Gare d'Austerlitz
Gare d'Austerlitz is one of the main railway stations in Paris, located in the 13th arrondissement. Inaugurated in 1840, it is an important departure point for trains heading to the south of France, particularly to cities like Toulouse and Bordeaux. Gare d'Austerlitz plays a key role in the transport network of the Île-de-France region and is an important transit hub for travelers.
Location of Gare d'Austerlitz
Located in the heart of Paris, Gare d'Austerlitz is one of the main railway stations in the capital.
It is situated in the 13th arrondissement, at 85 Quai d'Austerlitz, in close proximity to Gare de Lyon, providing easy access to explore the entire city.
Schedules and practical information
The hall of Gare d'Austerlitz is open for a large part of the day and night. It is open from 4:00 AM to 12:00 AM every day.
The reception is open from Monday to Sunday from 2:00 PM to 11:30 PM. The information point is located on the cross platform - facing track 16.
Gare d'Austerlitz: getting there and departing easily.
To access Gare d'Austerlitz, you have several transport options.
Quick access to Gare d'Austerlitz:
- Metro Gare d'Austerlitz: lines 5 and 10
- RER Gare d'Austerlitz: line C
Bus stops near Gare d'Austerlitz:
- Cité de la Mode et du Design stop: lines 61, 89, 215
- Gare d'Austerlitz stop: lines 24, 57, 63, 89, 91, 215
- Gare d'Austerlitz - Cour Seine stop: lines 24, 57, 61, 63, 89
- Jardin des Plantes stop: lines 63, 89
Services at Gare d'Austerlitz
Within Gare d'Austerlitz, you can find the following services:
Passenger Assistance Services
- A luggage storage facility in the "Service Area" facing tracks 1 - 2
- A water fountain facing track 2
- A "Lost and Found" service facing tracks 1 - 2
- Restrooms facing tracks 1 - 2
- Showers near tracks 1 and 2 in the Service Area
- A disabled passenger assistance service located in the Service Area next to track 4
Entertainment Services
- Free Wi-Fi in the station
- A piano in the station
Practical Services
- An Amazon Locker located in the Hall Seine
- A La Poste Pickup Station located in the Hall Seine next to the ticket office, on the Quai d'Austerlitz exit side
- Several photo booths located: in the Hall Seine, in the waiting area at track 21, level -1 RER C
- A Société Générale ATM
Gare d'Austerlitz: must-see attractions nearby
Around Gare d'Austerlitz, several interesting sites and cultural attractions can be visited. Here is a list of places to discover:
- Jardin des Plantes: a vast botanical garden with greenhouses, a zoo, and walking areas.
- Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle: located in the Jardin des Plantes, this museum houses collections of natural sciences and Earth history.
- The Grande Galerie de l'Évolution: a part of the museum dedicated to the evolution of species and biodiversity.
- The Bibliothèque François Mitterrand: a large modern library with reading spaces and exhibitions.
- Bercy Village: a commercial and leisure area with shops, restaurants, and a cinema, located nearby.
- Parc de Bercy: a pleasant park for walking, with themed gardens and green spaces.
- The Cité de la Mode et du Design: a venue dedicated to fashion and design, featuring exhibitions and cultural events.
Places and routes in Paris and Île-de-France
- Access the Arc de Triomphe
- Access the City of Science and Industry
- Access and Public Transport to Royaumont Abbey
- Access Public Transport Near the Philharmonie de Paris
- Accessing the Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle by Public Transportation
- Access and public transport to Les Invalides
- Accessing the Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace by Public Transport