Food and drink Travelers on TGV INOUI can look forward to an assortment of food and beverages. The train service presents a curated selection that promises to cater to diverse palates.
Air conditioning Stay cool and comfortable. All TGV inOUI trains are air-conditioned, ensuring a pleasant journey, irrespective of the weather outside. Air conditioning Stay cool and comfortable. All TGV inOUI trains are air-conditioned, ensuring a pleasant journey, irrespective of the weather outside.
Bicycle Booking required for non-foldable bikes (€10) on select TGV INOUI trains, foldable bikes under 130x90cm can travel as hand luggage on any TGV INOUI train, disassembled bikes can be taken without booking if stored in a bike bag under 130x90cm. Aquatic or snowboards, folded scooters, and musical instruments can be taken as hand luggage if they are in a carrying case under 130 x 90 cm. Bicycle Booking required for non-foldable bikes (€10) on select TGV INOUI trains, foldable bikes under 130x90cm can travel as hand luggage on any TGV INOUI train, disassembled bikes can be taken without booking if stored in a bike bag under 130x90cm. Aquatic or snowboards, folded scooters, and musical instruments can be taken as hand luggage if they are in a carrying case under 130 x 90 cm.
Services on board AUTOCAR, TGV inOui and INTERCITÉS from Paris to Ambert
Compare services on board when travelling from Paris to Ambert by train.
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Paris to Ambert CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
26.79kg
Bus
28.7kg
Flight
76.54kg
Car
61.23kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Paris to Ambert by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Paris and Ambert are 26.79kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Paris and Ambert? By taking the train between Paris and Ambert you will save 49.75kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.91kg compared to a bus and 34.44kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Paris to Ambert?
A train ticket from Paris to Ambert is CHF 91.38. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as CHF 71.51.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Paris to Ambert?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Paris to Ambert is CHF 71.51. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Paris and Ambert by train?
Paris to Ambert is 382.68 km.
How long does the train between Paris and Ambert take?
Paris to Ambert is on average 4 hrs 59 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 54 mins.
Which companies operate from Paris to Ambert?
The train journey from Paris to Ambert is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: AUTOCAR, TGV inOui, INTERCITÉS and TER.
How many train connections per day go from Paris to Ambert?
Paris to Ambert has 12 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Paris to Ambert leave?
The earliest train from Paris to Ambert departs at 07:52. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Paris to Ambert depart?
The latest train from Paris to Ambert departs at 19:00. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Paris to Ambert in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is CHF 71.51 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Paris to Ambert by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Paris and Ambert is 3 hrs 54 mins.
Is there a direct train from Paris to Ambert?
Yes, there is a direct train between Paris and Ambert.
What are the CO2 emissions for Paris to Ambert by train?
The train journey from Paris to Ambert creates 26.79kg of CO2 emissions.