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Chartres Trip From Paris
Chartres Trip From Paris
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Explore Chartres and its magnificent Notre-Dame Cathedral with a full-day or half-day trip from Paris. A perfect escape to discover history, stunning stained glass, and medieval charm.
What to Expect
- Round-trip tickets between Paris and Chartres
- Piece of the Virgin Mary's veil preserved inside the Cathedral
- Record-breaking stained glass windows from the 12th and 13th centuries
- Charming old town with cobbled streets and timber-framed houses
Practical Information
- Departure and return times: Exact times will be provided after booking, based on your selected option below.
- Travel duration: Approximately 1 hour each way by train from Paris.
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Tour duration options:
- Full-day tour: Departure in the morning and return in the late afternoon, offering ample time to explore Chartres in depth.
- Morning tour: Departure in the early morning and return around lunchtime — ideal if you have afternoon plans in Paris.
- Afternoon tour: Departure early in the afternoon and return in the early evening — perfect for a more relaxed start to your day.
Click here to read the full experience description
Departures take place from either Gare Saint-Lazare or Gare Montparnasse, both located in central Paris. In just about an hour, you will reach the charming town of Chartres, home to fewer than 100,000 residents.
The Notre-Dame Cathedral of Chartres is the town’s crown jewel — just a short walk from the train station. For many, it is the most beautiful cathedral in all of France, known for its exceptional preservation and spiritual significance.
The cathedral houses the sacred veil of the Virgin Mary, and its collection of over 150 stained glass windows from the 12th and 13th centuries is unmatched in the world. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a pilgrimage destination for lovers of art, history, and faith.
But Chartres is more than its cathedral. You’ll also have the opportunity to explore its medieval historic center, with narrow cobblestone streets and beautifully preserved timber-framed houses, perfect for a relaxing stroll back in time.
Environmental Impact Score
This experience uses the train, a shared mode of transport powered by electricity. In France, electricity is primarily produced from low-carbon nuclear energy, resulting in very low CO₂ emissions.
Ticket Delivery
After booking, tickets and day trip details will be issued manually by one of our agents. As a result, there may be a delay of several hours before you receive them.
They did it. Here’s what they thought.
"I chose the morning trip and it was perfect. Peaceful train ride, beautiful cathedral, and back in Paris by lunch!"
– Claire B., France
"The cathedral left me speechless. Truly one of the most impressive buildings I've ever seen."
– Michael W., United States
"I did the full day trip and I’m so glad I took my time. The old town is lovely and not crowded at all."
– Isabelle F., Switzerland
"Chartres was such a peaceful escape from Paris. The cathedral’s stained glass is just magical."
– Tom H., Ireland
"We booked the afternoon trip and had time to enjoy a long coffee and watch the sunset from the cathedral square."
– Sophie R., Germany
"For a day trip, this was incredibly smooth. No stress, no tour bus, just a beautiful train ride and a stunning town."
– Nathan K., Canada
"Chartres is a gem. We spent a few quiet hours walking through the town and admiring the cathedral’s architecture."
– Emma D., Australia
"One of the easiest and most relaxing day trips we’ve taken. Train was comfortable and the town was picture-perfect."
– Lucas T., Spain
