Chablis has no railway station. Getting to Chablis from Paris by public transport means a train from Paris-Bercy to Auxerre or Tonnerre, then a bus, taxi or rental car for the last stretch. By car, the A6 passes close by Chablis.
The short answer
Trains from Paris-Bercy reach Auxerre-Saint-Gervais in about 1 hour 45 minutes, and Chablis is 20 km from Auxerre. From Auxerre, Mobigo bus LR804 reaches Chablis in the morning and early evening on weekdays.
By car, Chablis is 186 km from Paris. Leave the A6 at exit 20 (Auxerre Sud/Venoy) and follow signs for Chablis for 10 km.
Your options
| Option | From | Journey | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| TER train to Auxerre-Saint-Gervais | Paris-Bercy | 1h45 | €36 ($39) standard fare |
| TER train to Tonnerre | Paris-Bercy | 1h47 | — |
| Mobigo bus LR804 | Auxerre bus station | Weekdays 7 a.m. and 6:05 p.m. | — |
| Mobigo bus LR804 | Tonnerre, 2 av. de la gare | Weekdays 6:32 a.m. and 5:45 p.m. | — |
| Taxi or rental car | Auxerre | 20 km | — |
| Car | Paris | 186 km on the A6 | — |
Train to Auxerre
TER trains (TRAIN Mobigo) run from Paris-Bercy to Auxerre-Saint-Gervais, direct or with a connection at Laroche-Migennes. The Auxerre tourist office gives journey times from 1 hour 45 minutes.
The first train leaves Paris at 6:11 a.m. and the last at 8:33 p.m. The standard fare is €36 ($39), and travelers under 26 pay €18 ($19) with the TRAIN Mobigo youth fare.
For the trip back, the last train from Auxerre-Saint-Gervais to Paris leaves at 8:35 p.m.
Train to Tonnerre
Tonnerre is 17 km from Chablis, and the Chablis wine board recommends it for travelers coming from the south. Trains from Paris-Bercy reach Tonnerre in 1 hour 47 minutes at the fastest, with the first departure at 6:11 a.m. and the last at 7:27 p.m.
For trains from the north, the wine board also names Laroche-Migennes, 32 km from Chablis.
Mobigo bus LR804
Mobigo line LR804 runs between Tonnerre and Auxerre through Fleys, Chablis, Poinchy, Beine and Venoy. In Auxerre it stops at 6 rue Paul Doumer and at the bus station (Gare routière, Quai 13).
From Auxerre bus station, weekday buses leave at 7 a.m., reaching Chablis at 7:31 a.m., and at 6:05 p.m., reaching Chablis at 6:34 p.m. The Saturday bus leaves at 5:25 p.m. and reaches Chablis at 6:16 p.m.
From Chablis back to Auxerre, weekday buses leave at 6:56 a.m. (arriving 7:25 a.m.) and 6:13 p.m. (arriving 6:45 p.m.). The Saturday bus leaves Chablis at 8:46 a.m. and reaches Auxerre bus station at 9:18 a.m.
From the stop at 2 av. de la gare in Tonnerre, weekday buses leave at 6:32 a.m. and 5:45 p.m., reaching Chablis at 6:56 a.m. and 6:13 p.m. Back to Tonnerre, buses leave Chablis at 7:31 a.m. and 6:34 p.m. on weekdays, arriving at 8 a.m. and 7:04 p.m.
The timetable is valid from September 1, 2026, and the same times apply during school vacations.
Taxi
The Chablis Tonnerrois tourist office lists Élite Taxi, based in Vermenton (07 82 99 67 47), which covers trips to and from Auxerre and its surrounding area year-round. It works only by advance booking.
Rental car
The Chablis wine board suggests renting a car when you arrive by train. The Auxerre tourist office lists E Leclerc Location in Auxerre.
Driving from Paris
Chablis is 186 km from Paris. Take the A6, leave at exit 20 (Auxerre Sud/Venoy) and follow signs for Chablis for 10 km.
From the south, leave the A6 at Nitry (exit 21) and follow signs for Chablis for 20 km. Beaune is 134 km from Chablis.
Before you go
- Because of construction work, the École/Mairie bus stop in Chablis is suspended until December 31, 2026. Use the stop on rue Bretauche.
- Spit as you taste if you are driving.
For more on the region, see Burgundy.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a train station in Chablis?
No. The nearest stations are Tonnerre (17 km), Auxerre-Saint-Gervais (20 km) and Laroche-Migennes (32 km). From Paris-Bercy, trains reach Auxerre in about 1 hour 45 minutes, and Mobigo bus LR804 continues to Chablis on weekdays.
Can I get from Auxerre to Chablis by bus?
Yes. Mobigo line LR804 leaves Auxerre bus station at 7 a.m. and 6:05 p.m. on weekdays, reaching Chablis at 7:31 a.m. and 6:34 p.m. The Saturday bus runs on demand and must be booked by phone the day before.
How far is Chablis from Paris by car?
Chablis is 186 km from Paris. Take the A6 and leave at exit 20 for Auxerre Sud/Venoy, then follow signs for Chablis, which is 10 km from the exit.
Can I take a taxi from Auxerre to Chablis?
Yes. Élite Taxi, based in Vermenton, covers trips to and from Auxerre and its surrounding area year-round, but only by advance booking. You can also rent a car in Auxerre, where the tourist office lists E Leclerc Location.
