Paris to Rouen by train
Rouen lies 112 km (70 mi) north-west of Paris, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 41 min at the speeds typical of France rail, over roughly 137 km (85 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Paris | Rouen | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | France | France |
| Population | 2.1 million | 116,331 |
| Elevation | 42 m (138 ft) | 21 m (69 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) |
| Stations on record | Gare du Nord, Gare de Paris-Est, Auber | Gare de Rouen Orléans, Gare de Rouen Saint-Sever, Gare de Rouen Martinville |
| Postal codes | 75000–75020 | 76000–76945 CEDEX 9 |
Where to book trains from Paris to Rouen
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Staying in Rouen
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Common questions
How far is Rouen from Paris?
112 km (70 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Paris; by road roughly 137 km (85 mi).
How long does it take to get from Paris to Rouen by train?
About 41 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Paris and Rouen?
No, both are on Europe/Paris at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.