Gare Montparnasse
Gare Montparnasse is one of the main railway stations in Paris, located in the 15th arrondissement. Inaugurated in 1969, it is an important departure point for high-speed trains (TGV) heading to the west and southwest of France, including cities like Bordeaux, Rennes, and Nantes.
Location of Gare Montparnasse
Located in the heart of Paris, Gare Montparnasse is one of the main railway stations in the capital.
It is situated in the 15th arrondissement, at 17 Boulevard Vaugirard, in close proximity to the tower of the same name, and offers easy access to explore the entire city.
Timetables and practical information
The halls of Gare Montparnasse are open for a large part of the day and night.
- Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday - Friday - Saturday - Sunday: from 05:00 to 01:15
Gare Montparnasse: Getting there and departing easily
To access Gare Montparnasse, you have several transport options.
- Metro Montparnasse - Bienvenue: Lines 4, 6, 12, 13
- Transilien Gare Montparnasse: Line N
Bus Stops Near Gare Montparnasse:
- Stop Gare Montparnasse: Lines 28, 39, 58, 91, 92, 94, 95, 96
- Stop Montparnasse - Alencon: Lines 28, 82, 89, 92
- Stop Montparnasse - Cinémas: Lines 28, 39, 58, 82, 91, 94, 95, 96
- Stop Montparnasse - Rue de l'Arrivée: Lines 28, 39, 94, 95, 96
- Stop Montparnasse - Rue du Départ: Lines 58, 91, 92
- Stop Montparnasse 2 - Gare TGV: Lines 88, 91
Services at Gare Montparnasse
Within Gare Montparnasse, you can find the following services:
Passenger Assistance Services
- A Navigo Services counter located in Hall 1, level 0
- A luggage storage facility located in Hall 1, level 2 near track 24
- Water fountains located in: Hall 1 level 2, Hall 2 level 3, and Hall 4 level 0
- A "Lost and Found" service located in Hall 1, level 2 near track 24
- Restrooms located in: Hall 1 level 2, Hall 2 level 3, and Hall 3 level 3
- A disabled passenger assistance service, reception in Hall 1 on level 2 near track 24
- A police station located in Hall 1, level 2 towards track 24
Entertainment Services
- Free Wi-Fi in the station
- A piano in the station
Practical Services
- An Amazon Locker Oyster located in Hall 2, level 3
- An Amazon Locker Thomas located in Hall 1, level 2
- An Amazon Locker Luto located in Hall 1, level -1
- A mailbox located in Hall 1, level 2
- A La Poste Pickup Station located in Hall 1, level -1, corridor leading to track 24
- Several photo booths located in Hall 1, Hall 2, and Hall 3
- Several ATMs: on level -1 at the entrance to parking Océane, on level 2 next to Sephora, and on level 1 facing Fnac
- A photocopier located in Hall 1, level 2 in front of L'Occitane
- A currency exchange office located in Hall 1, level 2
Gare Montparnasse: Must-see attractions nearby
Around Gare Montparnasse, there are several interesting attractions to discover. Here are some suggestions:
- Tour Montparnasse: An iconic skyscraper offering a panoramic view of Paris from its observatory on the 56th floor.
- Cimetière du Montparnasse: A famous cemetery where many notable figures are buried, including writers, artists, and philosophers like Jean-Paul Sartre and Simone de Beauvoir.
- Jardin du Luxembourg: A beautiful public garden, perfect for a stroll, featuring flowerbeds, statues, and a large pond.
- La Fondation Cartier pour l'art contemporain: An exhibition space dedicated to contemporary art, showcasing works by modern artists in a unique architectural setting.
- The cafés of Montparnasse: Historic cafés like Le Dôme and La Rotonde, which were meeting places for artists and intellectuals in the early 20th century.