Taking the Train to the Airport for Your Umrah Flight
Train in France — Before boarding your flight to Saudi Arabia, you first need to get to the departure airport. From most French cities, the train is the most convenient, affordable, and reliable option. Here is the complete guide based on your departure airport.
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) — Main Hub for Umrah
Paris CDG is the primary gateway for flights to Jeddah and Medina departing from France. Here is how to get there:
From Central Paris
- RER B — Direct from Paris (Châtelet, Gare du Nord, Denfert…) to terminals 1, 2 and 3. Duration: 30–45 min. Fare: ~€11. Frequency: every 10 min.
- CDG Express (since 2025) — Direct from Gare de l’Est ↔ CDG T2 in 20 min. Ideal with luggage.
From Major Provincial Cities
- Lyon → Paris CDG: Direct TGV Lyria (2h). Gare de Lyon → CDG T2 via RER B (transfer at Châtelet).
- Marseille → Paris CDG: TGV 3h20 to Gare de Lyon. Then RER B.
- Bordeaux → Paris CDG: TGV 2h05 to Gare Montparnasse. Metro → RER B.
- Lille → CDG: Direct TGV Lille Flandres/Europe ↔ CDG, no connections! (1h15)
- Strasbourg → Paris CDG: TGV 1h45 to Gare de l’Est. CDG Express 20 min.
Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LYS)
Saudia operates seasonal flights from Lyon. The airport is accessible via the Rhônexpress from Part-Dieu in 30 min (fare: €16.90).
Marseille Provence (MRS)
Direct shuttle from Saint-Charles station (Marseille city center) to the airport: 30 min, every 15 min, €10.
Tips to Optimize Your Journey
- Book your TGV the day before your flight to avoid any stress
- Ouigo offers low-cost TGVs from many cities — remember to book early
- Allow at least 3h30 between your arrival at the airport and boarding time (international flights)
- In case of strikes, have a backup plan: carpooling (BlaBlaCar) or car rental
See our complete travel guide for flight tickets and domestic flights in Saudi Arabia. For preparing your travel documents, see our visa guide.
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