Adventure Night train · SNCF Intercités de Nuit
Paris to Briançon night train
Everything you need to plan the Paris–Briançon sleeper: operators, cabins, times, prices and rail-pass rules.
Duration
11h 50m
Frequency
Seasonal (mainly winter)
Departure
20:40
Arrival
08:30
Distance
830 km
night
1 night onboard
Check availability 
From €35
From €35 We link to the operator — we never mark up the fare.
Cabins & typical prices
Couchette From €35
Why take this train
Informally known as a 'ski train' serving Hautes-Alpes resorts- Briançon is the highest-altitude town of its size in France
- Extra couchette cars added during peak winter season
- Direct from Paris Austerlitz without changing in Grenoble
- Also useful for summer Alpine hiking access
Rail passes & reservations
EurailPartial
InterrailPartial
Reservation requiredYes
Reservation compulsory with limited pass-holder allocation per train.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Paris to Briançon night train take?
The journey takes about 11h 50m, travelling overnight so you arrive the next morning.
How much does the Paris–Briançon sleeper cost?
Fares start from around €35 and rise with demand and cabin type. Booking early gets the lowest prices.
Is the Paris to Briançon train covered by Eurail or Interrail?
Partly — pass holders travel but pay a compulsory reservation and cabin supplement.
What cabin types are available?
You can choose from Seat, Couchette. A reservation for your berth is reservation required.
Berlin 
~15h
European Sleeper
